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My Open Houses here in St. louis, Mo have been very slow throughout the summer and during this "slow down crunch. Instead of complaining as we hear so many of our fellow practitioners doing, I decided to become pro-active.I'm happy to say that my Open House visitor traffic is way up, … (0 comments)
Just one of the things that caught my interest on our three week road trip -- what a great hook!
State Sign Law Impacts Clear Lake Real Estate
January 17th, 2008, categories:My 2 Cents
Sometimes you come across something and it just takes you back to acting like a little kid. For some of us this is a very short ride. Mike Jones wrote a post on these great signs for your blog. I went to imagechef followed Mikes directions and now I want to … (3 comments)
Each morning, for the past year, on the way to work in Nevada City, CA I pass this sign:
Sometimes things in life just happen. But when it's a bit out of the ordinary and the odds against it occurring are so incredible: it makes you wonder if it was just meant to be.
The EZ Post is absolutely wonderful. As a female agent, I had to trouble my husband with hammering in my signs at night or in his off work hours. With the EZ Post, I'm able to easily install the post all by myself and even better without a hammer. The post … (0 comments)
Oh, I hate when people steal, and I hate it even worse when it is from me. But, I was on a quest; I was paying a reward for the capture of the thief. I wanted it to stop and I was pulling out everything in my bag of tricks to … (20 comments)
You may never have thought about putting an advertising plate on the rear of your car before. It's something that doesn't readily come to mind when promoting your real estate or mortgage business. Please think about it now.
So I've been thinking about property signs. I'm not that old but something tells me that property signs haven't evolved much in quite a while. A sign gets stuck in the front yard and contains some basic information - broker logo and (sometimes) phone number, and then maybe a rider with the … (6 comments)
I got a referral from another agent on here...thank you...for a customer in my general area. The customer was working with Buy Owner and also their sister company who lists on the MLS.
On the way into the office this morning I was listening to Neal Boortz. Those of you familiar with him probably know that he is crusty, sometimes crude and rather impatient with some things. He posted a link to this on his website and recommended watching. It is very out of … (26 comments)
Ever notice how businesses of all types, not just real estate related, sell themselves much like high school kids? They want to be unique... just like everyone else.
As a sign designer, I'm often asked for suggestions of good sign colors. I answer with a question: what colors do the large independent real estate companies in your area use? Avoid those. Stay clear of colors used by the franchises. Go for unique. Color is a huge factor in how … (7 comments)
I love creative marketing and hate construction. My drive home the other day allowed me to read a sign that caught my attention.
I am looking for wording for specialty sign toppers - I want to let people know they can text me to get info about a listing.
I noticed this sign as I was headed to the office this morning. I bet your town doesn't post these! Or do they?? We even have street lights with the 'push here for green' button up high enough so it can be reached from horseback! Pretty cool, huh. 
REAL ESTATE ARM POST FOR SALE ( BRAND NEW)
REAL ESTATE ARM POST.
3" DIAMETER PVC PIPE
30" ARM LENGTH
7' 10" LONG POLE
POST END CAP ON ARM
BOTTOM END OF POST CUT TO
PREVENT MOVEMENT WHEN PLACED INTO THE GROUND
PRE DILLED FOR FOUR DIFFERENT SIZE RIDERS ON TOP OF ARM … (0 comments)
As we do every Saturday and Sunday, my sister and I held open a home today. It was our own listing and we usually get quite a few people through so we decided to do it together, which is always nice. We were surprised when only one individual came through, but … (6 comments)
Most real estate professionals in our area are great people. We cooperate with one another, enjoy each other, compete with each other and strive to do excellent business for our clients.
Does Anyone Really See Your Sign?
I know market conditions are slow and time on the market is longer than usual. As Realtors, we need to step up to the plate and make our listings shine. Time and time again I see our signs looking far less than professional. Name riders hanging on one side, posts slanted, … (3 comments)
Signs and symbols are an integral part of life...from the time we awake until the time we hit the sack, we are bombarded with signs and symbols...from the time our alarm clock goes off until the time we hit the 'set' button at bedtime and the green light comes on to … (39 comments)
How many times do I have to replace yard signs and pointers? Time after time, I ask the home owner on a corner to place a pointer sign in the yard to advertise for an OPEN HOUSE or FOR SALE. After getting the OK why do they change their mind and … (8 comments)
Ok....while reading another blog I ran across a comment that sparked some thoughts in my head. The blog was talking in reference to vehicle signs and using them or not.
The City of Palm Coast, in it's infinate wisdom has come up with a plan. We have a sign ordinance here that doesn't allow signs advertising various things...unless of course it's politically connected and we're in an election year. 
Statistics show that Open Houses are responsible for roughly 4% of sales, but it's a great way to have the property shown if you can get a good turn out. Since the odds of a sale are increased as the number of people attending goes up, it behooves us to do everything … (9 comments)
This is Not a Fancy Blog and Maybe it should be but I thought this was worth passing on. When checking my email today I saw this message from a friend who's husband has been gone overseas for the last 6 Months. So I decided to share it.
The ever-changing sign ordnance game. I recently took a listing for a condominium in the Issaquah Area. In the process of getting everything ready for sale I of course put up directional signs to help the public know that a unit is for sale.
Recently I have noticed that our local code enforcement officers have been pretty relaxed about directional for sale and open house signs. In the past this has been the case till someone in the township complains when an overzealous real estate agent has plastered them everywhere and not removed them even weeks after … (4 comments)
While reading a blog by Jonas Kuchenberg about How to Move Inventory, it occured to me that one of the best techniques in this turning market has been to get a lot of signs up, all of which have flyers. Sort of a "back to the future" kind of play. Here's … (1 comments)
Calling all agents! Do you have this happen too? 
As popularity continues to increase, I wanted to share Verizon's press release information regarding their nearly double growth in text messages sent in just 6 months. We are beginning to see the increase of national advertisers using this marketing tactic to reach more of their customers in a more personal way, … (2 comments)
Regular readers of Bloodhound Blog will know that every now and then Greg Swann talks about creating custom signs for each of his listings.
"Predatory" lenders engage in illegal and unethical practices that put people's homes at risk. Here are a few of the practices that borrowers should look out for, according to the government: 
How many times have you showed property located in remote areas following the instructions written by the listing agent to find that they meant to turn right and not left and or South instead of North? It takes a little while longer to find the property, especially when in the … (8 comments)
Have you ever heard Bill Engvall's "Here's Your Sign" routine? It's a very funny take on people doing and saying things that Bill Engvall feels warrants that they should wear a warning sign around their necks so the rest of us can be alerted to their lack of intelligence. Well, Pierce … (2 comments)
Sign placement can really help drive traffic to open houses. In my city there is a sign ordinance with respect to the size of the signs as well as the number of signs that you can use. I have asked homeowners if I can post a sign on their property and … (12 comments)
So, I was out surfing the net and came across a ton of funny signs. I really wonder who writes these. And I want to know what town they are in so I can stay away from it. I enlarged these pictures to the best of my ability and I hope … (49 comments)
I recently read a blog containing a very unusual sign in it and it got me thinking: 
With all the different types of marketing that is available for Realtors and agents, sometimes going back to the basics works best. I have spent quite a bit of money since I have been a Realtor on post cards to capture listing appointments and seems like there are so many post … (18 comments)
A few years before Patty and I left Galveston Island for Dallas, I sold my company offices in Galveston, in the Island's resort-second home community, and the one in the Museum District of Houston.
I have picked up new clients simply from the magnetic car sign I have on the back of my car. I've performed notarizations in parking lots... one person went to local UPS store and their notary wasn't in, this person just happened to spot my sign and came running over to … (6 comments)
As I sit today at my open house on a day with 81 degree weather, blue skies in Southern California I wonder why no one is visiting my open house.
lately open houses have largely been a waste of time and I have had success with silent bid auctions. For $12.00. I received 15 phone calls and 10 people showed up this last rainy, snowy Saturday. The $12.00 was for the Auction sign. I spent no money for advertising. My personal … (0 comments)
Moments of Truth occur anytime a client interacts with you, your staff, your materials, your ads, your website, emails, and your signs. Moments of truth can also apply to other agents that encounter you.
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No doubt that you have seen those roadside real estate signs all over the place, usually on weekends. The City of Powder Springs is taking action to clean up the signs!
The New Hampshire Primary elections for president of the United States of America are upon us. On Tuesday, January 8, 2008 the first in the nation primary election will be held. You can't miss it, you can't forget it, you can't ignore it because everywhere you look in the state you … (20 comments)
Props to the 5 Man Electrical band for their song and I don't know if others have experienced this but why is it so hard to find good sign companies? As Realtors, the posts we order to be installed in the yards come with a price tag. Not only do we … (7 comments)
Seems like Broker Open houses are hit or miss. I am looking for creative, successful ideas that have worked for you or that you have heard about. Food, give aways, drinks, advertising, etc. Looking forward to some creative ideas!!!! … (13 comments)
The Edmonton Journal reported that Home renters use the below 3 strategies to find a home:
Good Evening everyone, I don't know if you're dealing with this in your area but I'd love to know. If I hear about one more sign I think I'll pull my hair out. Every few days we receive an email from the Regional Association of Realtors about signs being placed incorrectly. … (2 comments)
Can it be that it was one month ago we made the decision and left the old office for Coral Shores Realty. Man time flies when you're having fun.
Which came first--the chicken or the egg? If you had to bet, what would you guess...
While doing some research for a blog on another topic entirely, I ran across this wonderful website of signs found while the photographers were wandering around Texas looking at wildflowers. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did (bein' from around here). … (3 comments)
Is it just me or are others having a problem with open house signs disappearing around Laguna and Elk Grove. It seems almost every open house I have done in the last couple months I end up short at least a sign or two. This is getting expensive. I have had them missing … (11 comments)
I understand that real estate is a very competitive business and I want nothing more than to make the sale as the next agent. 
Now that you have identified Junkerville, put signs high up on telephone poles in the high traffic areas. Gold 12 x 18 coroplast signs with horizontal ribbing are best. Saturation mailing to flush out motivated sellers. Call the Postmaster at your local post office to find out the zip code and … (0 comments)
The Rio Verde Community Association (RVCA) Board of Directors recently approved a new policy regarding the use of real estate signs. The policy was adopted to comply with a new state law regarding real estate signs. Rio Verde residents may obtain a copy of the new sign policy at the RVCA … (0 comments)
Just came back from a seminar in Columbus that was attended by perhaps 400-500 agents.The parking lot was packed to overflow and I was one of the latest (as usual) arrivals.Upon rolling through the parking lot and subsequently the "grassy knoll" behind the lot, I had the pleasure of seeing many … (14 comments)
How many times have you gone out to pick up signs to have your name rider or other inserts missing?
I bet this has NEVER happened to any of you(JK & LMBO), but today not just 1, but 2 of my directional signs were GONE! 
So is it just me, or do your directional signs go BYE BYE!! I bought a sturdy Open Sunday sign that was corrugated plastic and no other sign could've possibly worked with this huge frame. Cost me almost $60 for this one sign. And the FIRST day I used it, it … (6 comments)
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If you live in Chino Hills, you may have noticed a few new monumental signs around town. During the month of August, a monument was installed in the median on Chino Hills Parkway at the northern entrance to the city, at the Diamond Bar line, one of the monuments installed Monday at … (0 comments)
Hi Everyone, It was a beautiful day in Shasta County yesterday and a great day for open houses. I was on my way to our new listing in Anderson putting out the team signs. We had a great open house, and because of our signs so did the agents along the path to … (4 comments)
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Many municipalities have an ordiance stating whether or not signs can be placed in the right of way. Georgia for instance states that you can't place a sign in the right of way along a state highway. Is this always enforced, of course not. But I can promise you if it's … (1 comments)
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Your going to get lots of folks in real estate telling you what they are going to do. I suggest in this podcast that what they are going to do is far less important than finding out how they are going to do it. Not all agents are created equal … (1 comments)
I saw it again today, a sign rider that read "PRICED TO SELL!" Ummm, ok... as professionals wouldn't you think that we all price homes to SELL? When is the last time you knowingly priced a home to SIT? Or to get STALE? Don't we all want to price homes to … (11 comments)
We have recently started to put some silent sales man in the listings our team takes. these cards let a buyer walking through the house know some of the special features on the house. we might put a card on the wall that says.-Central air conditioning! -Four Car Garage!-Theater room w/ wet … (4 comments)
Does anyone have any experience using the ListingLight?
Can any business have too many advertising signs? I for one think not. We need to take advantage of all advertising venues, especially ones that garner large amounts of exposure. Recently on AR we have discussed the pro's and con's of vehicle advertising. Everyone else does it, why shouldn't we? I … (19 comments)