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Realtors have a bad reputation for time management. Do not ask me. I heard this all the time but I do not have any research to backup this claim.
Time is something that most of us have all day. What you choose to do with it is the issue. The question comes down to "Are you willing to make/take time". With this subject, I could go on all day with the cliches but I will not take up your time.
Time flies by at a rapid speed and before you know life changes to a new period in your life. As a mom you want to do everything to make your kids succeed, but as they get holder you have to let them find there way in life and spread there wings. … (2 comments)
I love to write and I love real estate so it doesn't get much better than Active Rain for me! I guess I should mention that this is Heather writing this post. Actually it's pretty much all me doing the writing, but Pete gives content suggestion which you can normally tell is … (0 comments)
“The #1 biggest mistake people make when networking is the Hard Sell” 
When I started this profession I was eager to please--and broke. So, as you can imagine, I was quick to jump on the phone-either anwering it at the office or making the dreaded cold calls. I very quickly realized that all of a sudden my schedule was no longer mine--as soon … (7 comments)
As a real estate professional you have an important task of keeping your clients satisfied. One of the key factors in keeping your clients satisfied requires you to be available to your client when they are available. After all, they've chosen you to work for them. (I know, I should be … (3 comments)
I recently heard this story and thought that is was worthy of sharing it with others.Back in the 1800's, in the middle of the gold rush, a man named R.U. Darby traveled west with his uncle to dig and grow wealthy.They stopped in Colorado, and Darby's uncle staked a mining claim. … (2 comments)
Seems like the latter of the two lately for me. It's either feast or famine. Currently things are busy and of course nothing ever goes as planned. I have "been to classes" and "read articles" on time management but time just seems to slip away. (guess I don't move and think fast enough in … (9 comments)
I feel like I need to create a new post! Today I gave a speech entitled "Pressure Forms the Pearl!" at our local Toastmasters Club at Boise Bible College. (It is the closest meeting place to us and we meet at a perfect time: High Noon on Wednesday!)
Okay, so I've been a bit focused on the pricing of property in recent posts. Well, I've got more to consider and how you can possibly help your clients and your efforts...
So I was contemplating last night as I was adding Plurk to my repertoire of social media sites…Is this all worth it? Does it really pay off? Are the fruits of my labor going to reward me in the end? My answers to all are I really think so.
My wife and I saw this movie over the weekend. (yea we are slow, what can I tell you).
My Fiance` and I went riding at the barn this weekend.
I just wanted to let my Active Rain family know that I have put my money where my mouth is.....I was nominated to fill one of the three upcoming vacant seats on the Pastoral Council at St. Joseph's Church in Downingtown.
It just seems like there are never enough hours in a day ... there is always more I'd like to get done.
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was signed today and that could mean you or someone you know may qualify for up to a $7,500 Refundable Tax Credit.
Did you know that you can get through life without wearing a watch? I'm not saying that time is not important or that knowing approximately what time it is not necessary. How would we keep appointment without knowing what time it is?
I love my clients. I really do. And I understand they have needs. But do they understand mine? 
During a recent home inspection we found the deck, stairs and landing had some issues....major issues. It looked like the house had been resided and the landing reattached with nails(to the lower edge of the siding only)..or the stairs and landing dropped because there was no support! The landing was about 3 inches away from the … (3 comments)
Do you know what your time is worth?, learn how to maximize your time to create value for you and your family, it is worth your effort, do what you do best and hire out the rest, yes is is true and it is easy once you try you may have … (0 comments)
I've been blogging a while on my own blog, (not often enough), but I know I should blog on here. This Active Rain is really powerful. I've been a member a while and have seen so much referral activity already without much participation.
ITM is operated by a licensed Realtor with more than seven years experience and hundreds of transactions closed. We find joy in helping our agents be successful, organized, and on track.
Home staging lies somewhere between enhancement and camouflage, and sometimes comprises both. When staging is done well, the best features of the house are maximized and the flaws minimized. Home staging shows the home in its best light, its best dress; the house becomes the best home it can be. 
Is the time that you spend waiting for the acceptance of an offer spent in an alternate universe? The hours drag. Your clients call. You call the agent. More waiting while they try to get an answer out of their clients. I really feel for my clients who want this house … (2 comments)
Tick! Tock! The Clock is simply the vehicle by which we measure the passing of time. As REALTORS®, we all wish we had more time! We all wish we had time to spend with families and loved ones. 
(No) Time to Blog
Today is my second son's 21st birthday! I can't believe it! Time has gone by so fast.
June17,2008
I just wanted to drop a quick note wishing all you Fathers a Happy Father's Day. What are your plans for this day? How are you going to spend it? What traditions do you have on this day? Who are you going to spend this time with? These are just some … (4 comments)
Yesterday, I suggested taking some time out for yourself weekly. Literally, write an appointment with yourself into your datebook. Now that you've made your date, here are some questions you can contemplate. Just try a couple at a time and be honest with yourself about them. These can really help you … (2 comments)
I was up past midnight the past two nights making comments on blogs, writing my own, searching for information on Active Rain.... And then I woke up late the past two mornings and wondered: where on earth is my time going? It's gone to the blogs!
In addition to my previous post regarding 'helping out clients achieve their dream homes by using grants', I would like to give some places where to find these grants. I haven't checked all these sources but there were quite a few that should work just fine! Sometimes are GREAT lenders get … (2 comments)
First Time Buyers - Only $800 Down or possible Lease Purchase
Location: Sorrells Ridge
Be The Proud Owner - Of your first home. Check out the deal on this traditional home in Sorrells Ridge. Has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, comfortable living room with fireplace, large master suite, separate shower, walk-in … (0 comments)
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Ok, you say. Evey Realtor/Loan Officer/Home Builder tells you this because they are going to make money when you buy and are desparate for deals, right?
Last evening I showed a listing that was in fair or good condition that was listed as excellent. I am so happy that we do not have a category that says mint or who knows what it would have been listed as. There were also a couple of other things that … (1 comments)
When I was younger I was the first one to create some pretty big self defeating prophecies. For example, I could procrastinate when I knew a stock was a good purchase. I would research the stock, and I would wait for it go go up, and up, until I purchased some … (2 comments)
It's been 44 years since I graduated from high school. Honestly, I don't remember that time too clearly. I do know that it was an important time in my life. My dad was the superintendent. I gave one of the student addresses at the graduation ceremony. I don't even know if I … (0 comments)
This is a topic near and dear to my heart. I do a lot of loss mitigation work. This is where banks ask me to meet with a homeowner and look for ways to work things out to keep the homeowner in the home (translation: see if the loan can be … (1 comments)
When I show a listing, I always get there 10 minutes early. I like to make sure the lights are on, candles are lit, soft music is playing. In short, I set the stage. But wait a minute! Where are the players?
Home Page? My Page Check it? We are very excited to announce the release of the new company website. Everything you can hope for or need to use to find a property in North Texas is all right here. Plus we added some cool links- Check the map searches, (I personally … (1 comments)
As I was reading through my motivational file, once again, I found this article that I had completely forgot about. We all have the same amount of it, complain that there is not enough of it and wonder where it went at the end of the day. So I am sure there … (11 comments)
PROFESSIONAL Real estate agents realize their time is important, as well as the the time of a Buyer and/or Seller. Important does not indicate "superior" by any means. So, when you are going to be early or late for an appointment, call the recipient of your appointment and let them know. … (4 comments)
In the last several weeks I have interviewed agents that wish to leave their brokerage not because of the commission split, or other perks that they could be seeking, but because of the favoritism that is being show to certain agents in their brokerage. It's a reason that I had not … (6 comments)
"I got my real estate license so I can have a more flexible schedule." 
If you asked my daughter Lindsay who is the most impatient man on the planet is, she would laugh and say my Dad. I am impatient, but not in a bad way. I just put everything through my time filter. I always ask myself if what I'm doing is worth my … (13 comments)
Tick tock. Tick Tock.
Why do you get up each day and do what you do?
Considering the Current Market situation, is it the right time for First Time Home Buyers to make their move and buy? (South Bay, Northern California)
Over the years I have taken the majority of my loan applications face to face. I like to do it this way for several reasons but the most important is "we can both interview each other." The interview is a time to pre-qualify the client and let them pre-qualify you. Is … (2 comments)
I am currently looking for alpha testers to our site starting next week. I need 30 people more to look at the site and send me their feedback. This site is for anyone in the real estate network so you don't have to be just an investor or agent to KRUNCH! … (1 comments)
For most people, buying a home is the most significant investment of their lives. And in spite of the doubt and confusion clouding both the financial markets and news headlines, 2008 presents many genuine real estate opportunities - especially for first-time buyers. On average, housing inventory is up, prices are stable … (0 comments)
1. Do not ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.2. Do not act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house. 3. Do not find the right agent who's willing to help them through the homebuying process.4. Do not do … (8 comments)
I received the following e-mail this morning in my in-box. It is regarding a press release I posted 2 months ago.
At least it was a happy ending for the buyer of her home who I met the other day. He paid $404,500 including the 5% buyer's fee at the Real Estate Disposition Corporation's last public auction. 
I am still surprised every day how many people are clueless as to what's going on in the lending industry. Let me put it this way, anyone that's selling or financing real estate in the residential market, if you don't have a solid FHA connection you are WAY behind the curve … (4 comments)