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Pink is My Favorite Color...or NOT

Tammy Gerdts (Realty Executives Kingsport) — Sun, 10 May 2009 19:38:53 -0500

Via Missy Caulk-Ann Arbor- Realtor(R)- Ann Arbor Real Estate (Keller Williams-Ann Arbor):

Tuesday my husband was given a pink slip from Belleville High School. He is history teacher and social studies teacher. He is tenured.

I was shocked

The schools in Michigan are handing out a lot of pink slips including: Flint 257, Detroit 600, Pontiac everyone, Lansing 170.

Last year at Belleville High School, (where he teaches) they didn't let enough teachers go so in October after the enrollment count they had to redo classes. Mike was not one of them.

When they change the class sizes some students go and some classes are dropped and it is disruptive. So this year they are letting 90 go and then hiring back.

If you are pinked slipped and hired back you can still be let go in October after the enrollment count.

Can you stay unstable?

I don’t want your sympathy but your advice, prayers and help.

I want to see if Social Media (which we all hail) can get my husband a job.

In Tennessee

Most of you know I am from the South and we have hoped to move back there when we retired if not before.

So I am asking you if you know anyone in Tennessee, the Nashville Area to please pass along my husband’s name. We have looked and there are 5 History teaching positions available in the Nashville, Williamson County Area, which he is applying for.

However, it is not what you know but WHO YOU KNOW.

A little bragging:

My husband is an outstanding teacher. Every year his classes fill up and if a student is removed for scheduling issues…mom and dad demand they be put back in Mr. Caulk’s class.

Mike does all of his lesson plans on Power Point, uses YouTube and the news this week by Uncle Jake. He is a fun, and an engaging history teacher. Making the subject come alive for his students.

Everyday at school for 5 years, he would check out the over-head projector so this year, the administration bought him one. I can count on my ONE hand the days he has missed in the last 6 years, even returning the day after he had stints put in his heart.

Social Media is more than Twitter, more than FaceBook it is like attending a Chamber of Commerce meeting that extends outside four walls.

Can Social Media help find Mike A JOB?

They say if you want to adopt a baby tell everyone you know. So I am telling everyone I know. Any help would be so appreciated, especially if you know anyone in the Nashville area that teaches, a principal or works in Administration. ( If you do I will email you his resume.)

When one door closes, another one opens so we are thinking and hoping this might be an open door to move and settle in TN. First of all we are believing God will open a door if we are to move forward with a job in Tn. But, we know He works through people, so hence my appeal to you here on Activerain.

I figure if Jay McGullicuddy can find his birth mother and Brad Andersohn his brother,....

ALL things are Possible on Activerain.

AnnArborRealtor@gmail.com

1839 Muddy Creek Road Blountville, TN 37617

Tammy Gerdts (Realty Executives Kingsport) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:15:07 -0600

A Rare Opportunity for Boone Lakefront Property - $450,000

100's Of feet of level lake frontage in this tranquil cove, located just minutes to Tri-Cities Airport & interstate 81.

Take the boredom out of hot summer days by being on the areas best recreational lake. For more information on this property, Talk to Tammy (423)292-3685. (stimulated picture) www.talktotammy.info

For more information on this property. Click on more details

12.01 acres

Tennessee Lakefront Home For Sale

Tammy Gerdts (Realty Executives Kingsport) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:29:57 -0600

tammy gerdts | Realty Executives Kingsport | 423-292-3685

1721 Muddy Creek Rd., Blountville, TN

Lake front home with private dock and 3 car detached garage.

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $550,000

Year Built	1952
Sq Footage	1,921
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	1.2 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Totally renovated home on 1.2 acres surrounded by stone wall. Security system plus back-up generator. All appliances remain. New window treatments convey.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor	Tile floor
Family room	Living room	Office/Den
Dining room	Dishwasher	Refrigerator
Stove/Oven	Microwave	Granite countertop
Stainless steel appliances	Washer	Dryer
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Garage parking

Lake

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Private boat dock

Security System

Back up generator

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

tammy gerdts

Realty Executives Kingsport

423-292-3685

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jan 23, 2009, 1:21pm PST

Pricing It Right IS The Key!

Tammy Gerdts (Realty Executives Kingsport) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:34:01 -0600

I recently listed a very nice home that has been on the market, with 2 other Realtors, for the past couple of years.

At my listing appointment, I was very honest with the sellers and told them that if they want to sell, their home MUST be priced correctly for TODAYS market. I convinced them to reduce the price and their home went under contract in 2 weeks!!!

Sometimes it is tough to be honest with our clients because we don't want to hurt their feelings, but, honesty truly is the best policy in business.

My very first blog post was this listing I sold. New Listing - 326 Bayberry Dr. Kingsport, TN 37663

New Listing - 326 Bayberry Dr. Kingsport, TN 37663

Tammy Gerdts (Realty Executives Kingsport) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 14:18:52 -0600

tammy gerdts | Realty Executives Kingsport | 423-292-3685

3905 Ft. Henry Dr., Ste.1, Kingsport, TN

GREAT VALUE!!! This beautiful home is priced to sell and ready to move in. Full basement partially finished with apartment.

3BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $179,900

Year Built	1994
Sq Footage	2,679
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	10,970 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month