broker: People will surprise you. - 11/02/09 10:33 PM
Real Estate is a continuous learning experience.  Things you think will or should happen certain ways are always subject to another's thoughts and interpretations. Best rule of thumb is to always get your thoughts down on paper regardless of how obvious the situation may seem.  There are plenty of lines on a … (0 comments)

broker: 134 POPE STREET - 05/06/09 09:53 PM
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broker: They may be down, but they're not out; NAIAS 2009. - 01/15/09 07:13 AM
I hope everyone is enjoying the new year and feeling positive about the market, our country and life in general. 
 
I am very excited because this weekend is the public opening of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.  Now for Realtors there has not been a lot to … (0 comments)

broker: First Blog of the New Year - 01/09/09 07:57 AM
Hello and happy new year.  I have been busy with so many things except blogging.  Business is slow, but I am pushing on with marketing and prospecting.  I did finally close that one transaction that has provided several opportunities for cathartic blogging.  I have never worked with a seller that was … (1 comments)

broker: Posting Listings - 12/28/08 09:34 PM
Well the holidays are over and we can get back to business.  I have  new listing that I just posted on Localism.  I actually posted two, but one is about to expire.  Beautiful home in Crestwood, but a difficult time for $800,000 listings.  I wasn't aware that you could post listings … (0 comments)

broker: I hope everyone has a safe and fun Thanksgiving Weekend. - 11/24/08 10:06 AM
Nice busy real estate weekend; inspections for a property that has been a bear from the beginning and an early listing appointment followed by an (lonely) open house.
 
We asked for a 21 day inspection period because the homeowner had storm damage that was supposed to be repaired almost 3 … (0 comments)

broker: Sell now and buy more, low. - 11/12/08 12:44 PM
I am heading out to speak to a couple about the possibility of listing their home.  They understand that this may not be the best time to sell, but it is an awesome time to buy.  They recognize that there could be some bargains out there in a move up home.  … (0 comments)

broker: One more reason you should be represented. - 10/21/08 09:02 AM
 I have a client that is just settling into his new home.  When we put the offer on the house, one of the sections in the 6 page contract dealt with an installed security system. The section has a check box to indicate if the system is owned or leased and … (0 comments)

broker: Louisville Kentucky Market Statistics: October 12, 2008 - 10/13/08 02:10 PM
To help people keep up with what is going on in our market; I have decided to post current Listing and Sale statistics from Greater Louisville Association of Realtors.  I will try to do this weekly; we will see how it goes.
As you can see, our local sales are not … (0 comments)

broker: The sun is our friend and Brooks Hill Winery does it again. - 06/09/08 01:11 PM
My first blog entry in a while;   I just wanted to update everyone on some non-RE things going on in my life and Louisville.
The first thing is my new car.  I really needed one and found one that is fun and relatively economical.  It is a 2003 Saab 93 … (0 comments)

broker: Internet History. - 05/15/08 08:51 AM
The internet has become the favored tool among home buyers.  They use it to search and preview properties before getting together with their Realtor to get a closer look.  I love for my clients to use the web.  It sometimes help them with a realistic assessment of market and what they … (0 comments)

broker: Back after a short hiatus. - 05/15/08 08:38 AM
It has been a busy few weeks.  Derby was beautiful.  We had several friends that had parties and I managed to get to the track that week.  Unfortunately I didn't win a single race.  I did pay for some wagering lessons.  I was a guest of one of the banks I … (1 comments)

broker: Backing-up your data is a good thing - 04/20/08 09:19 PM
I know the title sounds a little Martha Stewart, but baking-up is like insurance.  You don't think about insurance until you need it.  If you don't have it, it's too late.  My friend Colin Recevuer sends me helpful computer tips from time to time and I like to pass them on. Here … (0 comments)

broker: Brooks Hill Winery - 04/20/08 09:09 PM
I live in the Highlands area of Louisville.  It is not downtown urban, but it is a densely populated area that is full of life, people, shops and restaurants.  A couple of weeks ago I had an opportunity to spend some time at a neighbors Vineyard and winery just out south … (0 comments)

broker: Economics: An Update - 03/31/08 09:27 AM
This information come to me from my friend and experienced loan officer, Kelly Burn-Lee of Home Services Lending, a division of Wells Fargo Mortgage.  Kelly and I worked together when I was at Semonin.  She is knowledgeable and experienced. This information is comes from here weekly e-newsletter and you can reach … (0 comments)

broker: Beware of Email Attachments. - 03/17/08 02:59 PM
Check out this very relevant information from my friend Colin at Smart Box.  His tech blog links are below.
If you have been on line searching for a new home and are ready to get out there, call me.  As an Accredited buyer's representative, ABR, I am ready to represent you … (0 comments)

broker: Change is good. - 03/16/08 10:38 AM
I haven't blogged in few days.  I have been busy changing over all my marketing material from the old name to the new.  I left Semonin last Monday and joined the Breland Group Realtors in the Highlands.  Although many people think that when you change brokers, it has to be because of something … (0 comments)

broker: Market Update - 03/12/08 07:22 AM
Here are some market statistics from the Greater Louisville Association of Realtors (GLAR).  Market conditions haven't changed much, but there are still sales and that's important. 
Want more information about buying or selling? Call or email me.  Ton@TonAliRealtor.com  or 502-386-6244.
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broker: Louisville Market Update - 03/05/08 07:06 AM
Good morning.  I am getting ready to head to 1st Independence Bank in New Albany for a live broadcast of Big Talk on Small Business on AM1080, a local radio show aimed at small business owners.
I will often get asked how the market is doing so I brush up on a … (0 comments)

broker: Sunday with my head in the Stars and Planets. - 03/04/08 08:16 PM
If you live in Louisville or the surrounding areas, Sunday was wonderful.  A spring-like 70 degrees and sunny.  I had scheduled an open house, but thought that most folks would be out enjoying the day instead of house hunting.  Was I wrong!
The beautiful weather brought out many shoppers and I had … (1 comments)

 
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