Strategic Defaults Increasing - 05/31/10 10:36 AM
I came across an article written by Don Miller published on the NuWire Investor site highlighting an alarming and growing trend - walking away from homes rather than opting for Short Sales in Phoenix.
Don leads off with:
"A growing number of homeowners who owe more on their mortgages than their property is worth are opting for "strategic default," which means walking away from their homes, even though they can afford to make their monthly payment."
and provides later in the article:
"Now, the country has too many houses and too many homeowners in trouble. Consider:
 
Foreclosures  are expected to … (3 comments)

Should I Just Do It Myself? NO!!! - 05/30/10 08:29 PM
A prime candidate for the services of AnotherMe.com
Via Todd Picconi (Stapp Home Realty):
I am one of the only Realtors who has been selling 18 years and still does their own Transaction Coordinating, right?
 
WRONG!!!
 
BUT.....How much time are we wasting doing it ourselves?  Would it be easier if we were able to turn it over to someone else?  Is $350 or $400 worth the easier life, more time and more potential sales?
I'm debating what to do with this?
On the one hand, I like the control it gives me to know all was done my way, disclosed my … (2 comments)

Is your blog relevant? - 05/30/10 08:19 PM
A re-blog from the master BB.  He was here when I arrived in 2006 - and is still going strong!
Via Bryant Tutas-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc:
Hi folks. I wrote this post almost 4 years ago. At that time ActiveRain only had about 1,000 members. And already we were writing about how to blog!! I think the information is as relevant today as it was back then. What do you think?
Is your blog relevant?
I have read several post recently asking this question. It’s an excellent question but because it’s so subjective how do we know? I am new to this and … (1 comments)

Why I Hate Social Media! And You Probably Do Too But Won't Admit it! (A REVISIT) - 05/27/10 09:49 AM
This gem from Jeff Dowler!
Via Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate ~ 760-840-1360 (RE/MAX Moonlight Beach (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)):
I wrote this about 9 months ago, and Bob Stewart thought it deserved another visit. I like sharing my opinions so I can't say I disagree.
I reread it, and I don't see that my thinking has changed.
I enjoyed writing this - the reality as well as the sarcasm - and hope you find it worthy of a read, whether you agree or not. After all, we're both entitled to our opinions. I would be curious about what YOU think.
I … (2 comments)

Strategic Defaults Increasing As Homeowners Choose Not To Pay Their Mortgage - 05/24/10 02:39 PM
And we will see plenty more in the Phoenix area
Via Ilyce Glink (Think Glink Publishing):
According to new Treasury data released yesterday, about 300,000 Americans have received permanent loan modifications. But a higher number of homeowners are being denied permanent modifications and are being dropped from the program.
New data from the University of Chicago and Northwestern University found that strategic defaults jumped in the first quarter of 2010. In fact, last quarter, “more homeowners voluntarily defaulted on their mortgages and chose to walk away from their homes than the total number of mortgages permanently modified to date under the Administration’s year-old … (1 comments)

ActiveRain University Training Calendar - 05/23/10 04:18 PM

Via ActiveRain University (ActiveRain University):
ActiveRain University offers a wide variety of on-line Real Estate and Social Media training sessions/classes for Real Estate Industry Professionals. Classes are designed for new and experienced members of the Real Estate Industry.  Come learn about the various tools on ActiveRain, enhance your Social Media skills, learn about successful business applications, and grow business using the knowledge, experience, and tools used by other TOP PRODUCERS and experts in all aspects of Real Estate. Click On ANY Class Below To Register or Get More Details! We offer FREE classes and special guest speakers every week. Come Listen, watch, … (0 comments)

Get ready to care about "EdgeRank" more than SEO - 05/23/10 04:15 PM

Via Alex Chang (Roost):
You've probably never hear of "EdgeRank." But if you're serious about online marketing, you need to get your mind around it quickly. It's more important than SEO and will make or break you on the most important place on the web: Facebook
SEO as a marketing strategy for Real Estate is dying.  Here's why:
#1) For the the vast majority of Real Estate agents and brokers it is already dead on arrival, and has been for several years.  
Let's face it, only 5-7 players consistently win on any local keyword string.  Are you one of those?  Long … (2 comments)

The Villages at Queen Creek Homes for sale - Homes for Sale at The Villages at Queen Creek - 05/22/10 08:57 PM

Via Audry Wolff (Solutions Real Estate):
The report on April 2010 home sales in The Villages at Queen Creek is Now Available! The average price per square foot on sold homes in The Villages at Queen Creek was $71.74 with an average of 48 days on the market. This report should be viewed as a trend report. Since all homes are unique and factors such as condition and location will affect value, a home evaluation from a professional is recommended before taking any action on your home. The website includes some of the following features:
THE VILLAGES AT QUEEN CREEK AREA … (0 comments)

Winner Announcement of the "Life! By Design Contest" By Tom Ferry - 05/20/10 08:51 PM

Via Brad Andersohn ~ Community Manager (ActiveRain):
Winner Announcement of the "Life! By Design Contest" By Tom Ferry
This past weekend at RainCamp LA, the winners were announced of the "Life By Design Contest" that was being promoted over on Bob Stewarts Blog Post.  It was announced on Saturday that Tom Ferry's Book "Life By Design" is now a National Top Seller ranking #4 in the Nation.
Congratulations Tom, and thank you for joining us and speaking at RainCamp in Los Angeles.  We have received great responses from all those who attended, and your presentation was over the top! We were honored … (0 comments)

RainCamp LIVE in Los Angeles, CA May 15, 2010 - 05/15/10 05:46 PM

Via Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate ~ 760-840-1360 (RE/MAX Moonlight Beach (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)):
RainCamp LIVE in Los Angeles  The excitement has been brewing for a few weeks and the day finally arrived. Having heard so much about RainCamp I was pretty stoked to be able to attend, especially since I had to be in LA the day before (after the week in DC for NAR and CRS) for my daughter's graduation.
It's been great fun to actually meet some folks I have been following and have gotten to know but had never met - Kat De Long, Tony … (3 comments)

Ben's Tech Tools and Websites from Rain Camp LA - 05/15/10 05:42 PM

Via Christine Donovan Costa Mesa Real Estate Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 (Donovan Blatt Team - Donovan Group Realty):
Ben's Tech Tools and Websites from Rain Camp LA
 
Sitting here in my third Rain Camp, I'm still picking up lots of tips and tidbits for my marketing and my business, and I wanted to share this list of Ben and Brad's top tools and websites with those not fortunate enough not to be here.
If you're wondering why I have attended so many Rain Camps in the past few months, check out the list below just to see a small amount of what … (3 comments)

RainCamp Los Angeles 2010 - Marina Del Rey / Loyola Marymount - Great Day! Great Information! - 05/15/10 05:36 PM

Via Ralph Gorgoglione (EcoBroker Certified - John Aaroe Group, Inc.):
RainCamp Los Angeles 2010 - Marina Del Rey / Loyola Marymount - Great Day! Great Information!
Here at RainCamp Los Angeles at Loyola Marymount University in Marina Del Rey, California.
Some really good information regarding Search Engine Optimization and agent websites today.
MarketLeader provided us with some information on their services and I will probably end up taking advantage of their website products.
Cool T-Shirts are being given out.
It was really great meeting everyone in person that I've been seeing on my computer screen for a year now!
Here's some pics:
… (2 comments)

Raincamp, Los Angeles, Today!! Whose here???? - 05/15/10 05:34 PM
The gangs all here - well - a lot of us!
Via Stacey Smith - Norco Short Sale Agent (The Homefinding Center):
If you are a realtor and not still living in the dark ages and not fighting technology, you realize that internet has become a powerful tool to generate and expand our business and that knocking on doors and making cold calls just isn't enough anymore. That business can from from our website, and through social media and networking sites. Today we are learning how we can put ourselves out there more, using the right key words to target your particular geographical areas. Lots … (2 comments)

LIAR! LIAR! - 05/12/10 01:29 PM
We're starting to see an unfortunate trend as some real estate agents are becoming "economical" with the truth.
For example: "737 Transactions closed in 2009 - I specialize in Short Sales"
One would be mis-led to believe that a large number, if not all, of the above, were closed Short Sales - when in fact, they were REOs - a very different proposition.
Another that came across the radar - but has now vanished:  "More than 2,000 completed last year - specializing in Distressed Properties - Short Sales and REOs!"
Here's the punchline - the "more than 2,000" were ALL BPOs - … (5 comments)

New Lead-Based Paint Rule Takes Effect - 05/05/10 12:26 PM
 
This bulletin issued by our local association:
 
Lead paint poisoning affects over one million children today. Adverse health effects include learning disabilities, behavioral problems, and speech delays. If not done in a lead-safe manner, renovations and repair activities that disturb lead-based paint can expose children, as well as adults, to harmful levels of lead dust.
 
On April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe work practices aimed at preventing lead poisoning in children. On April 22, 2010, the rule becomes effective and firms performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in … (2 comments)

 
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