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My Blog & Me -- On National T.V.

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Allegiance, Managing Broker/Branch Vice President

As real estate brokers, we are often the first introduction that many relocating homebuyers have to our area of the country. When researching where to live, people rely on REALTORS for information about various key criteria such as neighborhoods, schools, prices, trends, things to do in the region, tax considerations, etc.

As real estate brokers, we are Ambassadors for our own regions. Show me one real estate agent who hates the area they work and live, and I'll show you one agent who should leave the business.

"In the know" real estate agents -- those who embrace blogging and Web 2.0 already know this and thus post this type of information on their blogs to educate and also to entice consumers to work with them because of their knowledge. Not to mention the longtail search engine optimization.

Just over a year ago, Maryland, which borders my home state of Virginia, decided to raise the taxes on its residents who earn over $1 million per year -- the so-called "Millionaire Tax."

I decided to use this as the perfect opportunity to encourage Maryland millionaires to consider moving down to Virginia! Here's my blog post from April 9, 2008: Virginia Welcomes Migration of Maryland Millionaires

A couple of weeks ago, the state of Maryland reported that state tax revenues were down. 1/3 less Maryland taxpayers reporting incomes over $1 million from a year prior. Where'd they go? As this news was spreading, the producers of the Neil Cavuto Show on Fox News researched the story, and stumbled upon my year-old blog post on Page One of Google.

At 2 p.m. on a Thursday, I got a call from NYC. "Brian, can you be at our D.C. studio by 5:30 p.m. to be interviewed live on television by Neil Cavuto?"

Here's the results... My Blog & Me -- On National T.V.

Comments (54)

Cindy Jones
Integrity Real Estate Group - Woodbridge, VA
Pentagon, Fort Belvoir & Quantico Real Estate News

You done good Brian!  Hopefully your TV appearance will keep your phones ringing.

May 30, 2009 12:56 PM
Sharon Simms
Coastal Properties Group International - Christie's International - Saint Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg FL - CRS CIPS CLHMS RSPS

Congrats, Brian - both for your proactive blogging to attract the overtaxed millionaires and for being recognized. Blogs are timeless!

May 30, 2009 02:10 PM
Lane Bailey
Century 21 Results Realty - Suwanee, GA
Realtor & Car Guy

Excellent.  Lucky...  (that is where preparation meets opportunity).  Good job.  And I know that luck comes to those that are ready. 

May 30, 2009 03:20 PM
Patricia Aulson
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH
Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes
I wish I;d seen this interview! Patricia Aulson
May 30, 2009 03:35 PM
Chris Olsen
Olsen Ziegler Realty - Cleveland, OH
Broker Owner Cleveland Ohio Real Estate

Hi Brian -- How cool is that?  I used to live in Reston and MD also, and know what a major market that is, so congrats!  I hope you sell several of those McLean or Great Falls mansions.

May 30, 2009 03:55 PM
Harrison Painter
GoGladiator Media - Carmel, IN
New Media Consultant

Awesome stuff!

I have been very impressed with everything you have doing in your blogs and marketing, and this is much deserved press for you my friend!

Congratulations!!!!

- Harrison Painter

May 30, 2009 04:11 PM
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

What an amazing experience and amazing exposure for you. Congratulations on making it national television.

May 30, 2009 04:15 PM
Thesa Chambers
West + Main - Bend, OR
Principal Broker - Licensed in Oregon

I have always loved reading your blog - and I love Neil - so how could I not watch your 3 plus minutes of fame - you looked great and spoke well... nicely done Congrats

May 30, 2009 06:32 PM
Kay Van Kampen
RE/MAX Broker, RE/MAX - Springfield, MO
Realtor®, Springfield Mo Real Estate

Brian, Great Job!  What a great way to show off your talents!

May 31, 2009 02:34 AM
Laura Gray
RE/MAX Realty Group - Gaithersburg, MD

Brian - Fantastic accomplishment. You just never know what blog you write is going to capture the attention of the public. You picked a unique and interesting topic that benefited not only you but others,

May 31, 2009 02:42 AM
Missy Caulk
Missy Caulk TEAM - Ann Arbor, MI
Savvy Realtor - Ann Arbor Real Estate

Brian I heard this on Twitter but I couldn't find it the day it was going to happen. WOW

I am so happy for you, you did an excellent job.

I like Neal too so good job in appearing on the show and the topic was great.

May 31, 2009 03:10 AM
Kim Dean
www.GoSimplyTexas.com - McKinney, TX
Simply Texas Real Estate - Broker/Owner

Brian! Wow - well done! I couldn't have done it better myself. You've just landed yourself a nice little bit to add to your portfolio!

May 31, 2009 03:22 AM
Brian Lee Burke
Kenna Real Estate - Lone Tree, CO
Broker & Advising Expert-Kenna Luxury Real Estate

That is just AWESOME! Great job. So has your phone been ringing of the hook since? :) ~Rita

May 31, 2009 08:29 AM
Jay Markanich
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA
Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

I hadn't seen this!  Go Brian, go Brian!

May 31, 2009 11:17 AM
Mary Douglas
United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO
REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Hi Brian, When you commented on my post yesterday, I had no idea you were a National TV star! ( kidding) Congratulations, I think it is just wonderful.  I liked the interview, and I think you did a great job!

Jun 02, 2009 08:01 AM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

I missed your appearance but I'm sure you were awesome.  Congrats on the exposure!  That's terrific.

Jun 03, 2009 09:16 AM
Elizabeth Benefield
Montana Country Real Estate - Libby, MT

Brian : good Job you look great on T.V, You the man.

Liz

Jun 03, 2009 07:53 PM
Bettina Settles
Greenwood, IN
Your Indiana Connection

How cool is that. Congratulations Brian, and I bet since then you have been busier then before.

Jun 04, 2009 08:35 AM
Andreas Kraemer
Century 21 New Millennium - Kingstowne, VA

Brian: CONGRATULATIONS - this is awesome. Great idea and follow-through. The wave of customers will be coming :)

All the best from Andreas

Jun 04, 2009 10:51 AM
Bill Gassett
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Hopkinton, MA
Metrowest Massachusetts Real Estate

Congrats Brian! I have not been on AR as much lately so I missed this. What great press!! I can now so I know a Real Estate celeb:)

Jun 06, 2009 11:08 AM