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Get OFF My Blog!

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Real Estate Agent with Liberty Homes RS-#62825

There will always be sour pusses who do not agree with what we write, right? Right. I mentioned the other day how I was getting a anonymous comments by a 'so called Real Estate professional' last week commenting on a 5 month old post. Continuously kept coming back and turning the whole conversation to 'self' and starting to attack my credibility.

Well, I put a stop to it when the 'hiding behind the keyboard' person would not come out of hiding at my invitation. Did you know that there is a box you can uncheck or check for Non Member Comments?

On your home page click on the "Settings" link on your left sidebar. You can adjust your settings for Allowing Non Member Comments and even if you want people to see who's blog you're commenting on. (A while back there was a problem with stalkers so they added that on). Uncheck the box if you don't want them to comment on your post.

It's sad that we have to do things like this but it does stop the 'unprofessionals' who hide behind words to puff themselves up. It does get rid of my human need to fight back :) And if a consumer really wants to get ahold of me....they use the contact button.

And just because I want to be positive doesn't mean I let you run all over me.

So There.

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Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman  is a Realtor-Associate® and Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs  she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocations, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents, Home Buyers and Sellers.

 

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Comments (45)

Irene Tron
Valparaiso, IN

Glad to know the button exists.  Might have to use it one day.

Jun 07, 2009 10:21 AM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Irene: Yeah...it comes in handy all these AR buttons, checks and stuff they make available for us.

JL: Yeah, I know. It's just that now I know why so many consumers classify us as all in the same bunch of bad apples...it's these that spoil it all for the rest of us :)

Lil Bro: I'd have to noogie you if it were :)   ......anonymous dissent is a frail way of joining a conversation in my book.  ...and is a very good way to sum it all up for sure :)

Jun 07, 2009 10:27 AM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Ron: It's just that we have to remember there are good and bad in the world and acting like them when defending is just as bad....therefore, the reason I deleted the comments and turned it off. Better to nip it in the bud :)

Mark: I have found throughout my years here on ActiveRain that all the people who contact me do not leave a comment...they read....and read....and watch....and boom! Therefore, no sweat....for me to uncheck. If it happens to you too.....then at least you have that option.

Jun 07, 2009 10:30 AM
Jo-Anne Smith
Oakville, ON

Good for you Sally!

I have no respect for cowards or liars.....and in this case, the anonymous commenter seems to fall into both categories.

Jo

Jun 07, 2009 11:10 AM
Judy Jennings
Top Agent Plus - Middleboro, MA
Tap into Judy's real estate expertise & resources.

Sally - My guess would be that they are jealous of your success and trying to knock you down. This sounds like a good way to cut them off.

Unfortunately, it also does not leave room for the legitimate consumer that might want to post a comment.

Jun 07, 2009 11:20 AM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Hey Jo! Ah...respect comes to mind first doesn't it? Glad to see ya!

Judy: Like I mentioned above...I have rarely received a comment from a consumer...the just read..and read...and watch...and boom..email me :) If they really want to leave a comment they are welcome to email me and ask me to turn it on :)

Jun 07, 2009 11:54 AM
Robert Machado
HomePointe Property Management, CRMC - Sacramento, CA
CPM MPM - Property Manager and Property Management

People should keep in mind why we blog.  It is not a grip session but an exchange of ideas.  Plus, there is no need to rehash what has been stated since it is all right there in print.  Thanks for the info!

Jun 07, 2009 12:09 PM
Tina Allen
Exit Realty Tri-County - Mount Dora, FL

Thanks for the little tidbit of information.  Sorry you are dealing with an obviously unhappy and cowardly person.  Maybe they will get bored and find something else to do.

Jun 07, 2009 12:17 PM
Richard Weisser
Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA
Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

Wow Sally...

I didn't know that you could prevent non-members from commenting! Cool!

Jun 07, 2009 12:30 PM
Marchel Peterson
Results Realty - Spring, TX
Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro

I also did not know you could prevent non-members from commenting.  It is sad that it had to come to that though!

Jun 07, 2009 12:47 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Sally, sometimes I wish they had that button for specific members ....... LOL

But I would not have to worry about getting checked off since I am always right :) :) :)

Jun 07, 2009 01:37 PM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Robert: some may think it's a place to fight about who's better ....geez. Yup, there's a time and place...and I did offer an exchange of a call too :)

Tina: They had no choice...i didn't give an outlet anymore :)

Richard: I do believe it is a cool thing. If the consumer needs to contact me...they will....like they always have :)

Marchel: Not really...my valued clients that have contacted me need not have announced they were going to contact me...and need not comment. Reading seemed enough for them and the next step was to email and then talk on the phone ... that's good enough for me...don't need the other hassles from so called professionals.

George: You're silly....it's a check box for NON members (the anonymous commenters)  And you are.... ALMOST always right. I am the one who's ALWAYS right...lol!

Jun 07, 2009 02:15 PM
Sun City Grand Homes Surprise AZ Real Estate Leolinda Bowers Designated Broker Leolinda Realty
Leolinda Realty - Surprise, AZ
Sun City Grand in Surprise Arizona

Sally, unfortunately these are unhappy individuals who probably get enjoyment from making others stressed, kind of like a manipulator.  By the way, it's easier to take pot shots to someone who is on top.  Just cut the aka cord!  I would have done the same.

Jun 07, 2009 03:24 PM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Woo Hoo, This brings to mind the mind for all of us to visit our settings page once in a while and check or un-check what works best. Thanks for the reminder in your post. I loved the picture of Thumper in the comments. I am commenting while listening tot he Tony Awards. Makes it fun. Typing to speed of the music, :-) Speelchecker, where are you?

Jun 07, 2009 04:19 PM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Hey Leolinda: No kidding... got better things to do with my time :)

Hi William! I agree...I hadn't done that in awhile and up until now didn't get bothered like that...you're funny....music rhythm didn't match to the key board striking lol!

Jun 07, 2009 04:34 PM
Greg Nino
RE/MAX Compass - Houston, TX
Houston, Texas

What a coward. I hate when people do that.

Jun 07, 2009 04:41 PM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Greg: Yeah...me too :) 

Jun 07, 2009 05:14 PM
Paddy (Patricia) Pizappi
Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty - Pine Bush, NY
Real Estate Associate Broker Hudson Valley NY

I just don't understand why people would spend valuable life moments on something like that.  Each minute is a gift and we should not be spending those minutes creating problems for others.

Jun 08, 2009 02:35 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Sally, People only put others down because they are insecure....and they're cowards quite honestly.  I'd get them off too and I'm glad you told us about this option but it's so sad that we even need this option!  I still believe when people make rude comments or remarks they always make themselves look bad...sometimes REALLY bad.  Thanks for the information.

Jun 08, 2009 02:05 PM
Julie A. Black
KAUAI DREAMS REALTY Kauai Real Property Specialist - Kapaa, HI
CLHMS, CRS, GRI, Realtor, Broker

There's a lot of jealousy out there. I had one reader "report" that my blog was in violation of the code of ethics because I listed (and identified as such) other Realtor properties on it. WTF. The ironic part was that I am the chairman of the ethics committee. 

Jun 10, 2009 04:37 PM