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Real Estate Agent with metrobrokers/GMAC Real Estate
What is the purpose of localism images? I am new to this whole thing and I trying to learn the best way to use this website to my benefit. If someone knows it would be greatly appreciated if you could help me out. Another thing I need to ask is what are all the benefits to this website other than meeting fellow agents allover the United States. Once again this info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Susie Roscoe
Signature Realty Associates - Brandon, FL
Real Estate Specialist | Brandon, FL

Hey Mike!  Localism is a great way to show what FAYETTEVILLE, GA is all about!  You can post articles as well as photos of local parks, shops, happenings, new communities, social events, etc...  It will attach YOUR NAME to "that part of the town."  Get out your digital camera and take a drive...you'll have new posts as well as great exposure for the area you work.  GOOD LUCK!!

Jun 26, 2007 12:06 PM
Susie Roscoe
Signature Realty Associates - Brandon, FL
Real Estate Specialist | Brandon, FL

One more thing...if you "edit this post" you can earn 200 points for a "blog" as well. 

Jun 26, 2007 12:08 PM
MaryAnn Morrar ~ La Jolla
Coldwell Banker - La Jolla, CA

Hi Mike

 I have no idea what Fayetteville GA looks like - post some great pictures - have fun earn points!

Jun 26, 2007 12:10 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher
I am just learning about it as well so I'm going to bookmark you and come back for the responses.  Thanks for the post.
Jun 26, 2007 12:10 PM
Stephanie Edwards-Musa
thredUP.com - The Woodlands, TX
knitwit at thred UP
Hi Mike, Welcome to ActiveRain!  People relocating may like to know what the area looks like or know what some of the landmarks are.  Then, like Susie said, if they connect with the photo you would probably be the one they contact. 
Jun 26, 2007 12:11 PM
Mike Weaver
metrobrokers/GMAC Real Estate - Fayetteville, GA
Thanks everyone! You have all been great helps!
Jun 26, 2007 12:13 PM
Leigh Brown
Leigh Brown & Associates, RE/MAX Executive - Charlotte, NC
CEO, Dream Maker - Charlotte, NC

Just make sure to load relevant photos that you can envision grabbing a consumer's attention.  Bad or irrelevant photos get yanked.

As far as what AR has to offer? Sheesh. It's mind-blowing when you embrace what's here.  Pick out smart, performing agents and learn what's made them successful-there's a ton of shared information here to help you grow your business.  Pick out sharp SEO experts and web developers and pick their brains or hire them to help you improve your web presence.  Hire a stager.  Hire a virtual assistant (aka VA).  Write about your local market. 

There are both agents and consumers crawling this site constantly looking for good information.  provide good information and both will find YOU.  Welcome to the Rain!

Jun 26, 2007 12:15 PM
Darrel Quebedeaux
Evergreen Realty & Associates Inc. - Newport Coast, CA
What do visitors to your area want to see.  Photograph and write about it.  You get local exposure, points and if the Rain gods smile on you; new clients too.
Jun 26, 2007 12:51 PM
Gil Garcia
Prudential California Realty - Rohnert Park, CA
Rohnert Park,CA Real Estate

Hi, Mike Welcome to ActiveRain I'd love to see what Fayetteville looks like, so post some pictures you

will score some points!

Jun 26, 2007 03:37 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Hi Mike, I see this is your first post on Active Rain.  Congratulations!!  I Just wanted to welcome you to our Real Estate Industry Network!  This will help you get started with your Blogging on Active Rain. You won't find all the answers in this comment, but you'll find all the answers from other members here on AR.  :-)

Welcome aboard, I hope you'll continue to blog, and invite others.  Wishing you all the success our business and this network have to offer.

Enjoy!!

Below are some sites and groups you may want to visit right away:

READ ME FIRST
http://activerain.com/blogsview/99192/Welcome-Active-Rain-Newbies

READ ME SECOND -  Setting up your Profile
http://activerain.com/blogsview/74458/Active-Rain-New-Members

Active Rain New Members Group - Learn it All!
http://activerain.com/groups/newbies

Your Active Rain Community Resource Guide
http://activerain.com/blogsview/65489/ActiveRain-Community-Resources-Updated

Do You Want To Be The Featured Agent In Your Area? - Points Breakdown
http://activerain.com/blogsview/113081/Do-You-Want-to

FREE Photos and Graphics for your Blog
http://activerain.com/blogsview/91574/Photos-and-Graphics-and

Post Your Listings on Active Rain
http://activerain.com/groups/MLS

Lastly, you can join groups you have an interest in, or would like to learn more about.  Maybe Target Marketing, Real Estate Technology, or you can search All Groups.

I hope you'll find these to be a useful tools in helping you get started here on Active Rain.  Please contact me if you have any questions or need anything in the way of assistance. You will meet many wonderful people here. Good Luck to you and your business, and Happy Blogging!

Jun 26, 2007 07:14 PM