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I Try to be as Good as My Little Giant Ladder

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Real Estate Agent with Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage GREC #208281

I bought my Little Giant Ladder over 10 years ago and it brings joy to my life every time I use it.  After thinking about it, this ladder has a lot of qualities that I admire.  Some day I hope to be as good as my ladder.

  • It's solid as a rock.  Even when it's extended to it's limits, it's very steady and allows me to reach things that I never thought possible. 
  • It looks deceptively simple but can be used for a variety of tasks.
  • Tough as nails.  After 10 years of stress and abuse, it hasn't broken down.
  • It creates raving fans.  It is so awesome that people can't stop talking about it.
  • It travels well.  It fits into most people's cars.
  • It costs a little more than a generic ladder, but you have less chance of getting hurt.
  • I trust it with my wife and kids.

  

Try staying steady at  the top step of an ordinary step ladder.  With my pole pruner, I'm cutting branches that are around 20 feet up.

  

If I put the ladder in a more vertical position, I can get to the top of two stories.

It condenses down to less than six feet tall.  It's easy to lend to others.

I use this as an example that some things are really as good "As seen on TV".   Click on that link and you'll see some amazing video demonstrations.  The ladder is every bit as good as they say it is. 

I'm thinking of giving these out as closing gifts.  Maybe I'll but a sticker on there with something like,"I'll be there when you are ready to make your next step up" or maybe "Take your next step up with the solid support of your REALTOR"

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About the Author:  Tim Maitski has been a full time Realtor since 1999. He has sold several hundreds of homes in areas around metro Atlanta.  Tim started with RE/MAX Greater Atlanta and is now with Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage.

 

Along with blogging on ActiveRain, he provides one of the best real estate websites in Atlanta at www.HomeAtlanta.com .

 

His proprietary  "Maitski Line Reports" chart out the absorption rates over the past 14 years in 37 different market areas.  Know when it's a good time to buy or a good time to sell.    

 

His online Property Tax Calculator allows you to compare property taxes in many counties and cities around the Atlanta area.  He provides the Atlanta MLS Power Search Tool that allows searches of homes using over 35 specific criteria.

 

Over the years, Tim has optimized his business so that he now can offer a huge 50% commission rebate to his buyers.  The more experience one gets, the easier the job becomes.

 

Tim also has a "Five Days to Sold" System that uses an intensive marketing blitz to create a showing frenzy that creates urgency and offers.

 

Tim is always looking to LinkIn with anyone who is interested in building their social network.

 

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Yolanda Hoversten
Self Employed - O'Fallon, IL
Referrals for O’Fallon, IL & the Metro East

Tim:

Very clever analogy--I like it.  You're very creative in linking this ladder to attributes that clients would want in a professional (you). 

Great idea for a closing gift--the first one is catchier--how about add your name?

Your humor shines through.  Thanks!

Jul 11, 2007 01:16 PM
Monika McGillicuddy
Prudential Verani Realty - Atkinson, NH
NH Real Estate Broker
Tim...I love the creative use of linking the ladder to YOU! I think you are just as good as that trusty ladder of yours. Very cool post!
Jul 11, 2007 01:23 PM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE
Hey...that was pretty catchy!  (I'm afraid of heights...don't know how you get up there and look up and prune...geez)
Jul 11, 2007 01:31 PM
Ginger S
Wilkinson & Associates, Wilmington NC - Wilmington, NC
Wilmington NC Real Estate & Relocation~

Tim, If Doesn't the Pole Trimmer directions Say Do Not use this tool while standing on a Ladder???LOL!

Ginger

Jul 11, 2007 01:41 PM
Erol Kartal
Schaumburg, IL

Hi Tim,

The LG is the best! Please don't take this the wrong way but the ladder shown on the garage is extended too far away from the structure and is a serious hazard waiting to happen.

Condo Inspection Chicago Suburbs

Jul 11, 2007 02:32 PM
Christopher & Bernadette Hurley
Go Hurley Group - Sugar Land, TX

Ah, if only I bought that little giant years ago. I wonder if it's still selling.

Thanks,

Sugar Land, Tx
Where Life is Sweet

Jul 11, 2007 02:50 PM
Jason Sardi
Auto & Home & Life Insurance throughout North Carolina - Charlotte, NC
Your Agent for Life
Tim - I need to get one of those for sure!  Great analogy to traits you would like/and probably closely resemble to be. 
Jul 11, 2007 02:59 PM
Eric Bouler
Gardner Realtors, Licensed in La. - New Orleans, LA
Listening to your Needs
Tim, I need one of those. Some great graphics to show off the ladder.
Jul 11, 2007 03:14 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Neat post, Tim. Good analogy. It looks like the type of ladder a number of inspectors I have used have - have never bought one but boy they sure look handy.

Jeff

Jul 11, 2007 03:51 PM
Melody Young
Milestone Motoring - Auto Broker/Dealer - Westlake Village, CA
Auto Broker-Milestone Motoring
Love the analogy Tim and expecially love the gift idea with the clever saying.
Jul 11, 2007 04:29 PM
Jeff Belonger
Social Media - Infinity Home Mortgage Company, Inc - Cherry Hill, NJ
The FHA Expert - FHA Loans - FHA mortgages - USDA loans - VA Loans

Tim.....  that ladder looks awesome. And I loved the analogies that you applied to it. And look, little Timmy working in his shorts.  ;o)

And I loved the sticker idea.... great job.

                                                                                                     jeff belonger

Jul 11, 2007 06:09 PM
Tim Maitski
Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage - Atlanta, GA
Truth, Excellence and a Good Deal
Bryant, Wow, you got away with giving TLW a ladder on your anniversary.  You really have a special woman there.  It is kind of heavy.  They have a new and improved version with little wheels at the bottom so you can drag it around.
Jul 12, 2007 01:13 AM
Tim Maitski
Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage - Atlanta, GA
Truth, Excellence and a Good Deal
Erol,  You are correct.  At that angle it is very dangerous.  I just wanted to open it up all the way and give people a sense of how long it can get.  My garage just wasn't tall enough.  That's why you don't see me at the top of the ladder.
Jul 12, 2007 01:16 AM
Erol Kartal
Schaumburg, IL

Just remember the ladder should exceed at least 3' over the roof edge, the last 3 rungs are not steps.  :-)

Commercial Building Inspection Chicago

Jul 12, 2007 06:58 AM
Karen Hurst
RICOASTALLIVING.COM - Warwick, RI
Rhode Island Waterfront!

Tim,

I never thought of that for a closing gift! My husband has that ladder and he raves about it all the time. Thanks for the idea.

Jul 12, 2007 08:50 AM
Jeff Belonger
Social Media - Infinity Home Mortgage Company, Inc - Cherry Hill, NJ
The FHA Expert - FHA Loans - FHA mortgages - USDA loans - VA Loans

Tim... why don't you just but a truck load and sell them out of your garage then?  ;o)  I have read great reviews in here, I guess I'll buy one for myself, my dad, and my brother-in-law. It is Christmas in July..  

jeff belonger

Jul 12, 2007 09:22 AM
Allison Werner
To Be Announced - Middletown, NJ
Ok Tim, now I have to go find one of those ladders for my husband! Great analogies as well, and a great idea you have for using them for closing gifts. I know that is one thing people don't buy until it's needed.
Jul 13, 2007 08:03 AM
Tim Maitski
Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage - Atlanta, GA
Truth, Excellence and a Good Deal

This is too funny.

I got a call from a guy at the Little Giant Ladder company.  He came across my post here and gave me a call.  He says that there are agents who are giving ladders out at closing and they are getting great feedback.

He quoted be an incredible price for a single ladder shipped directly to me.  He says they also work on creating special decals or labels that you can have placed on the ladder.

Shipping is a big part of the price.  If you order over 12 at one time, the price goes down even more, about $30/ladder savings. 

I'm going to see if I can find other agents around here who might want to make a joint purchase in order to save on shipping.

The guy's name who I talked to is Ted Hartman at 800-453-1192 or ted@ladders.com

Jeff,  That might be a great promotion. "Christmas in July"

Jul 13, 2007 09:05 AM
Jay McGillicuddy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty - Exeter, NH
Real Estate Broker
Geez, I wish I got one for our anniversary, oh wait it is in September like September 15th. I am sure Monika has a notify me on this post. Hint Hint... LOL
Jul 13, 2007 12:05 PM
Erol Kartal
Schaumburg, IL

Speaking from an inspector's perspective, I would not give my client something that will have them climb a roof more often. Just my personal opinion.

Home Inspector Chicago

Jul 16, 2007 06:09 AM