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Will Your Brand Stand the Test of Time?

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Industry Observer

1959 Cadillac

I hear time and time again about the Cadillac Escalade is the ultimate “Bling” car because of it’s extensive use of shiny materials and chrome.  While attending a classic car show recently I came across this beauty.  Back in 1959, Cadillac was clearly planting the seeds that would make them the champion of “Bling” over half a century later!

This is one of the reasons I am proud of my affiliation with Prudential Texas Properties.  The Prudential brand is over 125 years old and the seeds that were planted over its long history have made it synonymous with stability, reliability, integrity and strength.  Have you ever considered how your business branding will stand the test of time?

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Looking for a REALTOR® who can help you with the home buying or selling experience with classic style, personal service, innovation and unparalleled professionalism?  The type of experience that sets us apart and creates the foundation for a long term professional relationship?  That what my team and I are here to provide!  If you are in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and would like an experienced REALTOR® to offer guidance, support, and make the home buying or selling process easier and more friendly, call me today at (469)449-9840 to schedule a consultation.  Or visit my Dallas Real Estate website at EasyTexasRealEstate.com.  I'd be happy to help you move forward and achieve your Real Estate objectives.  Let me help you make your 2010 dream of home ownership (or selling your home) a reality!

Not located in the D/FW area?  Contact me anyway... I'd be happy to refer you to a REALTOR® in your area who can help you with the same personal service that I provide to my clients.

This photograph is the exclusive property of Steve Shatsky.  It may not be used or reproduced in any manner without expressed written permission from Steve Shatsky.  ©Copyright 2010.  All Rights Reserved.

Comments(7)

Ed Kurosz , Lic. Assoc. RE Broker
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Westhampton Beach & Quogue - Westhampton Beach, NY
Douglas Elliman Real Estate Hamptons & North Fork

Very pretty. My mother had a 1959 Ford two-tone in seafoam green and white. That had a fair amount of bling on it too.

Sep 12, 2010 02:51 PM
Charles Edwards Bentonville
Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette 479-253-3796 - Bentonville, AR
AR REALTOR, Bentonville Real Estate Agent and Broker

Steve, I like it. Personally I've always wanted the '57 version in black. Those were the days. If you ever lost your place you could live in the car

Sep 12, 2010 02:52 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Hey Steve, that is a good question to marinate the mind with :) I think a lot of the name standing the test of time is the reputation that backs it up as well :)

Sep 12, 2010 03:10 PM
Paula Swayne
Dunnigan, Realtors, Sacramento (916) 425-9715 - Sacramento, CA
Realtor-Land Park, East Sac & Curtis Park -Dunniga

Hi Steve!
That is a beauty!

Interestingly, our company switched from Dunnigan, Realtors to Windermere Dunnigan Realtors 3 years ago.  We just completed going back to Dunnigan, Realtors.  The reason? Windermere was enacting a new policy that would require their franchisees to drop their local name.  We have been around since 1949. Why in the world would we drop the established name recognition we have?  We didn't.

Sep 12, 2010 03:27 PM
Ricki Eichler McCallum
CastNet Realty - Corpus Christi, TX
Broker,GRI,ABR, e-Pro, TAHS

Interesting question Steve,  I hope my brand will be around long after I am gone.  I'm doing all I can to build it that way but it is still in its infancy but we are having a great childhood. :)

Sep 12, 2010 04:14 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Steve..That sure is a beauty..I love it ..what a grill  !!!

HelpfulHannah

Sep 12, 2010 05:05 PM
Steve Hoffacker
Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL
Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Steve,

Thanks for featuring the face of a real classic. This is such an American icon. :)

Steve

Sep 14, 2010 04:31 PM