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The Quoteworthy Real Estate Broker

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

Not once, but twice in this past week, the media came my way asking for information about the real estate market. Not to toot my own horn (okay, I am tooting my own horn, but sometimes it is warranted), but this has become a regular occurrence over the last several years. Take a look at my Press Page to view all the articles in local and national media outlets as well as watch clips of my television appearances.

Last week, I was interviewed in person by Nicholas (Nick) Horrock at my office. He's now a reporter with the Connection Newspapers, a string of local papers covering various cities and towns throughout Northern Virginia. We spent about half an hour discussing Northern Virginia real estate. During the conversation I also learned that Nick used to cover the White House, had flown numerous times on Air Force One and traveled around the world with several presidents -- Wow! And now he sat in my RE/MAX office in McLean interviewing me.

 

Arlington Connection Newspaper

 

His article about Northern Virginia real estate was published on June 21st. Here's a link to read the full article:

Median, Average Sold Price of Homes Increased in May

Then, just yesterday, I was contacted by Cory Jo Vasquez at RE/MAX International Headquarters in Denver, CO. Cory is the Senior Public Relations Manager for all of RE/MAX. She's contacted me several times in the past after she's gotten media inquiries directed to RE/MAX. This time Cory was looking for someone to share their thoughts on cash buyers and how they're affecting the real estate marketplace with a reporter for TheMReport.com. TheMReport is a website that describes itself as "News and strategies for the evolving mortgage marketplace."

Although I was out with a buyer client yesterday (who's placing an offer on a house today), I told Cory that I would respond to the reporter as soon as possible. Knowing reporters are on tight deadlines, I called Alyse Rzemek around 6:30 p.m. and we discussed real estate and my thoughts on cash buyers and investors. Imagine my surprise when the article was already published on the website before I went to sleep last night.

 

The MReport.com

Here's a link to the article on TheMReport.com:

Cash is King in the Housing Market

Jason Sardi
Auto & Home & Life Insurance throughout North Carolina - Charlotte, NC
Your Agent for Life

Block - I still recall watching you on Fox, I do believe.   Was it Cavuto that you were on back then?  Man, now six degrees of separation has me within earshot of The Presidency for quasi-knowing Mr. Brian Block.  Good for you and quite deserved, I'm certain.

Jun 25, 2011 04:14 PM
Maria Morton
Platinum Realty - Kansas City, MO
Kansas City Real Estate 816-560-3758

Brian, it's good to know that some news reporters are going to the right source for real estate information.

Jun 25, 2011 04:22 PM
Eileen Covington
The Charlotte Home Team/Keller Williams - Charlotte, NC
(The Charlotte Home Team)

Glad to see the reporters are asking someone who  knows instead of making things up to spin their story to sell.

Jun 25, 2011 04:31 PM
Sharon Alters
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty - 904-673-2308 - Fleming Island, FL
Realtor - Homes for Sale Fleming Island FL

Brian, this is an example of how your excellent internet footprint has given you recognition - but you earned it, it wasn't just handed to you. Your blogging paved the way. Congrats!

Sharon

Jun 25, 2011 04:34 PM
John Novak
Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace - Las Vegas, NV
Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate

That's awesome, Brian! Congrats on becoming a trusted resource for the media.

Jun 25, 2011 06:30 PM
Cheryl Ritchie
RE/MAX Leading Edge www.GoldenResults.com - Huntingtown, MD
Southern Maryland 301-980-7566
That is a neat post to make you realize how your hard work on AR can pay off in unexpected ways.
Jun 25, 2011 10:28 PM
Jay Markanich
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA
Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

What did you have the staff serve him during the visit?  You always have a little spread for visitors.  How would I know that?

Great article too...

Jun 25, 2011 11:25 PM
Gina Nugent
Donohue RE - Palm Beach, FL
Real Estate Agent - Palm Beach, FL

Atta boy!

Jun 25, 2011 11:29 PM
The Somers Team
The Somers Team at KW Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA
Delivering Real Estate Happiness

Brian - Great stuff !  Getting some PR is awesome as it just adds to your reputation !  Blogging helps to get there !  Is an inspiration to us all ! 

Jun 26, 2011 12:03 AM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)

That is very exciting and toot-worthy.

Jun 26, 2011 12:27 AM
Mike Cooper, Broker VA,WV
Cornerstone Business Group Inc - Winchester, VA
Your Neighborhood Real Estate Sales Pro

Brian, toot away.  You earned it.  Glad to see the press is getting interested in real estate.  Your market is a unique market compared to many.  It should be reported on.  Congratulations on the feature too!

Jun 26, 2011 12:43 AM
J. Philip Faranda
Howard Hanna Rand Realty - Yorktown Heights, NY
Associate Broker / Office Manager

Go ahead and toot, recognition from the media sheds light on your stature and credibility. It ain't bragging if it's true! 

Jun 26, 2011 02:01 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Finally, the media seeks meaningful sources....I have always been a believer of talking to the horse and not the carriage....Heck, all any reporter has to do is visit ActiveRain and take notes....They will know everything they need to know ....PLUS

Jun 26, 2011 02:48 AM
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Brian, way to go getting the word out about the local real estate market. Good Job!

Jun 26, 2011 04:04 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Brian, that is SO awesome!  Congratulations on the great FREE advertising but, most importantly, for the media knowing WHO does know the market and who to interview--YOU!

Jun 26, 2011 06:11 AM
Tamara Inzunza
Realty One Group Capital - Alexandria, VA
Close-In Alexandria and Arlington Living

Rock it Brian! How great to be able to say that you've been interviewed and quoted not once, but several times.

Jun 26, 2011 07:25 AM
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

Brian - Congratulations on the quotes and all of the features in the press.

Jun 26, 2011 10:08 AM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

Congratulations. I'm sure this type of exposure is going to bring you lots of business.

Jun 26, 2011 03:56 PM
Louise Thaxton NMLS 69996
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp Louisiana NMLS#2289 Equal Housing Lender - Leesville, LA
Military Mtg Specialist - 866-960-9115 VA FHA USDA

Congratulations!  And toot your horn!  How else would we know at AR!?!

Jun 26, 2011 04:19 PM
Teresa Tedder
Carolina Realty of Wilkes Inc - Wilkesboro, NC

congratulations!!  its okay to honk if you love real estate!!!  toot away!!!

Jun 27, 2011 03:36 PM