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Success in the Rain

By
Services for Real Estate Pros with ActiveRain, Community Manager

It's that time again folks....time to dive in and read some fabulous stories from this week's highlighted members. 

I've been chipping away at some home projects that have been hanging over my head.  I've put them off too long but finally tackling these projects has visible benefits as well as a lighter feeling on my part.  Sometimes it's just easier to get 'er done and not constantly worry about them.  How many times do you brush your teeth in the morning and think of all the lingering tasks?  Or sometimes they decide to creep into your head just as you're about to fall asleep.  It's annoying and it can stop.

Whether its cleaning out your desk, getting those thank you cards out or decluttering the garage...just go for it!  You'll feel better, trust me!

If you have yet to write your own success story, I urge you to do so. Simply go to your profile page and click "edit" located next to My Profile (edit). Scroll down until you see the spot designated for your ActiveRain Success Story. Keep in mind this will not show on your AR profile but will be available to view on the ActiveRain Success Stories link located on our home page. Not only are all the cool kids doing it but you'll be awarded 500 points!!!

If you would like to view more stories please visit ActiveRain Success Stories

Kristi DeFazio Colorado Springs Real Estate 719-459-5468 (RE/MAX Advantage): Real Estate Agent in Colorado Springs, CO Kristi DeFazio (RE/MAX)
"I have had many positive things happen since joining ActiveRain. Today was the first actual closing I had as a result of my blog. I had a really super buyer call me off of a post I wrote about some condos. He didn't end up buying from those condos, instead he bought a townhome that was much nicer. He found me through my blog and we closed today. Not only did I gain a paycheck today, but a great friendship. Thanks ActiveRain! My advice to others would be to make it Hyper-Local!"

Rich Cederberg- Albuquerque Real Estate Agent (RE/MAX Finest (505) 803-5012): Real Estate Agent in Albuquerque, NM Rich Cederberg (RE/MAX)
"I've been on ActiveRain for over a year and a half, and I've experienced some of the best opportunities in my real estate career because of it. I've learned a ton about internet marketing and I've watched my website traffic go through the roof. Any Realtor looking for a strong internet presence needs to be involved here!"

 

Keith Burrhus (CMADashboard.com): Real Estate Agent in Houston, TX Keith Burrhus (CMADashboard.com)
"Several months ago I posted a reply to a fairly old question on ActiveRain. I have been contacted by some really neat people due to that post. What an interesting medium. Thanks for your good work ActiveRain!"

 

 

Nicky Dou | Century 21 Exclamation Realty (Real Estate in Northwest Arkansas): Real Estate Agent in Rogers, AR Nicky Dou (Century 21)
"I LOVE ActiveRain - I have had so many referrals from other Realtors and people that have found my "blog post" about what they were interested in - real estate or not- they related to me and we ended up doing a deal together and became friends along the way. It is awesome - every Realtor needs to be part of ActiveRain or you truly are missing out."

 

Rene Brin,A Leader in So NH and Amherst Homes (Brin Realty/Amherst NH, Bedford NH, Merrimack NH real estate): Real Estate Agent in Amherst, NH Rene Brin (Brin Realty)
"I start my day with ActiveRain. I enjoy reading the blogs by my colleagues...I embrace the positive and uplifting stories...It helps me start my day with a "bounce in my step." Sometimes I am all business and want substance and data, other times I want to read the silly stuff and I love photos all the time..."

 

K.C.  McLaughlin, Raleigh-Cary NC REALTOR (RE/MAX United): Real Estate Agent in Cary, NC K.C. McLaughlin (RE/MAX)
"After a few months on ActiveRain I became a Rainmaker and received my first lead within two weeks! The client told me that I showed up on page one of Google and was impressed with my Blog and profile. Thank you ActiveRain."
 

 

Let it Rain my friends....Let it Rain!

Posted by

Kerrie La Guardia
Community Manager
ActiveRain

   

Cindy Marchant
Keller Williams Indy NE 317-290-7775 www.marchantteam.com - Carmel, IN
"Cindy in Indy" , Realtor, Fishers Real Estate

I had a great week too!  Anna Banana closed two deals I referred to her! 

Jul 08, 2011 04:31 PM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Kerrie, Thank you for the inspiration.I love to read success stories.

Jul 08, 2011 11:26 PM
K.C. McLaughlin
RE/MAX United - Cary, NC
Realtor, e-PRO, Homes for Sale - Cary, Raleigh NC

Kerrie,

Thanks for including me in your post. I love Active Rain and have received alot of business from it. I love reading other agent's blogs and interacting with such a wonderful group of people. I have invited MANY agents to "join the rain" and they love it too!

Have a great day!

Jul 08, 2011 11:29 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Merrie Kerrie and another group of winners....whats not to like?...bravo and thank you

Jul 09, 2011 01:18 AM
Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group
Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates - Amherst, NH
Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate

Hi Kerrie, Thanks for the mention, what a nice surprise!

Jul 09, 2011 01:19 AM
FN LN
Toronto, ON

Hi Kerrie - Another great list of fabulous success stories.  Have a fantastic sunny weekend!!!

Jul 09, 2011 03:11 AM
Ann Nguyen
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Truckee, CA
Lake Tahoe Truckee Homes For Sale

Kerrie...I love reading these success stories. I admit that I am an ActiveRain addict...have to spend a couple hours everyday perusing the blogs and learning from all the generous ActiveRain bloggers :-)

Jul 09, 2011 06:28 AM
Kerrie La Guardia
ActiveRain, Community Manager - Kirkland, WA
Let it Rain!

Roberta - You should definitely check out ARU for live daily webinars on maximizing your presence here, there and everywhere!

Peggy - You go girl!

Cindy - That's fantastic!  I love hearing about it!

Jul 09, 2011 07:21 AM
Ray Waisler
Finance of America - Atlanta, GA
NMLS #6621 - Specializing in Jumbo FHA & VA

Kerrie, awesome stories. I'm still waiting for my success to post, but I'm still new.

Jul 09, 2011 07:50 AM
Eric Michael
Remerica Integrity, Realtors®, Northville, MI - Livonia, MI
Metro Detroit Real Estate Professional 734.564.1519

Kerrie, thanks for taking the time to put this together again. I always find blogs by people I've never read before. Good stuff.

Jul 09, 2011 10:10 AM
Fred Carver Real Estate Consulant
Retired BC Realtor - Victoria, BC
Accredited Real Estate Consultant

Hi Kerrie...Just do It...You will feel better. Thanks for posting in or New Group "Our Success Stories" which is intended for members to write about their Client success Selling their home or finding them a home. The Negative Press needs our Competition...Yes Also Write about your Success here Blogging with ActiveRain.

I featured your post in our New Group...thanks for posting!

Jul 09, 2011 04:13 PM
Margarita Gazivoda Kocovic
Keller Williams Realty Group - Scarsdale, NY
Realtor, Westchester NY Luxury Homes For Sale

Hi Kerrie,

This is just AWESOME!! What a way to share the Rain drops of great success!! :) 

Wish you the best and looking forward to more fun posts like this one to share with the community such great things happening! As  a newbie- its great to look towards such wondeful opportunities through our blogs.  

Here's to continued success to all and a great summer!

Regards,

 

 

 

Jul 10, 2011 03:26 AM
Dagny Eason
Dagny's Real Estate - Wilton, CT
Fairfield County CT, CDPE Homes For Sale and Condo

Yea, Kerrie!  Your positive reinforcement for all of us is always such a treat!   No matter what is going on, we always smile when we think of you!

Glad your trip was great!

Jul 10, 2011 03:42 AM
Ed Aus, Jr
Taylor Properties - Westminster, MD

I read the rain on a daily basis. It is the news of our business. I helps you to focus on things that work.

Jul 10, 2011 03:46 AM
Anonymous
kathy opatka

Thanks for the uplifting stories!  It was a great way to start my week!

Jul 10, 2011 04:56 AM
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Great stories, thanks for gathering these. I think Rich has been here longer though.

Jul 10, 2011 06:11 AM
Steven Zimmerman
Belloise Realty Tropical - New Port Richey, FL
Husband & Father, @Gulf_Harbors Resident Realtor

Kerrie, Success in the Rain - and what a better opportunity to share a story and play on words

I Live-in, Work, Play & Specialize in the Coastal Community of GULF HARBORS on Florida's Gulf of Mexico. A Family and Boaters Friendly Community that normally see the better part of 300+ days of Sun a year, however last week we had Rain, heavy rain all week. During this wet week a Buyer's Agent contacted me to show one of my Canal front Homes to a well Qualified and ready Buyer.

Considering another day of foul weather, and my Seller's carpeting, I took the opportunity to think 'outside the box'. We scheduled for the following day at Noon and I was there waiting ... with the Garage Door Open ! Not only was the Seller's Agent surprised, but what a ‘true' way to view a Home... just as if they were coming Home from a day in the Rain.

Steven Zimmerman Realtor ABR GRI / GULF HARBORS Resident, Specialist & Developer's Representative 2000-2011

Belloise Tropical Realty Steve@SteveZimmerman.com Pt # 727-534-3226 http://retaggr.com/page/StevenZimmerman

Living & Selling Florida's Waterfront Lifestyle in GULF HARBORS on the Gulf of Mexico

Jul 10, 2011 02:31 PM
Jill Sackler
Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc. 516-575-7500 - Long Beach, NY
LI South Shore Real Estate - Broker Associate

As much as I love spending time here on Activerain, I do not have a success story that I can share yet. Hopefully, this will be the year and you can bet I'll be writing it up first thing.

Jul 11, 2011 02:22 AM
Kristine Ginsberg
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager

Kerrie - just another reminder that when you work your AR blog, your AR blog works for you and there is so much success in the Rain! NIce to hear postive news and you can always find that daily on Active Rain!

Jul 11, 2011 11:31 AM
Joshua Zargari
MJ Decorators Workshop LI staging and home decorating - Lynbrook, NY
MJ Decorators Workshop

Good morning Kerrie.

Those are great success stories...

Have a nice day.

Jul 11, 2011 10:41 PM