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Maybe Next Time He'll Think Before He Cheats!

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Husband Cheats - House For SaleMaybe Next Time He'll Think Before He Cheats!  Carrie Underwood and Elle Zober have something in common... both are bold, beautiful women who offer some unconventional ways of dealing with a cheating partner.

Many of us wouldn't think of getting even with a baseball bat (although, Carrie makes it look easy and painless), but some might embrace Elle Zober's creative approach to taking El Capitan (the name she's ascribed to her cheating husband) by the horns. 

In a desperate attempt to sell the family home in Beaverton Oregon, Elle Zober created a most clever For Sale Sign (shown here) to advertise the house  fact that her cheating husband left her for Yoga Girl (the name she's ascribed to the 22-yr old woman who stole her husband).  BTW... X-Hubby approved the sign (even the part about 'Adulterers Need Not Apply') so it's all good!   

Elle Zober received national acclaim last month when her personal story went viral after appearing on Good Morning America and The View.  Now, everyone and their brother knows what her cheating husband did... Holy Moly!  Not sure if I could/would be so bold, but I give Elle kudos for being true to who she is.   Who is this woman... you might ask? 

Elle Zober refers to herself as the 'Scorned and Slightly Bitter Newly Single' woman (with a wicked sense of humor).  You can't help but empathize with her situation after reading the rest of the story on her blog www.GreatFamilyHome.com (it's fascinating real life stuff)!  I suspect there's a bright and budding future for this gal, given her funny flair for writing about all things raw and real.  Elle's creative sign certainly brings new meaning to FSBO marketing... Realtors take note!   

Maybe Next Time He'll Think Before He Cheats!

Posted by

Mel Peterson

 Melinda Peterson, ABR, CRS

 Oregon Principal Broker

 Real Estate Cafe LLC

 541-659-1620

 TheOregonDream.com

 

 

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Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner
Karen Parsons-Fiddler, Broker 949-510-2395 - Mission Viejo, CA
Orange County & Lake Arrowhead, CA (949)510-2395

Oh yes, the stupid ex-husband thing, as if there aren't a ton of these stories. But the woman come out ahead....good riddance.

Aug 01, 2012 11:09 AM
Gail Robinson
William Raveis Real Estate - Southport, CT
CRS, GRI, e-PRO Fairfield County, CT

Mel, Thank you for sharing this.  Elle is an amazing blogger.  I've subscribed to her blog just to learn from her.  She's also an amazing strong woman.  I applaud her!

Aug 01, 2012 12:36 PM
Florida Tolbert Team Keller Williams Advantage
Keller Williams Advantage III Realty in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL
Keller Williams Land Luxury Division Specialist

Mel,

Did you go after the listing?  I will since her and I have this as common ground, but you and her have common ground in your great personalities, so go for it.

Aug 01, 2012 12:58 PM
Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR
"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Well, now!!  I can just imagine our future clients asking us to put together a similar sign for THEM. What an attention-grabber (and I loved the different fonts/colors). I can't wait to watch Carrie's video (love HER) as well as check out the rest of the story...usually this kinda thing happens in Texas, OR Ohio...it seems that the boring state of Ohio seems to create fodder for many a television show or news story--never have understood that.

Aug 01, 2012 12:59 PM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

I LOL on that one... Lawrence!

At least she has a sense of humor and a clever way of dealing with things... Karen!

Kevin ~ There are several AR folks who reside in her neck of the woods who could do a great job :)

Hey Kiddo!  Hilarious stuff, huh Gayle?!  And so creative too!!!  Love the vid and the song... so true & so cute!

Aug 01, 2012 01:26 PM
Sonja Patterson
Keller Williams - BV - College Station, TX
Texas Monthly 5-Star Realtor Recipient for the Hou

Mel, that is SO SO funny.  This girl is a survivor and has probably given a good laugh to many hurting women.  A couple of years ago, my ex emailed me and asked if I would be his realtor.  "You can even keep the commission." he said.  I didn't bother to answer that email. ;)

Aug 01, 2012 01:36 PM
Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR
"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Missy, I had to come back, because well, this is fun STUFF! Carrie's video--oh YEAH, BABY. Damn she's a hotty. No one in their right mind would ever leave her.

Ok, do I checked out Elle. Interesting. I read a bit of the blog to the Yoga Bitch. (oops, I meant to say that with my inside voice). She has taken the high road by not outting her. I also think it's amazing that this guy is okay with the sign--he's not a complete poop!!

Aug 01, 2012 01:38 PM
Regina P. Brown
MBA Broker Consultants - Carlsbad, CA
M.B.A., Broker, Instructor

Yes, I'm sure he'll think first before he cheats!  I admire Elle's attitude and I'm glad that she was able to move on.  I saw her blogs and she got that talent in writing.  No wonder, her truthfulness and creativity shows in the For Sale Sign. 

Aug 01, 2012 01:48 PM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

I thought so too... Sonja!  That's why I had to have a little fun with it!  Anyone who's willing to put themselves out there like this... deserves a ballsy kudo in my book!  About your X... why didn't you take him up on keeping the commission? ;)))

Love the devilish grin in your new pic Gayle... sort of apropos for this post... hee hee!  As for hotty Carrie... I think Kris could strut circles around her... no?!  Yoga Bitch... LOL! 

Regina ~ I imagine Elle will survive... and perhaps even thrive in soaring higher than El Capitan in the end ;)))

Aug 01, 2012 01:48 PM
Laura Murray
Weichert - Silver Spring, MD
Search Montgomery Co., MD for homes www.MDRealEstateOnline.com

Love both the sign and the video.  Wonder if this creative marketing will start a trend.  The sign is definitely a eye catcher.

Aug 01, 2012 01:50 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Melinda, it's sure - BOLD and courageous to have that sign. A good blog post title attracts many comments - and a sign like this.....

Aug 01, 2012 04:42 PM
Phil Leng
Retired - Kirkland, WA
Phil Leng - Retired

Hi Mel,

Scandal. Revenge. "He done me wrong"

Its got all the elements of a Reality TV series!

Most entertaining

Phil

Aug 01, 2012 08:00 PM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

Me too... Laura!  It's a hoot!!!

Indeed... Praful.  BTW... Have I told you lately that I love your name???

Love it... Phil.  All the makings of a LOVE gone wrong ;)))

Aug 02, 2012 04:08 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Mel,

Am am not shocked at all. I think it's better than having rumors flying all over town! Rumors always make things worse so why not get it all out in writing so the whole world can see it and know the truth!

Hmmm.... not a bad idea at all!

If you want people to know the truth, put it in writing and have both parties agree! I like that : )

Aug 02, 2012 08:04 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Love it Mel. It sure figures that real and raw you would admire this gutsy gal. I do too. She's making lemonade isn't she? And what a great way to market? 

Aug 03, 2012 12:20 AM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

I was surprised that her hubby agreed to the sign... Patricia!  Just shows ya that two willing peeps can agree to disagree and move on ;)))

Thanks for outing my 'raw & real' affinity... Debb ;)))  Hee, hee!  Gotta love lemonade!!!  Nice to see ya Sweetie!  Hope you're selling lots of real estate!

Aug 03, 2012 03:14 AM
Curtis Van Carter
Better Homes & Gardens Wine Country Group - Yountville, CA
Your Napa Valley Broker Extraordinaire

Mel

All I can say is thanks for a very entertaining read. I agree the basis for this is not the happy ending story many of us would hope for but the For Sale sign speaks volumes as to the truth. Hope all else is going great for you. cheers cvc

Aug 05, 2012 02:08 AM
Charles Stallions
Charles Stallions Real Estate Services - Pensacola, FL
850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.

Sale pending enough said for sure, I am with John on this and he is probably lucky.

Aug 14, 2012 12:33 PM
Kristine Ginsberg
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager

Mel - so many cliches come to mind: where there's smoke there's fire, noting like a scorned woman...or man, oh, what tangled webs we weave...., and watch out for the nanny yoga instructor, lol. One things for sure - no man in his right mind would cheat on Carrie Underwood! See you very soon GF!

Sep 02, 2012 01:52 AM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

There are no secrets with the Internet and signs like that showing the seller's true motivation.

Sep 05, 2012 09:55 PM