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Three Brands that I Trust

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Real Estate Agent with Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales 3090099

Three Brands that I Trust

Ron and Alexandra Seigel have sponsored a contest for this month asking us for three brands that we trust.  This may be an easy contest for many of you, but I am finding this a very difficult one because I have a very skeptical nature.  Brands that I trusted in the past, I no longer trust today and I know that brands that I like in the present environment, I don’t really trust all that much.

So here are three brands that I currently feel good about and presently trust, but ask me again in a few months and my answers may be completely different.

Tesla

Tesla

My car purchase last year of a Tesla Model S has been a very pleasant one.  This is by far the most expensive car that I’ve ever owned, but it is also a unique experience with first class service as well as an ongoing relationship with the company as they continue to keep the car updated with software updates at regular intervals.  Contacting customer support is easy and they are very responsive, so they are definitely in my trusted list at this time.

Publix Supermarkets

Publix

In Florida, all the Publix supermarkets in my area have an excellent selection of staples for our pantry and have an excellent staff that is friendly, courteous and easy to deal with.  They have good prices and I can trust the quality of their offerings.

Zappos

Zappos

I’m not a big fan of buying clothes and shoes on-line since I hate to go through the hassle of returning items that don’t fit correctly.  I am definitely from the old school where I like to try things on to see how I like them.  That all changed a few years ago when my wife convinced me to order a pair of shoes from Zappos.  They have a great selection at excellent prices.  Easy sizing and a no cost return/exchange policy.  Zappos has an easy to contact customer service department as well as an excellent follow up program. 

 

Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Gabe

I have to agree - there are some brands I used to trust but no longer do. I can't comment about Tesla although I know some owners and they have all raved. I haven't used Zappos either and I, too, like to touch and feel first but I might have to give them a shot! Especially with your recommendation!

Jeff

Mar 29, 2017 02:07 PM
Shahar Hillel
Encino, CA
Mortgage Consultant, Loan Officer.

Gabe hello.
You picked great brands with sustainable qualities. Also I think Tesla will probably become even more popular in the future.

Mar 29, 2017 02:08 PM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Gabe, Good selections of brands in your post. I have not used Zappos yet but I think I need to check them out. 

Mar 29, 2017 02:12 PM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

I forgot to say you are a very brave man to oublish todays joke!! 

Mar 29, 2017 02:13 PM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Gabe,

I was hoping you would bring up Tesla.  Our best friend is in heaven with his Tesla, and we even went and test drove one...They are beautiful, and my favorite part was how it got out of a tight parking place all by itself.  I have seen Publix Markets on several trips to Florida while working with clients there!  We ate out.  I just ordered shooes from Zappos today for an upcoming trip...love their service.  I enjoyed reading your post.

Thank you for your entry in our challenge, and please be sure to add a link to our original post.  A

Mar 29, 2017 03:46 PM
Gabe Sanders

Thanks Alexandra.  I posted the link.  I hope you enjoy your Zappos shoes.

Mar 30, 2017 05:06 AM
MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900
Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA
Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

Fun to see the brands people have a relationship with or are partial to. Thanks for sharing your experiences with Tesla, Publix, & Zappos.com!

Mar 29, 2017 05:25 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Gabe- I had a feeling Tesla would be on your list!!! I've never been in one much less driven one but I do like the looks of them.  Just received my first item from Zappos and not a week goes by without a trip to Publix. 

Mar 29, 2017 07:08 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

This is such a great contest that Ron and Alexandra Seigel  created, we were introduced to many trusted brands and some we never knew about or would have considered....Gabe you are the second person that mentioned Zappos of the various posts I have read....Endre

Mar 29, 2017 07:18 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

For the 3 weeks that we just traveled through the South East, we found Publix to be a great store with so may great items in their deli and bakery depts.

Mar 29, 2017 08:13 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, Gabe, for sharing your interesting selection of trusted brands.

 

Mar 30, 2017 01:33 PM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Tesla is my dream car, nice! :) but no experience with two others. 

Mar 30, 2017 04:52 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I like your brand choices and am always pleased with whaaht I find at Publix. They have great customer service and clean stores. My daughters love Zappos.

Mar 31, 2017 03:15 PM
Melissa Jackson REALTOR
Trinity Premier Properties - Azle, TX
Helping You Make The Right Move

Never heard of Zappos. Think it's a service we could definitely discover.  Don't have Publix in my area.   

Mar 31, 2017 11:49 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Gabe,
I have a friend with a Tesla.  She calls it Mr. T.   She loves it!  

Apr 01, 2017 05:38 AM
John Slocum
Premiere Property Group, LLC - Vancouver Washington - Vancouver, WA
Broker, SFR - Vancouver WA Real Estate

Hi Gabe, sounds like the Tesla is a great ride, with great customer service as well.  As for Zappos - they're legendary in a great way.  Great post!  John and Kat

Apr 05, 2017 09:14 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to read my post.

Apr 11, 2017 07:53 AM