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Second Chance Saturday: Week 31

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"Sometimes you deserve a second chance, not because you weren't fabulous the first time but because the timing and circumstances weren't quite right. You just got overlooked."

-Carol Williams 


We have a lot of great posts to share this week in Second Chance Saturday. Enjoy!


Networking - It's All About Who You Know And How You Treat Them  
By: Debe Maxwell
"The rules are simple and few."   

Don't Shun The Old Lady And Steal Her House  
By: Patricia Feager  
"Unless you wear her bathrobe, and walk in her slippers, just don't go there."

The Move - All Experience Is An Arch
 
By: Patricia Feager  
"A move opens up more than just the front door..."  

Don't Judge A Buyer By His Used Work Shirt  
By: Mike Cooper  
"Don't let stereotypes cause you to miss out on great clients."  

Treated Wood Joists Causing Construction Delays In Colorado  
By: Belinda Spillman  
"This is having a huge impact on the new home market in Colorado."  

Thinking outside the box when it comes to retail... b8ta  
By: Dorie Dillard
"Who says retail shopping is dead..."

Being a REALTOR® Is NOT Always About Making Money But Always About Helping People  
By: Beth Atalay  
"This wasn't a real estate transaction that resulted in a nice check but, seeing the smile in their faces and hearing the words of appreciation was priceless."  

Did You Really Have To Express That Thought?  
By: Chris Ann Cleland  
"At least we know she's honest.  If she tells you something, you better believe it."   

How To Use A Post Saved In Draft As A Template For Future Posts  
By: Sharon Tara 
When you ask a question in The Rain, you get lots of answers and sometimes a member goes above and beyond the call and makes a tutorial video. Sharon Tara rocks!  

A Cat And A Mouse  
By: Jon Zolsky   
"If there is any logic, then we should soon see..."  

Understanding Residential Appraisal Protocols & HVCC Rules  
By: Jason E. Gordon
 "Regardless of whether you are seeking an appraisal for a Conventional Loan, a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Loan, or a Veterans Administration (VA) Loan, our Government has made it clear that separation between the Lender and the Appraiser is necessary to produce a non-biased appraisal report."  


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Carol Williams

"Information is FREE.
Knowledge, Experience & Integrity Are Priceless."

- Carol Williams

Retired: Real Estate Broker/Owner, Property Manager 
Coaching, goal setting, and marketing consultant

Active: Golf & Travel Blogger
"Golf isn't a sport. It's a lifestyle."
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TopTeamCarol@gmail.com
 

Happy March !




Comments(38)

Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Hi Carol! Thank you so much for the inclusion - I'm honored to be among those on your list!

And, congratulations on the feature - well-deserved. You work hard at this each week and I hope you know how much we all appreciate you!

Aug 12, 2017 10:26 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Thanks so much for your list! By the way, Mike's link isn't working - I think the post might be gone....

Aug 13, 2017 04:00 AM
Carol Williams

Thanks Kat!  I fixed it.  

Aug 13, 2017 07:15 AM
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

Goof morning Michael Jacobs .  Always love finding new contributors to the line-up.  Thanks for checking them out.  Have a great day!

Aug 13, 2017 07:28 AM
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

Good morning Belinda Spillman .  You're welcome.  That sounds like it could be a problem affecting builders far and wide!  Thanks for stopping by and checking the posts out.  Have a great day!

Aug 13, 2017 07:30 AM
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

Good morning Nina Hollander .  Thanks.  The Features have been hit and miss with this series but two weeks in a row is awesome.  It definitely helps the authors get more exposure for their posts.  Have a great day!

Aug 13, 2017 07:31 AM
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

Good morning Dorie Dillard .  Thinking outside the box is what it takes to survive in just about any business these days.  Thanks for the post and thanks for visiting the other posts as well.  Have a great day!

Aug 13, 2017 07:32 AM
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

Good morning Sharon Tara .  You are my hero this week with that video posted in response to the Q&A section.  What a thoughtful thing to do.   Thanks for stopping by.  Have a great week.

Aug 13, 2017 07:34 AM
Sharon Tara

How sweet of you to say! Thank you!

Aug 14, 2017 07:53 AM
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

Good morning Joe Pryor .  Remember to keep Second Chance Saturday in mind as you are reading.  Send me links to those you believe are Feature worthy but don't get the traditional Feature.  Thanks for stopping by.  Have a great week. 

Aug 13, 2017 07:35 AM
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

Good morning Debe Maxwell, CRS .  You are so welcome.  It was a great post on working your network.  I love the line "The rules are simple and few".   Have a great day!

Aug 13, 2017 07:37 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Thank you, Carol! That means a lot to me. Hope you have a fantastic Sunday as well!

Aug 13, 2017 07:39 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Thanks Carol for your blog,  with me being out of town and at the Summit in Vegas I miss lots of blogs this week.

 

Aug 13, 2017 10:43 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Carol Williams, thank you so much for including one of my posts, I truly appreciate it.

Aug 14, 2017 03:53 PM
Mike Cooper, Broker VA,WV
Cornerstone Business Group Inc - Winchester, VA
Your Neighborhood Real Estate Sales Pro

Carol, thank you for including my musings in your list. It's a fun list.

Aug 14, 2017 06:44 PM
John Wiley
Fort Myers, FL
Lee County, FL, ECO Broker, GRI, SRES,GREEN,PSA

Carol, I know those you listed appreciate your giving them a second chance and I do to. There was some valuable information to be gained from them.

Aug 15, 2017 11:10 AM
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 Will Hamm .  Hope you enjoyed your week away.  

Aug 15, 2017 12:01 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

You're very welcome Beth Atalay .  It was a great post.  Money should not be our primary focus!

Aug 15, 2017 12:03 PM
Beth Atalay

I agree Carol Williams 

Aug 15, 2017 12:12 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 Mike Cooper .  You're "musings" are always spot on and insightful.  Keep 'em coming!

Aug 15, 2017 12:04 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 John Wiley .  Thank you so much for stopping by to check out these posts.  Always so much good stuff to share.  

Aug 15, 2017 12:04 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Carol Williams - well, I have a lot of catch up to do..... hopefully, soon!

Thanks for your consistency - this is one of the most popular series here in 'Rain.

Aug 15, 2017 11:27 PM
Stavrula "Sam" Crafa, RNC,GRI, CDPE, PSA
Future Home Realty - Seminole, FL
Providing the integrity and service you deserve.

Carol Williams . You got me with A Cat and A Mouse. I couldn't resist. Funny too !

Aug 18, 2017 08:16 PM