A Ray of Sunshine for you Today: The Optimist Week in Review

 

Chuck Willman posted some interesting observations about the Banks' Modus Operandi with regards to their REO's.  This is an interesting blog to read and one we should all add our own observations to:  "The First Ten Days" and other Bank Owned Property Rules of Thumb

 

Just how do you handle confrontation?   Rebecca Cole posted an intriguing article about it:         How Do You Handle Confrontation?

 

Lara O'Keefe penned an endearing tribute to her mom, who is currently helping raise a beautiful grandchild:   Growing Like a Weed!

 

Jim Valentine discusses a type loan well suited for today's foreclosed properties.  Don't miss this unique tool for bringing these deals to fruition:  Can We Buy A Bank-Owned Property In Disrepair With A New Loan?

 

Sheldon Neal -- ThatBritishAgent - Makes some wonderful points in his aptly named post:  Why am I getting so many LISTING APPOINTMENTS ? -- I thought Sellers were too afraid right now ??

 

If you only read a single blog this week, this one should be it.  Tony Toto gave us a complete recipe for success with distressed properties.  Could it really be that easy?  Short Sale Using the Option Contract

 

Chuck Willman penned a very touching post about focus, determination and loyalty, all neatly packaged as a loving tribute to a remarkable woman: his grandmother.   What Grandma Taught Me About The Superbowl

 

Just in case you missed them, Castellum Realty compiled all the fun Superbowl commercials in:  Pitssburg Steelers win Superbowl XLIII - Budweiser Frogs,parrots and your favorite 2009 Commercials!

 

Last, but not least, yours truly spent hours researching the social networking scene and posted:  Face it Tweety: Plaxo Linkedin MySpace!

 

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