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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041, Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ  (ReMax Realtec Group)

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Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I challenge when there is a need to challenge. I don't challenge any rules or comments for the sake of challenging.

May 24, 2017 06:33 AM
Rainmaker
1,844,291
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Yes & you know that is a truthful answer.

''You can't make me'' is also in there under the rubble.

May 24, 2017 09:19 AM
Rainmaker
5,005,614
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

It's all about understanding and the explanation. I don't click on links from those I don't know and now even from some I do know because it could be a scam!

May 24, 2017 07:24 AM
Rainmaker
2,220,323
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

Thank you for sharing

May 24, 2017 07:10 AM
Ambassador
2,436,099
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I'll have to pay attention to this going forward, but I think the answer is that I only want to challenge rules that make no sense to me.

If I see a sign that says "don't climb" on something that obviously looks dangerous, I have no desire to challenge the rule.

When I see something that says "don't touch this spot" I want to touch it to see why. I remember my dad telling me not to touch the top of the canvas tent when it was raining, but he never said why. And I think I probably asked and he either wouldn't respond or said "because I said so." So I touched the top of the tent. The "why" was because the rain will drip through the tent. Oh. 

So I only want to challenge rules if the reason for them isn't evident.

May 24, 2017 07:09 AM
Ambassador
3,345,091
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Yes, I do feel that I do not want to click the link because I was instructed to do so. I only challenge the things that I feel are inappropriate or not fitting for the situation.  Thankfully, I have better things to do with my time than to protest for the sake of protesting. 

May 24, 2017 08:41 AM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

I don't click, for the obvious reasons of SPAM and mischief makers, I don't challenge for the sake of challenging.  A

May 24, 2017 07:52 AM
Ambassador
5,049,058
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

It's more a matter of understanding rather than challenging, unless it makes no sense

May 24, 2017 07:17 AM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

I typically do not <click> links in Q & A. I did make an exception to that RULE this morning to read the post from a new member. It was worthwhile. 

May 24, 2017 07:11 AM
Ambassador
5,229,945
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I may 'play the devil's advocate' if I don't understand why the rule is in place or about to be inacted. However, I don't emotionally want to challenge every rule and as long as I understand the rationale for the rule, I comply without hesitation. 

As for the link question - when people post 'selfish' links (simply to get visitors to their own blog) or when they are trying to sell us something, I absolutely follow the no-link-click rule here in the Q&A section! 

BTW, loved the first-post link you shared yesterday, Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 - did you see it made the Daily email?!! That was definitely a link I was glad I followed!

May 24, 2017 07:11 AM
Ambassador
2,178,553
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

In the case of clicking links,  when I choose not to do so it is because I consider it a risk or I am not the least bit interested in what they have to say. I never click on a link I consider a risk... even it is offers something FREE.   

May 24, 2017 06:45 AM
Rainmaker
599,274
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

LOL! As a matter of fact, I typically do not click the link because most of them are using a teaser headline and then trying to get you to jump to their blog or web site. However, if they are providing a link for additional information, then I may click.

May 25, 2017 06:04 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Depends on the source and my interest level.

May 25, 2017 05:30 AM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 - I tried to click on your link and....

May 24, 2017 09:32 PM
Rainmaker
3,988,007
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

It is more about me and what I want to do at the moment and what my time constraint allows. I don't challenge something just to challenge it. I'm not made that way.

May 24, 2017 08:03 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I don't do anything I feel that needs to be challanged that I don't think needs to be challanged

May 24, 2017 05:59 PM
Rainmaker
4,936,605
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

I am  with Dorie Dillard,  I do not click on links of people I do not know

 

May 24, 2017 05:16 PM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I do no click links if I do not know who it I should from.

May 24, 2017 03:13 PM
Ambassador
2,684,009
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Subliminal obedience.

     Like the bumper sticker on the Budweiser truck that says, "Drink Responsibly".  What is the real thought being sent to your mind?   Drink!  Drink Budweiser!

May 24, 2017 01:50 PM
Ambassador
6,393,179
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Paul Harvey?

 

May 24, 2017 01:39 PM
Rainmaker
1,390,113
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

I'm very obedient and rarely challenge rules, but I also do not click on links for the rest of the story. 

May 24, 2017 01:28 PM
Rainmaker
1,052,211
Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

Not necessarily - my first thought is, "Is this the ONLY way to do this? Is there a better way? Is there a 'magickal application'?"

'Click the link' if it is from someone I don't imagine will zap me with some creepy viral crud, is subject to my mood.

May 24, 2017 11:44 AM
Rainmaker
5,216,398
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Challenge when you must. Choose carefully!

May 24, 2017 08:01 AM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

great read

May 24, 2017 06:54 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,173
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Learning to navigate the seven seas by boat keeps one from getting wet....

May 24, 2017 06:38 AM
Rainmaker
7,836,134
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I avoid clicking on links unless I have confidence in the source.

May 24, 2017 06:35 AM
Rainmaker
1,045,440
Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

I think more and more people are disengaging when they have to CLICK to do something

Dec 21, 2017 06:03 PM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I try to take a Zen like awareness.

Jun 23, 2017 12:58 PM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

No.  Most rules exist for a very good reason, such as "thou shalt not kill."  When some rules are unjust/unethical/etc. they need to be broken.

May 25, 2017 11:16 AM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

Sometimes it piques my interest - I only click if it is a known person/trusted link.  -Kasey

May 25, 2017 09:54 AM