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Being part of the largest real estate related social network has its perks; the community of ActiveRain is on top of that list. Our vast array of real estate professionals have been in the business since the beginning. Not only do they know best practices when it comes to real estate, social media, personal life and beyond but they share their insight so freely with one another. Our mantra of Connect, Share, Learn is taken to another level because of the valuable members of ActiveRain.


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Recent blogs on ActiveRain Community
By Rhonda Gustitus, Real Estate's A Dream With Rhonda Gustitus Team!
(The Rhonda Gustitus Team)
Welcome to paradise! Nestled in the heart of North Port, Florida, this fully furnished, three-bedroom, two-bath Windermere heated pool and spa home is a dream come true. From the moment you step inside this spacious 1810 square foot haven, you'll be enveloped in an atmosphere of relaxation and tranquility.The journey begins in the inviting living room, where elegant plant shelves, crown molding, and vinyl plank flooring set the stage for comfort and style. With sliding doors leading out to the pool patio, indoor and outdoor living seamlessly merge, allowing you to bask in Florida's sunshine all year round.Prepare to unleash your culinary creativity in the well-appointed kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and a generous breakfast bar perfect for whipping up delicious meals...
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By Rhonda Gustitus, Real Estate's A Dream With Rhonda Gustitus Team!
(The Rhonda Gustitus Team)
Nestled within the welcoming community of Cedar Grove at the Woodlands lies a breathtaking two-story mini-estate, boasting five bedrooms plus a den, three and a half baths, and a three-car garage. With over 3,200 square feet of living space, this home offers an abundance of room for the entire family to spread out and enjoy.Upon stepping inside, prepare to be captivated by the tranquil ambiance and stunning views of the serene lake that greet you. From almost every room, you'll be treated to the picturesque sight of the shimmering waters, instantly instilling a sense of peace and relaxation.The great room is a space of elegance, featuring nine-foot ceilings, recessed lighting, and ample windows that flood the room with natural light. Rounded corners on all interior walls add a touch of ...
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By Robb Harpster & Tera Barker, Residential real estate services in Central Ohio
(Century 21 Excellence Realty)
Nestled in the heart of the Buckeye State is a town that offers a unique blend of history, community, and quality living—Westerville, Ohio. Renowned for its charming Uptown district, highly rated schools, and bountiful outdoor activities, Westerville is not only a great place to visit but also an incredible place to call home. In this blog, we'll explore the latest housing statistics in Westerville and highlight what makes this community truly shine.Westerville Ohio Housing StatisticsWhen considering a move or investment in real estate, data is your best friend, and 'Westerville Ohio Housing Statistics' is a keyword bustling with informative insights. From housing market trends to property values, understanding the stats can help prospective homeowners and real estate enthusiasts make i...
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By Carol Williams, Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
(Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals.)
"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  Second Chance Saturday is all about giving deserving posts more exposure. If you see a deserving post that didn't get Featured, be sure to tag me in the comment section of any post, and watch for it in the next edition of Second Chance Saturday. The Power of Listening By: Lou Ludwig "As I see it..."Should I Take The First Offer On My Home? By: Karen Harrison "It's a common misconception that holding out for multiple offers will always yield a higher sale price or better terms. However..."How To Build A Real Estate Website: All the Possible Ways By: Realtyna Inc "If you look to establish or impr...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
Ready to make a move? Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of paradise. A CLEAN and MOVE IN Ready three bedroom split level home in Walnut Bluffs. This home sits across from a city park ( Maybury) and has a beautiful oversized lot! You'll love the backyard area!Join us this weekend for an exclusive open house event and explore this beautiful property in Columbus.Interested? Send us a message or give us a call:☎ 614 - 431 - 1220 | 📧 rjoe@kw.comClick the LINK to know more about the property: 
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By Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho, North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227
(Sandpoint Realty LLC)
Sandpoint Realty 'Thursday Thought' comes from someone who proved himself time in and time out. We, unfortunately, limit ourselves to our beliefs of what we can not do, rather than that of what might be possible.  Tackle a dream today! 'Experience the Difference' in working with a full time Professional Sandpoint Realty REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  Mark Don McInnesBroker - Owner208 255-6227SandpointNorthIdaho.com - North Idaho Home & Land Searches Sandpoint Realty LLC1205 Highway 2Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 
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By Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!, St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent
(Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374)
Zoom Zooming with ActiveRain Members!This month's AR Challenge is geared toward increasing the attendance of Tuesday's weekly zoom meetings. Reaching out to Michael Elliott who resides in New Jersey paid off in his attendance at the most recent call.Michael has been very active in the Q & A section, asking good questions. Was excited that he decided to join us, he is a fairly new member.  As Ambassadors, our responsibility is to help whenever possible. ActiveRain's diverse platform that has attracted hundreds of thousands of industry professionals and beyond. The guidelines are fair and the expectation is that everyone will follow them. Most do.ActiveRain cares about its members and continues to maintain the high standards it was built upon. What a fantastic gathering place! New members...
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By Buzz Mackintosh, “Experience, reliable, leadership”
(Mackintosh REALTORS)
On Tuesday, March 19th at 2 PM EST, we will recap the outcome of the private property rights saga in Frederick County Maryland during the weekly activerain Zoom call. I will also discuss the ripple effects of the successful blog series which helped sound the alarm to defeat the stringent overlay that was proposed in the Sugarloaf Treasured Landscape Management Plan. For those of you who are fans of the TV series Yellowstone, there is an analogy with this saga as well.                                  ~     ~   ~If you have not attended an AR Zoom you are welcome to join the call ---> Click HERE to ATTEND  Not a member of activerain yet? There are so many reasons to take a test drive. You will find information that will be helpful, interesting, and entertaining. If you have the passion t...
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By Ralph Magin, Miami Homes For Sale
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
WILLIAMS ISLAND MIAMI DADE FLORIDA REAL ESTATE BIGGEST SALES *As of March 14, 2024 Your Home Is a Powerful Investment in Miami-Dade FloridaIf you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention than normal to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on. Most likely, home prices and mortgage rates are coming up a lot.Here are the top two questions you need to ask yourself as you make your decision, including the data that helps cut through the noise.1. Where Do I Think Home Prices Are Heading?One reliable place you can turn to for information on home price forecasts is the Home Price Expectations Survey ...
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By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
The tulips are at its peak at Pilot Point Farms in Denton, County. After splashing through rain puddles in past weeks and knowing there is a 40% chance of rain on Thursday, March 14, 2024, I drove back to the country to see what the farmers predicted was the best time to pick tulips. I was sure to pack my camera and my wallet.  It was a beautiful sunny day. The air smelled clean and fresh. My camera and purse were next to me. I knew I was going to be extremely happy and excited as a child with her puppy to see and pick tulips!  Upon arrival there were fields of pastel tulips. As I passed through the entrance, I saw children running through the tulip rows and people picking tulips. Unlike the first day, a week or so ago, tulips were in abundance! I picked up my basket and carried it over...
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By Kathy Streib, Home Stager/Redesign
Through the Years…What a Buffet of LearningBy now you know that we had a special Zoom Call with Brad Andersohn this week. As others have said it was a reunion of sorts.  Some were early ActiveRain members…some made Tuesday their first ActiveRain call…and the rest have made the Zoom Call a weekly habit.                                                                   (From 2020)What struck me was that this Tuesday at 2 PM EST Zoom Call has been around for FOUR years!  What began during Covid from Marie Story’s request for a Zoom “Coffee” date morphed into a weekly sharing of the minds. I know that many have standing appointments on Tuesday at 2 PM EST and that there are some who “don’t do Zoom” but I have learned something from every call. For example…in 2020…~Multi-generational living ...
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By Brad Andersohn, ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
(Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp)
Is blogging on Activerain from a mobile device doable and even necessary when you’re out in the world and Mobile? My answer, yes! The fact and reality is I’m doing it right here right now. Why? To see how much effort really goes into creating a blog post quickly and efficiently while out on the road and living your life?I wanted to see how much time it took, how many resources I needed, and how quickly I could get links, images, videos, and more posted on a blog posting. I also wanted to see if there would be any hitches in my giddyup?! You know, bugs and glitches, etc. We all know mobile isn’t the same as pads, and laptops etc.I’m creating this post using an iPhone and I suddenly realize how important this could be to track my progress along with giving guidance and instructions on how...
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By Anna "Banana" Kruchten, 602-380-4886
(HomeSmart Real Estate )
We humans are well trained when it comes to doing what our dogs want.  Well, kind of and kind of not.  But - boy oh boy these guys are good at making it well known just exactly what they want  - treats of course! That got me to thinking about one of my favorite quotes......... What you think about and what you get always matches!                                                                              Esther Hicks Recently I've been working  on keeping my head on straight! And that is no joke!  About 3 weeks ago I went to new dentist and OMG I had no idea of what could go wrong. For a simple cleaning and Xrays the gal had me in that dentist chair for over 2 hours.  Think about it, 2 hours of laying kind of upside down in weird position.  I had no idea of how bad that would effect my...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
My Reflections on an Amazing ActiveRain Zoom Call on 3/12/2024In some ways this post about our Zoom call with Brad Andersohn was easy to write, but it was also a bit of a challenge.It wasn’t that the topic is all that difficult to write about, but more due to all the emotions that arise as a result of what happened yesterday on the weekly Zoom call, and my involvement with the most amazing online community around since September 2006!Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, TikTok…eat your heart out!Sorry I did not snap a photo of the meeting attendees but there’s one in Brad’s most recent post about ActiveRain.Those of you new to ActiveRain, or who don’t participate regularly, might not yet understand all this, but stick around…you won’t regret it.First of all…if you are a member, new...
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By Ritu Desai 703-625-4949, Northern Virginia,Washington DC & Maryland Realtor
(Samson Properties)
Hey there, house hunters! Let's talk about this week's housing market report and see where we're at.Last weekend, while I was busy showing homes around 12:15, something remarkable caught my eye. An open house slated for 1:00 in Ashburn, VA had already drawn a crowd of 30 eager house-hunters. Despite some wild weather, the turnout was impressive, leading to a staggering 15 offers on the property.Chatting with the realtor, we learned that the home, listed at around $150,000 above the listing price as the highest offer. It might sound intense, but here's the silver lining: I've noticed a growing inventory, especially in Northern Virginia's Fairfax County. More homes are hitting the market, offering hope to buyers.However, it's a different story in Montgomery and Loudoun counties. There, th...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
Helpful guide! Dividing vacation property after a divorce can be complex, but this blog offers practical advice for navigating this process. From understanding ownership rights to considering tax implications, these tips can help divorcing couples make informed decisions. Thanks for the insightful guidance!Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP Divorce often entails the division of assets, including vacation properties, which can be a complex and emotionally charged process. Whether it's a beachfront condo, a mountain cabin, or a lakeside retreat, deciding what to do with vacation property requires careful consideration and negotiation. So how do you split up vacation properties after a divorce? Let's find out. 1. Understand Your Legal Rights and Options Before proceeding...
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By Legal Info, Here For Your Legal Needs
Divorce often entails the division of assets, including vacation properties, which can be a complex and emotionally charged process. Whether it's a beachfront condo, a mountain cabin, or a lakeside retreat, deciding what to do with vacation property requires careful consideration and negotiation. So how do you split up vacation properties after a divorce? Let's find out.1. Understand Your Legal Rights and OptionsBefore proceeding with the division of vacation property, it's essential to understand your legal rights and options under state law.In many jurisdictions, vacation property acquired during the marriage is considered marital property and subject to equitable distribution, which means it will be divided fairly but not necessarily equally between spouses. Be sure to consult with a...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This residential property in Columbus went from just listed to under contract in a blink! It's a proof that the market is HOT! Want to achieve the same results? Let's work together to make your real estate dreams a reality. If you're ready to make a move, we're here to make it happen. MULITIPLE OFFERS RECERVED! Contact us today! ☎ 614 - 431 - 1220 | 📧 rjoe@kw.com
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
3436 Halcyon Road Stevenson 21153MLSMDBC2048248Unique Homes May Take Longer To SellThis 90-year-old farmhouse sits on 2.6 acres of beautiful Stevenson land and is looking for a new owner. With over 50 windows and four finished levels, the house features classic and timeless designs, five to six bedrooms (including two primary suites), and 3 1/2 baths. For more information on this unique homeCall Margaret Rome
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
The value and power of Activerains Real Estate Network is not measurable in my honest opinion. Your path, story, journey, and experience will be unique and custom to you, only you, and no one else.Today I had the chance to co-host a weekly Zoom session held by my dear friend Debe Maxwell on Activerain. The topic was "Why Activerain" and "What's the value and purpose of blogging?" First, let me say that the attendees and guests on this call made me realize every bit of value that has personally come from this network. I also realized how much more value can and will come from this real estate network going forward. There is no website, platform, social media app, or space quite like Activerain. More value and opportunity than any other site or location in the real estate industry. It wa...
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