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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
My 2024 Vision - A Canvas of Possibilities Welcome to my “canvas of possibilities,” my vision board encapsulating my dreams, aspirations and intentions for 2024. On a personal level, it's a mosaic of joy, health, and connections, where dreams of travel, family and cherished moments with loved ones take visual form. I envision a year where community and connections are at the heart of everything I do. I’m also keenly aware that both my personal and my business worlds collide in much of what I do. Many (most, in fact) of my clients are friends and family or are referrals from them so, we always seem to have something strong to connect us from the very beginning. My quarterly client appreciation events will continue as I add at least one event being a collaborative event with the Humane So...
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By Liz and Bill Spear, Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs
(Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com)
Our area can get a bit drab during the Winter months when there isn't snowy decorations, so I enjoy seeing the early shoots of daffodils appearing and then our first flowers to bloom, our snowdrops.Snowdrops aren't big flowers, just a handful of inches tall, but they can handle the cold, so snow can come and go and they'll still be there with delicate blooms opening as the temps warm.Snapping a picture of them to share offers options, and perspective matters.  If I stand nearby, the distance is such that I'll mostly have little flower dots and not much detail.  Shoot from straight above and a different look, or you can do what I did to get the shot, lay flat and point my camera upwards to capture details.A change in perspective is all that was needed to gain an aspect of the flowers tha...
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By Tim L. Ramey
(RG Realty Group)
Good afternoon and hello there again.  Hope this email finds you doing well and had a wonderful weekend.  Wanted to share Tim's Time Outs. RIGHT HERE AND NOW: If you wish to have it done, BEGIN to do it now.  If you wish to experience life, then fully live it today.  The future is NOT certain and the past is out of reach.  NOW is where your possibilities dwell, and NOW is when you must live them.  Don't waste your wish on what might never be, or long for what is finished.  Invest your energy in the magnificent life that is right here and now.  Yes, by all means work toward a meaningful purpose...and as you do, find richness and joy in the portion of the journey that is happening now.  Everything that is, is now, and it is more than enough.  Let go of any sense of lack or need, and open ...
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By Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho, North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227
(Sandpoint Realty LLC)
Sandpoint Realty 'Monday Motivation' is simple and to the point.While not everyone cared for Mr. Brady, aka 'the iceman', his achievements speak for themselves.  And I very much believe this simple statement can apply to anything in life.  Looking for a REALTOR® who knows the importance of being prepared.  Contact me, I would like to introduce myself and Sandpoint Realty. '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 Kat Palmiotti, Helping your Montana dreams take root
(eXp Commercial, Referral Divison)
Did you know ActiveRain has a Zoom call every Tuesday at 2pm EST, 11am PST, 12pm MST and we’ve been doing it every week for the last four years?   Were you aware that we invite speakers each week to fill us in on many different topics? If not, it’s all true!   Here are just a few of the topics we’ve covered in the last year: State of Mortgages - 2023 Creating Longevity in Real Estate Saratoga Springs NY Architectural History NAR Update Real Estate Appraisals: Fact, Fiction & Future What Effect Does AI have on Real Estate Stories of a Mobile Notary Working With Hoarders Feng Shui Community Facebook Pages Tech Smorgasbord Knowing When or if to retire from Real Estate So how does this relate to this month’s challenge?   Simple:   If you have never attended one of the ActiveRain Zoom calls...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
How often do we think of Monday or any day as “It’s Just Another Day?” Paul McCartney and Linda McCartney wrote these lyrics, Another Day, which Paul sang.The meaning of this song by the songwriters is about the drudgery and sadness of a single women’s life.Yet these four words, “It’s Just Another Day,”  are relevant to most of us because that day could be Monday or any other day of the week. How we approach just another day is 100% in our control."When life gives you Monday, dip it in glitter and sparkle all days."Ella Woodward"Creativity is a  highfalutin word for the work I have to do between now and Tuesday." Ray Kroc"When people refer to ‘Back in the Day,’ it was a Wednesday. Just a little fun fact for you." Dane Cook"This must be Thursday. I never could get the hang of Thursdays."...
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By R. Michael Brown, Communication that increases sales!
(R. Michael Brown LLC Digital Marketing & Public Relations)
By R. Michael BrownMy 'Hood' is getting a makeover!The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) approved an agreement to participate in a TV show’s makeover of the downtown Circle Park Drive area with the network proposing to spend about $1 million and the CRA pitching in $1.35 million.Show hosts Erin and Ben Napier of Home Town Takeover has been renewed for season 3, and they will be taking their renovation expertise to Sebring. Their original and still running show is Home Town, which has eight seasons on HGTV, starting in 2016.“Home Town Takeover” previously stopped in Wetumpka, Ala. in Season 1 and Fort Morgan, Colo. in Season 2.See All the News & Other Media About Sebring's Hometown Makeover as it Unfolds [R. Michael Brown]
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By Nancy Braun, Professional Service, Personally Delivered
(Showcase Realty LLC)
Living in Uptown Charlotte offers residents a distinctive urban lifestyle that seamlessly blends modern convenience with nature's tranquility. While the bustling streets and towering skyscrapers may seem like an unlikely setting for embracing nature, Uptown Charlotte surprises with its abundance of green spaces, parks, and outdoor amenities. Here's how residing in Uptown Charlotte can help you reconnect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors: Romare Bearden Park:Nestled in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Romare Bearden Park is a lush urban oasis that offers a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle. With its sprawling green lawns, meandering walking paths, and tranquil water features, the park provides the perfect setting for picnics, strolls, and outdoor relaxation. The Greenw...
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By Bob Crane, Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671
(Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified)
On the Road, Week 1 Little Rock to New MexicoBeen enjoying working from the road for a little over a week, expecting warmer weather, however okay with the cool temperatures along the way.First stop was in Little Rock Arkansas for a Foresters Conference with the Association of Consulting Foresters.  Always a joy to hang out with the best of the best in Forestry.Also enjoyed a visit to the Clinton Library while in town, surprisingly several other colleagues spent their Sunday afternoon there too.Then I drove across Oklahoma and Texas over the next few days, enjoying the scenery and the cool weather. And a few stops to learn about Texas windmills, The World’s Largest Cross, and Route 66.Finally arriving in New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment, and a favorite place from  my early career with...
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By Ron Trzcinski, 410-935-5844
(410-935-5844 Office)
No ReplyI tried to contact a listing agent about a property that the agent had listed for rent.First I texted, then I emailed, and then I called and left a message.  No reply.  Similar to the instructions on a bottle of shampoo, I then repeated the process.  No reply.Later that day, I saw a little boy who told me that he sees dead people and that they don't know that they are dead.Suddenly, as if my life was passing before my eyes, I remembered:the time that a seller for a listing of mine did not show up to settlement;the time that I made an appointment to show a prospective buyer one of my listings, but they did not show up;the time that a lead service sent me a lead, with whom I could never make contact;the time that I left a decent tip on my credit card at a restaurant and noticed th...
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On February 22, 2024, National Association of Realtors® (NAR) reported that nationwide regional existing home sales in the Northeast same as 0.0% in January of 2024 to an annual rate 480,000 homes from December of 2023, but decreased 5.9% from January of 2023. The median price in the Northeast was $434,300 in January 2023, rose 10.1% from January of 2023.Home sales in the Midwest higher 2.2% in January of 2024 to an annual rate 950,000 homes from December of 2023, but lower 3.1% from January of 2023. The median price in the Midwest was $271,100 in January of 2024, jumped 7.6% from January of 2023.Home sales in the South gained 4.0% in January of 2024 to an annual rate 1,84 million homes from December of 2024, but dropped 1.6% from January of 2024. The median price in the South was $345,...
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By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
LIFE IS SHORTBREAK YOUR SILLY EGOSFORGIVE QUICKLYBELIEVE SLOWLYLAUGH LOUDLY & NEVERAVOID ANYTHING THAT MAKES YOU SMILE ************************************************************Sunday Quotes"One filled with joy preaches without preaching."---Mother Teresa"Remember, this time will not come again in you're life! So, avoid fights and anger and spreadhappiness and compassion wherever you go."---Dalai Lama"You have power over your mind not outside eventsRealize this and you will have strength."---Marcus Aurelius"When faced with impossible odds, true leaders find a way to defy fate."---Cleopatra May you have Sunny Sunday Smiles, good health, patience, and forgiveness in your heart. Poem annonymous. Photos stock/Ribbet.
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By Stephen Fells, Marketing, Technology, Fun and News!
(AgencyLogic)
One ton of circuit boards contains about 100 times more gold than a ton of ore mined from the ground. Now, scrappers like Wade Cawley in Sydney, Australia, are cashing in. In the following video, from Business Insider, we see how he has partnered with Mint Innovation, a company that uses microbes to recover precious metals from electronics. In a single day, Mint can salvage up to $85,000 of gold in their new recycling facility. 
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 "How much work should one do before selling? It depends on who you ask. You could start with fresh paint, maybe some new carpet, or replace a bathroom vanity, which may lead to doing even more. While we're at it, let's ______, you fill in the blank. What is your budget and timeline for the project? Do you have the right advisors and contractors? They may suggest additional items.It's important to remember these four expensive words, 'while we're at it.'  Undertaking an update/remodel can be overwhelming.. You may start with a simple project, but one thing can quickly lead to another. Here are those words again; let's update the kitchen while we're at it.  Do you love watching TV shows about home renovation? While it may seem like everything is done in just twenty minutes, the reality i...
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By Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho, North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227
(Sandpoint Realty LLC)
Sandpoint Realty 'Friday Flag' is a bit more real time today.Selkirk Association of Realtors' Broker Meeting, at Tango Cafe in Columbia Bank Building today addressed updates to NAR Litigations, along with business as usual (business as usual most likely never being the same again) as we move forward.Always good to see 'Ole Glory' no matter where she is flown.  Today we were reminded the whole meeting, with our USA Flag, of the great country with which we live and work.   '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 Scott Seaton Jr. SLS Home Insp, The Home Inspector With a Heart!
(SLS Home Inspections-Kankakee Will Iroquois Grundy Counties)
Dream to reality board.     This is the 2024 dream to reality board that has been years in the making. My wife turned 65 on December 30, 2023 and has been a dedicated server in the local school district food service program for the 23 years. There have been 3 different companies running the program all those years and she has been looking forward to the end of this school year and hanging up her apron for the last time. My business is going to be changing owners if everything works out for both parties. My employee wants to buy the company and I would be a part-time marketing rep continuing to visit realtor offices and attend association meetings and lunch and learn events, chamber of commerce and charity events. This will hopefully be able to be set in place by June 2024, same time as ...
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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. 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.com Click this LINK to know more about the property.  
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By Frank Worrell, Turning BPOs Into Six-Figure Incomes
(BPOS FOR LIFE LLC)
In the competitive Broker Price Opinion (BPO) market, especially in bustling, large markets, three core principles can significantly elevate your standing and success rate: producing high-quality reports, maintaining impeccable communication, and never missing a deadline. These practices not only enhance your reputation but also increase your score with BPO companies, granting you first dibs on incoming orders. Let's delve into how prioritizing these aspects can transform your BPO career.Prioritize High-Quality ReportsThe cornerstone of a successful BPO agent is the unwavering commitment to quality. High-quality reports are detailed, accurate, and provide a comprehensive analysis that meets and exceeds the BPO company's expectations. Here's how to ensure your reports stand out:- **Thoro...
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By Frank Worrell, Turning BPOs Into Six-Figure Incomes
(BPOS FOR LIFE LLC)
For real estate professionals venturing into the Broker Price Opinion (BPO) landscape, the allure of bustling city markets often overshadows the quieter, small housing markets. Yet, it's within these compact communities where unique opportunities lie, especially for those ready to navigate the market's size with savvy strategies and a personal touch.Understanding Market Size and MLS LimitationsIn small housing markets, the most significant hurdle for BPO agents isn't the lack of demand but the limitations set by MLS (Multiple Listing Service) coverage. MLS databases are the lifeline for BPO agents, providing crucial data for accurate valuations. However, in smaller markets, these databases may have limited reach, making it challenging to gather comprehensive data for areas just beyond t...
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By Ralph Magin, Miami Homes For Sale
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
NORTH MIAMI BEACH MIAMI DADE REAL ESTATE BIGGEST SALES *As of February 23, 2024WE HAVE THE KEY TO YOUR DREAM HOME. CHECK OUT REAL ESTATE PROPERTIES FOR SALE IN NORTH MIAMI BEACH . Call now for real estate inquiries! 305-741-2142 or visit www.ralphmagin.com #RealEstateMiami #SouthFloridaRealEstate #RealEstateNorthMiamiBeach #NorthMiamiBeachRealEstate #MiamiRealEstate #RealEstate #Realtor #houseexpert #househunting #home #RealEstateAgent #RealEstateBroker #RealEstateExpert #RealEstateForSale #Realty #Broker #HomeForSale #HouseForSale #PropertyForSale #HomeForSaleMiami #HomeForSaleSouthFlorida    4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring in Miami-Dade Florida A mud-remediation plan. That’s No. 1 on this short list. That dark time when winter just won't go is like that friend who c...
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