Frank's Blog

Laurie and I have just completed an investment training program based on the teachings of Robert Kiyosaki and have been certified as Real Estate Cash Flow Educators. R.E.C.F.E. Our goal is to begin teaching clients how, by investing in Real Estate they can become rich. We will be teaching them ho...

The number of senior citizens that will rely on family members for their care is expected to rise from 25 million in 200 to 71 million in 2030. If your parents will be spending their twilight years at your home, there are some improvements that can be made that will make life easier for them, and...

Give Your Old Bathroom a New Shine. Remodeling an old bathroom is always a good idea-and it costs much less than updating a kitchen. Last year, this popular project typically included installing a new bathtub, toilet and vanity counter with a double sink, plus a recessed medicine cabinet, ceramic...

1. Customer Service Orientated : Excel at making your clients feel appreciated.2. Be Pro-Active with solutions :Persevere regardless of how large the obstacle3. Systems :Be organized4. Listen: God gave you 2 ears for a reason.5. Learn: Something new everyday6. Business Plan: Create a business pla...

Check out this site to see if your state is safeguarding any money for you. It is known as The National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators. Also known as NAUPA. You can visit this site enter your state type a little info and poof you can find out if the State owes you money. It's fr...

In 2003 we began holding a client appreciation get-together. Our first one was at an Orchard called Eckert's in nearby Millstatdt, ILL. What a blast! We reserved a bonfire site bought a bunch of hot dogs, coffee, lemonade, and treats. Plus a personalized Halloween Trick or Treat for the kids. Eck...

Once we have a listing appointment we send out an informational package that is delivered to the potential client. It is usually a kitchen colander that contains a nice candle that has our team name on it, a spiral bound introduction to our team with pictures, job descriptions and properties hand...

After being with the RE/MAX family for 5 years we finally went to our first conference last year in Las Vegas. What an eye opening experience. I think I learned more in those 4 days than I had in the previous five years. I meet RE/MAX agents from all over the world. Visited with agents earning 1 ...

Make Over Your Kitchen-Sensibly. You can't go wrong renovating an outdated kitchen-especially if you resist the temptation to splurge on pricey items like hand-painted tiles and built-in cappuccino makers. Focus on the basics: refacing existing cabinets; installing a new wall oven, cooktop and si...

You can't go wrong renovating an outdated kitchen-especially if you resist the temptation to splurge on pricey items like hand-painted tiles and built-in cappuccino makers. Focus on the basics: refacing existing cabinets; installing a new wall oven, cooktop and sink; putting in new wallpaper and ...