2025 market: How to List Your Property for the Best Effect.
- 01/12/25 08:16 AM
Unlocking the Power of MLS in Real Estate
Moving on from real estate old school marketing practices, we’re now well beyond the time when we had to browse old MLS books to find our ideal homes. Today, property listing is mostly done online as it’s much more convenient. However, as a real estate agent or an owner who wants to sell their property by themselves, you should know how to properly create an online listing.
The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) emerges as an essential tool, bridging the gap between property seekers and sellers by providing a centralized database of listings. But … (1 comments)
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2025 market: 2528 E MCKELLIPS RD 131, Mesa Arizona
- 01/12/25 07:55 AM
Nice, double wide manufactured home in 55+ community BUT with board approval new owners may be under 55 but all occupants must be at least 18.
This is a 1.045 ACRE co-op community, and fees are $1200 a YEAR! That's it! It doesn't get more affordable than this! Water, sewer and trash included.
This community features an Orange and Grapefruit grove,
heated pool, shuffleboard, pool tables, pickleball, recreation building/clubhouse with events and common parking for your RV. This 2 bed 2 bath 960 sq ft home is just waiting for your personal touch.
Corner lot with 1 covered car carport/patio and an 8 x 10 … (3 comments)
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2025 market: Thank you, "Old Fart's Club"
- 01/11/25 09:26 AM
My heart is still sad upon learning of the loss of another beloved Active Rain member, Myrl Jeffcoat. Myrl was very active here in the Rain and was the founder of the Group, "Old Fart's Club". I enjoyed our exchanges and those who interacted in this group.
As I was writing a post today and went to select the groups I wanted to post in, I realized Myrl's group would be forever changed. Myrl had a great sense of humor and her creation of this group is just one example of her contributions here in the Rain.
Myrl, thank you for … (6 comments)
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2025 market: Flags At Half Mast For Respect in Prospect CT 1.09.25
- 01/10/25 04:31 AM
Flags At Half Mast For Respect in Prospect CT 1.09.25
As our nation paid its last respects to a President that was always caring and may have been in office at the wrong time, which cost him a re-election, many wish for leaders that had half his heart, or did so much.
It ws a windy day in the Northeast and as I passed the Prospect town center, a flurry was noticed.
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The burdens are huge, the noise is loud, but a peanut farmer from Georgia, left a large legacy.
Flags At Half Mast For Respect in Prospect CT … (2 comments)
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2025 market: New Perspectives on Real Estate Advertising Ideas
- 01/09/25 08:11 AM
Real estate advertising no longer means just tacking a “For Sale” sign on a lawn and hoping for the best. Today’s digital-first world demands inventive strategies that reach potential buyers wherever they’re most active, be it online searches, social feeds, or virtual events.
At the same time, there’s a need to keep content fresh and personal, so prospective clients feel a genuine connection. Tapping into your own creativity, combined with readily available online tools, can give you a real advantage. In this summary, we’ll uncover some standout ideas to help you amplify your presence, whether you’re a seasoned agent or just … (2 comments)
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2025 market: Finding the right real estate agent is the first step toward your dream home!
- 01/08/25 07:21 AM
Finding the right real estate agent is the first step toward your dream home! Did you know 43% of buyers turn to friends, neighbors, or family for referrals? 🏡 If you’re looking for someone who’s got your back and knows the market, I’d love to be your go-to! Let’s connect and make your homeownership goals a reality. Send me a message to get started! 📩✨ #thehelfpulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #helpful #refferal #a010825 #realestateagent #realtor #realestate #dreamhome #icanhelp
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2025 market: Why Canceled Debt Can Create Tax Liabilities
- 01/07/25 10:01 AM
Debt forgiveness can feel like a relief but often comes with an unexpected tax bill. The IRS treats canceled debt as taxable income, which means you may owe taxes on the forgiven amount. Understanding how this works can help you avoid surprises at tax time if you've had debt forgiven.
What Is Canceled Debt? Canceled debt occurs when a lender forgives or discharges part or all of your loan. This can happen with credit card settlements, foreclosures, loan modifications, or student loan forgiveness. The forgiven amount is considered taxable income unless it qualifies for an exception. Lenders issue Form 1099-C to … (2 comments)
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2025 market: January Challenge…Digitizing
- 01/06/25 04:50 AM
January Challenge…Digitizing
Remember when you had to plan how many pictures you took? If you went on vacation or to a special event such as a birthday party, you wanted to make sure you had enough film with you.
And you were careful of what you took a picture of because you didn’t want to waste your film!
Thank goodness for digital photos!
Looking back, it looks like my first digital photos were taken in 2000. They are all backed up in Cyberville as well as other external harddrives.
However, there are still countless photos … (2 comments)
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2025 market: Using an Excel Sheet a Plus for ActiveRain Bloggers
- 01/05/25 10:16 AM
Staying organized as a writer or a blogger has always been part of my writing DNA. As a past business writer for the Post Tribune, Sun Times and Chicago Tribune, nBiz a business journal out of Houston TX (19 years and still writing) and along with other blogging forums, I realized I needed a way to stay organize especially if I wanted to share a past article’s link.
Messes aren't my friend!
My excel sheet is similar for each forum, but is also different. Organizing my ActiveRain blogs begins with keeping each month separate though all are on the same sheet. … (2 comments)
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2025 market: Football games parties Chili Dip
- 01/04/25 10:42 AM
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 32 Yield: 4 cups 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (15 ounce) can chili without beans
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, drained
Directions In a medium, microwave safe bowl, mix cream cheese, chili without beans and diced tomatoes with green chile peppers.
Microwave cream cheese mixture on high 1 minute. Remove from microwave, stir and repeat until the mixture is hot and thoroughly blended.
Will Hamm, Hamm Homes LLC.
Aurora, Colorado
HammHomes@ymail.com
Call me at: 303-358-1147
Find me at: Facebook and HammHomes.com
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2025 market: How to Successfully Negotiate a Home Price
- 01/03/25 05:47 AM
How to Successfully Negotiate a Home Price
Negotiating the price of a home can feel like a delicate dance, but with the right approach, you can secure a deal that works for you. Here’s how to navigate the process successfully!
Negotiating a home price is an essential part of the home-buying journey. As a seasoned realtor, I’ve helped countless clients get the best deal possible. Here’s how you can effectively negotiate a home price:
Do Your Research Before entering negotiations, gather as much information as possible about the property, its value, and comparable homes in the area. This knowledge will give … (5 comments)
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2025 market: Hook ’em Horns! A Peach Bowl Thriller to Kick Off 2025!
- 01/02/25 01:50 AM
I have total respect for the Horns winning against my Sun Devils at the end. Well-done, and I am now on their support wagon to win the Title. Go Horns!! Bill
Longhorn fans, rejoice! What better way to usher in the new year than with an edge-of-your-seat 2 overtime win at the Peach Bowl? The Texas football program showed its grit and determination in a College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against Arizona State today, New Year’s Day, at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium—and let me tell you, the Longhorns weren’t just cooking peaches; they were roasting Sun Devils!
Seeded fifth in the … (4 comments)
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2025 market: Start Fresh: Your New Year Awaits!
- 01/01/25 03:19 AM
Embrace Change and Make Every Moment Count
Introduction
As we close the chapter on another year, let’s embrace this timeless reminder: "In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count—it’s the life in your years.” Every day is an opportunity to create memories, share joy, and live with purpose.
As the New Year unfolds, it's the perfect time to set intentions. This year should focus on you and your aspirations.
Reflect on the Past
Take a moment to look back. What did you learn last year? Reflecting helps you understand your growth.
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2025 market: Strategic Thinking Countdown – Got Balance? Day 5
- 12/31/24 06:20 AM
Today is New Years Eve. Many people are making those annual New Year Resolutions. However, the results of those resolutions are not good with 80% giving up by Mid February and 9-12% sticking with them until the end of the year. (Sources Various including ABC News and Baylor College of Medicine)
There are various reasons for these resolutions failure, but one that is not noted is the lack of balance. Human beings have two lives, the professional life and the personal life. When there is a lack of balance between these two wheels, the desired results are often not achieved.
Balancing … (1 comments)
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2025 market: A House Divided / May the best team-child win
- 12/30/24 05:22 AM
We have a conflict here in the Salvatore household. Our youngest, Greg- a Arizona State alum, married Erica 12 years ago- a U of Texas alum.
Tomorrow these two teams compete in the Peach bowl in Atlanta Georgia
With my wife and I living in Arizona now, we are all in with the Sun Devils.
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2025 market: Red Wine Recommendation: Black Box Merlot
- 12/30/24 04:16 AM
Red Wine Recommendation: Black Box Merlot
If you are looking for a good red wine at a reasonable price, try the Black Box Merlot. The 3L box is equivalent to four bottles of wine and the box takes up less space. It is easy to serve and your guests will enjoy it. The price at Total Wine & More is $15.99. I paid $16.99 at Shoppers and received a 10% discount. The Safeway price is $20.99.
California - Hearty plum, vanilla, and cinnamon aromas with flavors of black cherry and red berry fruit. Black Box Wines Merlot is smooth across … (4 comments)
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2025 market: President Carter
- 12/30/24 03:40 AM
I had the privilege to serve under President Carter as my Commander in Chief. Bill 75-78 US Army
the death of former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, who passed away at the age of 100. A Georgia native and a Democrat, Carter was elected president in 1976.
I remember one day in 1978 while Stationed at Fort Ritchie in Maryland (assigned to the Underground Pentagon}. We were visiting Washington DC on a day off I had. My wife, my daughter aged 18 months in a stroller. As we were crossing a street, police cars arrived, a Limousine … (9 comments)
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2025 market: Strategic Thinking Countdown – Your Financial Goals Are? Day 8
- 12/29/24 04:38 AM
This quote by Jay Samit I believe speaks to professional real estate agents
"You will always need more capital than you think, because it will always take you longer to reach profitability than you can imagine."
Unfortunately, many are led to believe being a real estate agent is a low dollar entrepreneurship. Initially that may be true. Where the rubber meets the road is that securing those first transactions, think dollars in, may take far longer than initially thought.
NAR’s research suggests that 75% of real estate agents fail within their first year and 87% fail within five years.
By having … (4 comments)
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2025 market: FOUR CALLING BIRDS - THE FOURTH DAY OF CHRISTMAS
- 12/28/24 06:05 AM
Below is an explanation of the fourth day of Christmas written by Dynamic Catholic.
The Fourth Day of Christmas: Four Calling Birds The four calling birds symbolize the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, which spread the good news of Jesus’ life and teachings.
How to celebrate the Fourth Day of Christmas: Spend 10 minutes reading from your favorite Gospel. If you aren’t sure where to start, many people recommend starting with the Gospel of John! You could also meditate on a powerful quote from one of the four Gospels.
Powerful quotes from the Gospel of Matthew: Matthew 11:28: … (1 comments)
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2025 market: PROUD GRANDPARENT'S MOMENT- Spending the Holidays with Grandchildren
- 12/27/24 10:36 AM
We had a blast with our Grandchildren this past month. From watching their school events to our time at Mount Snow Vermont. I love reading these little blurbs of having Grandchildren. A true blessing. Bill “Grandchildren are the heart’s greatest treasure. Their love fills our lives with warmth and their presence brings us endless joy.” “The love of a grandchild is pure and unconditional. It brightens our days and reminds us that the best things in life are those we hold dear.” “Grandchildren are the heartbeat of the family, their laughter echoing in our hearts. They bring joy and happiness that never … (8 comments)
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Unlocking the Power of MLS in Real Estate
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