karen lewis: Building a YouTube Channel: How to Embed a Short on my Blog! - 02/24/24 02:17 AM
Learning is a lifelong endeavor, and I am excited to be expanding my horizons by working on building my YouTube channel focused on real estate agents. It has been a fascinating journey so far, and my primary goal is to reach 500 subscribers within three months. To achieve this milestone and provide valuable content to my audience, I have outlined a few key objectives: 1. **Gain 500 subscribers**: Cultivating a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about being a successful real estate agent is a priority for me. 2. **Create better thumbnails**: Enhancing the visual appeal of my videos through … (2 comments)

karen lewis: Get to Know Dr. Karen-My 1st job & what did I learn? - 05/08/22 04:46 PM
It's been such a long time since I have had a job.  Well, let's go wayyyyyyy back.  My first job was in 1981 - five days after I graduated from high school.  I was 17 years old, and I was supposed to work there just for the summer.  I got accepted to University of Florida; but when I started making that $5.85 per hour, that's when new plans came about.  I went to work at Jackson Memorial Hospital (JMH) in Miami, FL.  Jackson Memorial Hospital is known as one of the best hospitals in the world.  I enjoyed working there but … (6 comments)

karen lewis: Under Contract in Century Village! - 08/11/20 10:57 AM
Call me today for any of your real estate needs in Century Village located in the heart of Pembroke Pines. 
Dr. Karen Lewis, Licensed Broker
Your Specialist in the Neighborhood
954-248-9149
This property is now under contract......
Introducing this beautiful unit in Century Village located in the heart of Pembroke Pines. The unit has a gorgeous view of the lake and golf course. The kitchen is large enough for a breakfast table and chairs. Another beauty is the set up of the dining and living room. They can have a separate decor or the same decor theme. All up to You. Well maintained. Much more to … (3 comments)

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karen lewis: Just Listed: Suffolk in Century Village! - 07/28/20 07:39 AM

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karen lewis: Throwback Thursday Television Show "FREE" - 05/21/20 06:35 AM
 
Throwback Thursday Television Show FREE with myself and
Robert Henderson Jr CFP with Henderson Financial Group
 
Special Guests: Destiny and Courtney Brunson
 
So many memories:
 
1. I did two television shows and was afraid of speaking in public. I am still not the greatest speaker now; but I am not afraid to speak tp millions. I learned in l ife if there is anything that I am fearful of, I must confront the issue in order to conquer.
 
2. Robert Henderson is just as funny and knowledgeable today. He is one of the greatest certified financial planners that I know.
 
3. I was just going … (2 comments)

karen lewis: Senior Living in Pembroke Pines - Century Village! - 05/14/20 06:24 AM
  
Century Villages is a well know communito for senior living in Pembroke Pines.  Every time I show properties to someone who has never been in the community are truly surprised of the way it looks, all the units, and all the benefits that it happens to its owners.  It's a world within the community.  I sold a unit back in 2006 for $52,000.00 and now the units are selling as high as $240,000.00.  Century Village is one of the well known senior communities in Pembroke Pines, Florida.  They are also located in Palm Beach county as well.
 
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karen lewis: All Battles are Not Worth Fighting! - 04/23/20 01:24 PM
 
During the 13 days of K1 Konnect Motivational sessions, one of the topics were
"Pick your Battle."
All battles are not worth fighting. If you are one of those persons who wants to fight
every battle, then this is a must listen to.
Every battle is not worth fighting because it drains you and
gives you negative energy.
 
Three topics:
 
Number one topic: For 13 days, this was a daily question.
What's your mindset level on a scale from 1 to 10? Ask yourself that question.
 
Number two topic: Pick your battles
 
1) It's not your battle
2) Is the battle worth fighting … (5 comments)

karen lewis: NAREB's Kickoff for Realtist Week! - 04/19/20 03:18 PM
When your mission is "Rise to the Challenge", the show must go on. 
Today was our kick off day.  We started it off with prayer.  We just finished our prayer and it
was inspiring.
 
We have a week's full of events that every chapter will participate.  
 
Below is a list of events that will take place with South Florida's Chapter:
 
 
If you are interested in becoming a member in South Florida, please click on the link below:
 
Join NAREB Today
 
 
Our National President:  Donnell Williams
Our Local President in South Florida:  Jeff Corriolan
Both of these leaders are doing such an amazing job. 
 
This History of NAREB:
The National … (0 comments)

karen lewis: Are you Listening to Others the Way you Listen - 04/19/20 09:28 AM
Are you considered fast or slow?  I am coinsidered a fast movement person.  My husband is consdered slow.  While I am on T, he is on C. 
 
My husband and I are totally different.  I am the bunny rabbit and he is the turtle and it used to drive me up the wall for me to speak with him in the middle of my workday especially when I am scheduled to take a call in five-minutes.  I admit we did survive; but for the last ten years, it's been a breath of fresh air.   
 
Keep in mind, I do everything fast:  Type, eat, … (2 comments)

karen lewis: A Few Nuggets to Avoid COVID-Weight Gain! - 04/19/20 08:32 AM

 
I had the opportunity to interview Mike Jones, Fitness & Nutrition Coach of One Body One
Mind Fitness and Co-Creator of Rhythm Rumble Workout.  Cheryl Jones is the Creator of
Rhythm Rumble Workout.  I am always looking for information to share with my agents
about more than just buying and selling real estate.  It's important to me as a Broker to see
my agents be the best version of themselves in their every day living. 
 
My best tip in this video is how Mike Jones tells us that we can do one exercise every 30
minutes and at the end of … (7 comments)

karen lewis: Follow-Up Is Not Obsolete - 04/10/20 09:52 AM

 
In real estate, it doesn’t matter if you are a top-producer or a none-producer, we should still
understand the importance of following up. And this doesn’t mean just following up to get
the sale, it’s doing so throughout the entire process and with everyone involved. Here are
some examples:
 
Showings: Some agents have lots of listings but no assistant. They end up getting
bombarded with calls that they cannot answer, forcing the calls to voicemail. Often those
calls are never returned, especially if they already have a contract on the property, and using
showing instruction is just a waste of time for … (1 comments)

karen lewis: How Real Estate Agents Should Handle COVID-19 - 04/09/20 03:57 PM
 
How Real Estate Agents Should Handle COVID-19
 
Though the COVID-19 (or Coronavirus) needs no introduction, each and every one of us
has been faced with trying to understand both the current and long-term impacts it will have
on our personal and professional lives. For me, I wanted to know how real estate agents
should be thinking about COVID-19 and its impact to how we do business.
 
I recently had the opportunity to interview Dr. Sidney Coupet, DO, an internal medicine
specialist from Pompano Beach, and it was a wake-up call for me on understanding how
serious this pandemic is. It’s hard to … (1 comments)

karen lewis: Day 8) Motivation for Real Estate Agents - 04/08/20 05:55 AM
 
K1 KONNECT MOTIVATION DAY 8 -
MOTIVATION FOR REAL ESTATE AGENTS


Topic Talks Today (3)
 
What is your mindset level on a scale of 1 through 10?
Motivation for real estate agents
Motivational Quotes
 
What is your mindset level on a scale of 1 through 10?
 
Most agents fail in the business because they do not have the mindset level
to win. No matter what business you enter, we need a foundation with having
the right mindset and attitude. My mindset level was an "8" this morning and I
immediately changed it to a "10." I have that choice and so do you. It's … (6 comments)

karen lewis: Joining the Board with National Association of Real Estate Brokers - 04/06/20 12:24 PM
 
January 2020, I was honored to be sworn in by Mayor Oliver Gilbert of Miami Gardens as a Board Member with National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB).  I heard of the organization prior but did not have much information to decide on joining.  I would get emails, and one day my curiosity widened to seek more information about the organization.  I admit after my research, I was quite intrigued by the history of NAREB. 
 
Here is a brief history of NAREB:  
The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) was formed July 29, 1947, making it the oldest minority trade association in America.[1] NAREB was established by … (2 comments)

karen lewis: Day 6) The true story is behind the scenes - 04/06/20 09:50 AM
 
K1 Konnect Motivational Video
Topic: Day 6) The true story is behind the scenes
That’s where it really counts. No one gets to see the blood, sweat, and tears. People just see the light that shines on stage. Most people want the easy road. Since there are so many of us on that road, it seems quite alright.
If I showed you my daily schedule, you could tell where my future is headed and vice versa.
The key to success does not come from what’s shown in the spotlight. It’s the journey that successful people go through behind the scenes.
Do not settle for mediocre if … (0 comments)

karen lewis: Let Your Light Shine thru Random Acts of Kindness! - 04/05/20 06:40 AM
 
During this season, all of us can use some positivity. We have changed our usual normal to a new normal. Some like it and most I know are frowning on it because they feel that they are on house arrest.  No matter how we feel, it's best that we learn to adapt at least for now and be in good spirit.    


Let's talk about this virtual world for me:  As a Broker, I was not doing the webinars, on-line trainings, etc.  We did our lunch and learn workshops every Wednesday at the office.  We did our buyer's consultation at … (14 comments)

karen lewis: Day 5 of K1 Konnect Motivational Webinar during COVID-19 - 04/03/20 09:22 AM
 
 
In the season that we are in, I decided to put together every morning a webinar for 13 days to help my real estate agents and any other agent to get thru this Corona Virus pandemic with a positivie mindset.  This is day 5 of our videos. This takes place Monday thru Friday at 8:00 am - 8:15 am Eastern time.  It's been a breath of fresh air for myself daily.
 
Day 5 of  K1 Konnect Motivational Webinar
For every real estate agent-it's just to empower, inspire and motivate no matter your affiliation.  
Title:  Being uncomfortable to become uncomfortable
Topics for Today
1) What is your … (1 comments)

karen lewis: That Home-Rome Lady Does It Again! - 04/02/20 05:52 AM
 
It's been over a year since I have blogged on the rain.  Every now and then I would come through and answer a question or two.  I met Margaret Rome on Active Rain.  My first call was from her was to welcome me on Active Rain.  Also, she had read one of my blogs and saw some of the comments.  I thought an agent's comment was sarcastic and I kindly replied back with a negative comment and I called the agent...Moving forward, I did end up liking the agent; and Margaret introduced me to the correct behavior in the world of … (9 comments)

karen lewis: Love my Clients! - 02/03/19 09:30 AM
 
Most times even on a bad transaction, we tend to love it when we get to the closing table.  Here is my love story on one of my transactions.  True love is not always smooth sailing.  It’s like a marriage.  We have humps and bumps but we keep going instead of throwing in the towel.  The story began...I can’t remember which one of my clients referred me to this couple.  On that gloomy rainy Monday afternoon, we sat down and met with one another.  They were first time home buyers and they had no clue of the process.  That’s why when … (6 comments)