Mary J. Pichardo

I Just Read A Blog That Made Me Go On A Rant!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 07:33:46 -0800

I was just reading a blog that made me go on a Rant! http://activerain.com/blogsview/399668/Buyer-Representation-Agreement-DonIt was about how one agent went to the trouble to help a perspective client find a home only to have them use another agent to close the deal. This is a really sore subject for me. This just happened to me also. I would think that as a professional they could be a little more considerate to other agents. Obviously that agent that closed the deal was not a member of the Active Rain Community! We refer and pay referral fees. We compensate other agents for their hard work. The client in this case had this agents information the closing agent could have and should have sent some type of compensation to her. After all Gas Is EXPENSIVE! Her time is valuable also Just as all of ours is! (Rant Over) Everyone look at her story. comment on it tell her how this makes you feel!Everyone Please get a Buyers agreement signed so do not have to experience this eitherhttp://activerain.com/blogsview/399668/Buyer-Representation-Agreement-DonThank You Have a great Day

6 basic Reasons to use a Real Estate Professional to sale your home!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:41:40 -0800

Here are some reasons to use a Real Estate Professional.1. They Know the Market in Your area2. They are more familiar with how to market your home to your best advantage.3. R. E. Professionals have more experience in home sales.4. Did I mention the paperwork?5. Hiring an R.E. Professional can save you a lot of stress, 6. Gives you peace of mind You do not have to worry about What services to pick, IE: Title Insurance, Escrow Officer, Lender, Most Professionals Have the contacts and experiance and can help you through all the details. You do not have to worry about it.

Fed Signals Rate Cut

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 07:05:27 -0800

With all the bad news over the economy it is more bad news. Today the fed just signaled another rate cut. is this bad or is this good what do you think? Comment and let me Check out this link know http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_bi_ge/bernanke_congress_69 . More bad news about he economy. Is this good news in the market? Lets see what happens. What do you think about this. Don't forget to comment and let me know. once again the link is Your feedback is welcomed and appreciated. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_bi_ge/bernanke_congress_69 Here is another link to the story. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23364005/ This is the msn version.Bye for now.

Mira Loma Come on, Don't hit the snooze button!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 05:43:11 -0800

This may be a small town, however, Don't hit the snooze button. If you want a great place to raise your kids in a family friendly neighborhood, Check it out. Thats all I am Saying. Is your job transferring you to Southern California? Are you tired of all the big city hustle and bustle? Have you always wanted to own horse property? Nows the time to check it out. I have lived here for 18 years now I am raising my children here. They are gifted the school takes care of them. They Have received awards in Reading , Math , Science, And have received Honor Roll Since 3rd grade (when it starts) They are (5 & 8th) My Son Even received an award in 6th grade for Academic Excellence signed by the Secretary of Education and the President of the United States. I am a proud Parent. They have an appreciation for all living things I Believe some of it the small town atmosphere we live in. So if it a small town you are looking for in So. California, give us a look http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=10517 Bye for now.

Buyers Market!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 04:15:13 -0800

I wonder if any of you seasoned professionals can give me a few good pointers on finding the buyers. They seem to be hiding in my neighborhood. I am all over the net, I drive around town with magnets on my car(drivers side, passenger side, even the tailgate). I network, My signs have my name and my Cell number only. Where are they? Where did they all go? How can I go about finding a good qualified Buyer?. What are some of your best Ideas? (If you don't mind sharing!)I have been selling Real Estate for 3 Years, as of late I am finding it harder to come up with new ideas. I bet It would help out a lot of us right now to read some different ideas.

Blog Blog Blog!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 03:39:33 -0800

Sometimes when I am trying to think of what to blog about next I stop and think Blog Blog Blog! What do I blog about today. Do I have anything useful to say today? Why bother! Then I think maybe I can think of a funny story I heard or some great information I heard (must verify first), How about a hometown event? Some times I feel like I am just Rambling in the ears of others. But I find that when I do ask questions I get answers (imagine that)! You will never know if someone is going to read your blog unless you write one thus I did. I hope some out there reads this.(please I worked so hard)! I wonder if I am the only one that feels this way? Hummmmm! Well bye for now Have a great Day!

Comments For Points?

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 04:16:09 -0800

I don't know about all of you, I like to comment on others blogs. Not for points (of course that is a plus), Rather Because I enjoyed their blog, or learned something new, or simply liked the catchy title. I comment even if I reached my 10 for the day. I like the idea of networking, it helps us learn for more seasoned pros and we can help newbies, or others who may not have experienced something we have in the past. That is why I comment on blogs why do you comment? Is it just for points, or is it for the Great information from those other pros out there. I have been doing this for a really short time (blogging) Writing and commenting on blogs are of great benefit. Please do not miss the point. Bye for now and happy blogging!

International Festival in Mira Loma!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 03:28:16 -0800

Well today I am blogging about Sky Country Elementary School in Mira Loma. On Saturday March 8, 2008 the School Will Be having their annual Sky Country International Festival. It is a really fun Community Event. Each class is represents a Different Country. There is Food, Games, Raffle all proceeds go directly for school use IE: Field trips and supplies for the Children. It is a win-win situation. The Children in the community love and look forward to it every year. You do not have to have a child registered at the school to go. Parents and their children, Uncles Aunts. Grandparents., Fun is to be had by all! See you at the Festival!

How do you disable comments from your emails? Help!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 02:34:23 -0800

Hello everyone I was just wondering if I can get tips on disabling emails when comments are made on my blogs? Is there a way? I just keep getting the replies like normal, however the are sent to my email in-box also. I am getting comments twice. It kind of clogs up the in-box. Thanks in advance! Mary Pichardo Adobe Country Realty Mira Loma California

Free Computer training at the Library!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:06:21 -0800

In theJurupa community our Library is now offering Free computer training, Starting with the most basic of basic information for the newest of newbies on up. We have a great Library system is Riverside County California. First they had and still have story time for different age groups then they added a bi-lingual story time for children. The have an adult literacy program, Free Karate And now Free Computer Class for newbies on up. Congratulations to them for a Job Well Done!

Today in Mira Loma The forecast Calls For Blue Skies!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 05:32:17 -0800

The place, Mira Loma California, 11:21 Am. When I woke up this morning it was cold and Dark. As the morning progressed the Sun came over the horizon Bright and beautifull. Today the rain is no more, The sky is a beautiful shade of blue. The air is clear. You see clear skies as far as the eye can see. You can see Snow on the Mountains in the distance. Spring is in the air. Here in so Ca our rain totals are over 13" compare it to last year just under 3" for the year. Taking my Children to school I see people riding their horses to the arena. Some were out working in their yards. If you like small towns You will likeMira Loma. Friendly People eager to say Hello when passing you on the street.

Soggy in Mira Loma, Ca

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 11:05:43 -0800

Hello everyone, Here is the Mira Loma update for Sunday February 24th. Well It is rainy as it has been pretty much all week. But it really is a welcome site. We needed it. It does not stop the people of Mira Loma. Last night I Stopped by the Grand opening of Ono Hawaiian BBQ. The place was buzzing. So was the Denny's Del Taco and the Carl's Jr in the shopping center. Like I mentioned before we have all the regular food & shopping of larger towns. Lowe's, Ross, Michael's, & Bevmo all had customers also, not to mention Starbaucks. A few more Homes went on the market This weekend. All and all a nice weekend to be in Mira Loma, California. Bye until next time.

HELLO FROM MIRA LOMA CALIFORNIA!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 10:24:09 -0800

Hello everyone. Our town is today is a little wet. It has rained all day. It is nice. Today one of my fellow agents joined in the Rain(AR). So lets give her a big warm welcome. Diane Stone.Here is her link. http://activerain.com/dianesbuys She is a great person that will be an asset to the AR. Back to our town. The sun has actually come out right now and it sure looks beautiful. I bet the sunset will be one of those beautiful ones. Can't wait to see. Wish you all were here. Well thats it for now. we will talk again real soon. bye for now!

I JUST GOOGLED MYSELF. "WOW"

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 04:17:03 -0800

I just went and did a google search on myself and WOW! Before when I would I could never find anything. Today I did it and I came up on AR first, not to mention point2agent under Adobe country realtyand so on. Wow and Thank You to the powers that be. Active Rain is GREAT! I even was directed to my website. This is very different then I am used to. As a blogging newbie and being new to AR (only just over a week) I am very happy with the results so far!

Mira Loma California

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 13:38:56 -0800

I got this Idea from another member to the AR. Everyday I will blog a little about the community I live in. Mira Loma is a small town in Western Riverside County So. California. It is a very nice place to live. People here are for the most part very nice. We have a lot of horse Properties here. Everyone loves their animals here. People have chickens, goats, sheep, cows, horses and such. It really is great a place for kids to grow up. We also have the newer area that is not so animal friendly. New communities. We have a lot of the major shopping of larger cities, without the city title. It keeps it rural. I enjoy referrals if you know anyone wanting to live in such a community. Mira Loma, California, Got to Love it!

Blogging Ideas?

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 11:17:55 -0800

I like bloging a lot but I do not always know what topics to pick, or what questions to ask. The help I get by reading other blogs is really great I have learned quite a bit in such a short time, I have been a member for just over a week. It is unbelievable to me. I can not always find things to blog about. Any sugestions or groups I can join with Ideas? Let me know Please. I am new to the whole blogging thing.

I joined this group the other day. WOW!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 08:44:26 -0800

The other day I joined the group more referrals! tips & strategies. WOW! The information I have found and been able to use! If you are not already a member you should join or at least check it out. Free advertising sites answers to many of my questions. I have been an active rain member for a very short time and I have found some great tips all over the site. This group is really helpful Check them out! Love this group!

THANKS TO ALL FOR YOUR COMMENTS!!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 08:18:57 -0800

I just wanted to take the time to say thank you to all of you that committed on my last BLOG. I am still trying to figure it all out. TO your suggestions did help me look at other things. I logged off and re-logged back in. There were some differences, however, I am still not getting all the points. I will contact ACTIVE RAIN for more answers. Thanks once again for the support and ideas.

Beautiful Home in sunny Coachella, CA

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 06:49:00 -0800

This is a Georgous New Two Story Home on a 7,405 Sqft Corner Lot. 5 Bedroom and 3 Bathrooms. The Homes Sqft is 2,375. This home is located in the only gated community in Coachella.Features Beautiful Granite Countertops in Kitchen. It has 2 Air Conditioners one up &one Downstairs.It has a 3 car tandem garage. the third car area can be converted back to a 6th bedroom. Home has only been occupied since Jully 2007. Everything is New! The Washer, Deyer, Refridgerator, and the lawn equipt is all included in the sale. This is a Short Sale! Make an offer!

Free Karate at the Library!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 04:18:51 -0800

In the Jurupa Community Our local Library here is doing some thing great! They have a Karate class that is free to the Public. The ages are 11 years to Adult. Anyone can join. The lessons are free to members. What they are expected to do is Read books and turn in book reports bi-monthly. This generates a lot of reading as the class is growing in numbers. There is a cost of $20.00 for purchasing of the GI And if you want to test for the next belt a $30.00 dollar annual fee to the assoc. If you take into consideration of how much this would cost you to take lessons, this is really great! They test every 12 weeks for the next belt. Every 12 weeks new member are invitedto join. The new class just began and yes there were new members. This is a great way to get people reading! This is one other way this Community Shines!

Greetings from Sunny so. California!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:32:41 -0800

I just Wanted to tell everyone here to have a great and Safe 3 day weekend. Don't work to hard (lol). When someone tells me that I tend to work harder I don't know about all of you. I can't beleive we are half way through February already. Any way have a good one!

Did I tell you I am really enjoying this site!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 08:07:48 -0800

In my blog todayI just wanted to say, So many of you have been such a great help to me in the short time I have been here. I have found out so much Information. Unfortunately in this business some times it is dog eat dog! Especially in our individual offices. Here it is a community that cares if you are doing well in your business or not. We are not afraid to throw out a precious gem to help a fellow professional! This is so wonderful! Thanks to all again!

This seem like a helpful site!

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 05:13:41 -0800

I am new to this site I have found it very Useful. I do not understand it all, however I have already ranked #1 in my area, and am the featured agent in Mira Loma, CA. From what I read in other blogs this is good. I find the helpful info great. I know that this was a good choice. Thank you all for the helpful info!

84481Murillo Lane, Coachella, CA

Mary Pichardo (Keller Williams) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 05:57:52 -0800

SHORT SALEBeautiful Sunny Coachella, CaliforniaThis home Gorgeous boasts 2375 Sqft. 5 Bedroom 3 Bath 3 Car tandem garage. It's Location is Coachella Ca, it is the only gated communityin Coachella. It is a lovely two story home situated on a 7405 Sqft corner lot. It is fully landscaped front & back. The 3rd car area in garage can be converted back to 6th bedroom Bring all your buyer they will truly love it. This is a short sale. Make an Offer! Listed @ $400,000 Make an Offer!