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Spring Renewal ~ Sometimes It Happens For a Reason

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty

Spring Renewal ~ Sometimes It Happens For a Reason

Our company name was confusing, to us, to our clients and to another company with a similar name. Simply stated, we needed to change it to eliminate the risk of being sued. We had read about the "Zebra" case and suddenly felt as if we might have our own case to worry about.

Sometimes things happen for a reason ~ So the decision was made ~ It was time for a new Spark, a time for Renewal, A new name for our business ~ An Inspiration for Us to Move On in a Positive Way ~

We live in Sunset Beach, North Carolina which is a coastal community near the border of North and South Carolina. Since we live so close to the
South Carolina border, we decided it was best for us to be licensed in North and South Carolina. With this in mind we wanted to change our company name to one based on where we live and work, Sunset Beach  ~ We decided on the name ~ Sunset Beach and Beyond ~

We contacted the company who designed our "old" company logo ~ Explained what we wanted changed and for a small fee they said they would be able to change our lettering in our logo ~ We are also in the process of designing a new website ~ another source of Inspiration, Renewal and Positive Growth for our company ~ It will reflect the lifestyles of the area and what the various communities have to offer ~

Buyers go to the internet to find homes but also want to know what the area has to offer ~ Being near the coast the beach is a big draw more many people ~ Many communities in the area are developed around golf courses ~ Boating, fishing, playing golf, walking, and biking are some of the activities that draw people to this area ~

Sometimes things happen for a reason and rather than dwell on the negative aspects of "having" to change our name, we will be inspired by our name change in a Positive way ~ for the Renewal and Growth of our BusinessChange is Okay ~ What better time to change than Spring, with new blossoms and buds growing everywhere in beautiful Sunset Beach ~

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Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Judy ~ Thanks, glad you like the name

Dale ~ Unique, maybe, search engines, hmm ~ we'll see

Andrea ~ Staying Positive is like being on top of the world!!

Cindy ~ We welcome all new opportunities, referrals too!!

Mar 10, 2011 12:41 AM
Tish Lloyd
BlueCoast Realty Corporation - Wilmington, NC
Broker - Wilmington NC and Surrounding Beaches

Wow -- this is a homerun any way you look at it -- new name, new look and all with a great big SMILE!!!!  Kudos!!!

Mar 10, 2011 12:50 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Tish ~ Thanks ~ Big Smile ~

Mar 10, 2011 01:45 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Richard ~ We actually did try that name out "Infinity and Beyond" but we got a nasty email from The Intergalactic Alliance signed by non other than BUZZ LIGHTYEAR SPACE RANGER asking us to step aside since he had it first ~ So we had to oblige him ~ 

Mar 10, 2011 04:31 AM
Martha Brown
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Annapolis MD 21403 - Annapolis, MD
Your Homes Around Annapolis Agent

What a great and grateful post full of inspiration and energy. Changing names, brokers, offices etc is never easy and yet you have inspired many to look at the change as a good thing that brings new hope and renewal. Way to go!!

Mar 10, 2011 05:06 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Martha ~ Thanks for being inspired ~

Mar 10, 2011 06:43 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Frank and Karen.....good luck to you with your new name and website.....everything happens for a reason and spring is a great time to make changes.....let the business flow to you and best wishes with your new look...

Mar 10, 2011 07:20 AM
Gabrielle Nemes
RE/MAX Realty South - Tumwater, WA
206.300.8421, S King & Pierce County RE Advocate

Hmmm, headed over here to visit because of a comment in a Richard Yates post (not sure if I should backlink that or not ... is that a etiquette  thing?) Anyway, although I didn't know what your name was before, I love the Sunset Beach and Beyond! Descriptive and friendly!! Good choice!

Mar 10, 2011 08:57 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Best of luck with your new company name..With such a positive outlook I don't think you could fail..I really enjoyed your post ..It is so refreshing

Helpfulhannah

Mar 10, 2011 09:11 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Gabrielle ~ Happy to hear you like our new name ~

Hannah ~ Thanks glad you enjoyed the post ~

Mar 10, 2011 09:16 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Great new name Frank and Karen ~ Enjoy all the new business now and beyond!

Mar 10, 2011 10:46 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Larry & Sheila ~ Thanks, we will enjoy ~

Mar 10, 2011 11:43 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

I like it - it's clearly denotes where your're working!  I too needed to make a change in comapany names 3 years ago and it actually was a seemless transtition.  Here's to one for you two as well!

Mar 10, 2011 12:22 PM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Anna ~ Thanks, we appreciate your wishes for a seemless transition ~

Mar 10, 2011 01:02 PM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Hi Frank and Karen,

I think your proactive posture and the fact that you are going to clearly stand apart, all come to be a great advantage for you and it must feel terrific to have a fresh new and more vital site and no more concern for the old site. The cool part is , using your old domain and pointing to the new site keeps your contacts and readers going straight to you and you benefit form the age of the domain. Well done and Congratulations on the whole new effort.

Mar 15, 2011 02:22 PM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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William ~ Thank you so much for your vote of confidence.

Mar 15, 2011 03:11 PM
Lee & Pamela St. Peter
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices YSU Realty: (919) 645-2522 - Raleigh, NC
Making Connections to Success in Real Estate
Frank & Karen, sometimes it just makes good business sense to move on.  As Daniel did.  I applaud you two for being very wise and savvy business leaders.  All the best to you AND your new image!
Pamela

Mar 21, 2011 11:02 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Pamela ~ Thanks so much for the savvy compliment ~

Mar 21, 2011 03:42 PM
Elizabeth Byrne
Keller Williams Realty - Arlington, VA
Arlington Virginia Real Estate

Frank and Karen, I love your new business name. You are so right about moving on when you run into obstacles. Instead of dwelling on something we cannot control, move forward. Great advice. Have a happy week.

Mar 22, 2011 01:58 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
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Elizabeth ~ Thanks ~ As Buzz would say ----To Infinity and Beyond ---

Mar 22, 2011 02:57 AM