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100,000 Points-To Infinity and Beyond!!

By Michael S. Bolton

Real Estate Appraiser with Michael S. Bolton,Inc.

March 16, 2012 10:32 PM

When I first started blogging on Active Rain I thought getting to 100,000 points was going to take forever, but it actually happened faster than I thought. Now that I think about it, it's just a stepping stone. By working my plan I created for all of my blog sites, I've been able to focus on my daily routine, and everything else has taken care of itself.

Blogging has become a journey that I thoroughly enjoy; besides I love talking real estate and this is a great venue for it. There are many things I've learned along the way, and I still have much more to learn. If someone were to ask me, "What is the biggest benefit you've gotten from blogging on Active Rain?" My answer would be, "Building Relationships!" When it comes to being able to build relationships with other real estate professionals, I've found nothing that surpasses Active Rain. Sure, I get a few hecklers on my blog posts, but given the current climate it's expected.

Now if I could only find all of my Google "Mojo" that I lost when Active Rain switched servers, I would firing on all eight-cylinders.

Make it an AWESOME day!

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Joan Congilose

New Jersey Properties - Manalapan, NJ

Helping Sellers & Buyers

Hi Mike, Congrats on your 100,000 milestone on AR, great time to achieve it too on St Patty's Day, have a great one!

Mar 16, 2012 10:33 PM

Janis Borgueta

Newburgh, NY

Retired RE Salesperson

Mike~ I am close to that number too. I find AR does do many things for my business. It can't all be measured in a single way. Glad to see that you have benefitted from all the blogging. I see it as the way of the future to be recognized in our field. Congratulations.. and Happy St. Patricks Day.

Mar 16, 2012 10:38 PM

Phil Leng

Retired - Kirkland, WA

Phil Leng - Retired

Congratulations Michael,

You have got the groove on.

Keep it up!

Phil

Mar 16, 2012 10:44 PM

Rosemary Brooks

BMC Real Estate - 209-910-3706 - Stockton, CA

The Mother & Daughter Realty Team

Right on and keep it going! I remember when i reached this milestone. Just keep going and you will see how easy it is to keep climbing.

Mar 16, 2012 11:03 PM

Joni Bailey

101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX

Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

Congratulations on hitting that first BIG milestone! Your rainmaker account just went down $10 and it will be down another $10 before you know it! Keep up the great work!!

Mar 16, 2012 11:21 PM

Michael S. Bolton

Michael S. Bolton,Inc. - Zimmerman, MN

MN Appraiser

Thanks Joan!

Hey Janis, Yes, you're right behind me, see you soon!

Phil, The "Groove" is on!

Rosemary, Being consistent is the key!

Mar 16, 2012 11:26 PM

Linda Holloway

Keller Williams Realty Tampa Central - Tampa, FL

REALTOR®, Your Next Home in Tampa Bay Starts Here!

Hi Michael, Congratulations on reaching 100,000 points! I also notice you mention you have more than one blog and a daily routine - two things I am striving for. I agree that ActiveRain is great for both talking real estate and for building relationships. Excellent post! Happy St. Patrick's Day and ENJOY your weekend!

Mar 17, 2012 12:04 AM

Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker

Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX

Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

Congratulations! Write on dude! It gets a little easier as you go!! Keep it up!!

Mar 17, 2012 12:37 AM

Roger D. Mucci

Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH

Lets shake things up at your home today!

Congratulations Michael...................you have truly been a pleasure and such a wonderful addition to the AR family, it's been great getting to know you. Looking forward to a lot more time "in the Rain" with you.

Gary White~Grand Rapids Home Selling Pro Call: 616-821-9375

Flexit Realty "Flexible Home Selling Solutions" - Grand Rapids, MI

Real Estate Services You can Trust!

Hi Michael, Congratulations on your 100,000 point milestone! What a great achievement and lots of hard work. Looking forward to reading your future posts.

Mar 17, 2012 12:42 AM

Lloyd Binen

Certified Realty Services - Saratoga, CA

Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411

Congratulations on the milestone. I read your post about dropping in the google rankings after the AR server change. I was wondering if your ranking improved. Have a great weekend. It's dreary in the SF bay area; gray, chilly with rain threatening.

Mar 17, 2012 05:59 AM

Rose King

David Tracy Real Estate - Friendswood, TX

Friendswood / Pearland / Houston Bay Area

Hi Michael! Congratulations on hitting the 100,000 mark! You'll hit the next mark before you know it! Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

Mar 17, 2012 08:32 AM

Lindsey Hasford

Edina Realty - Elk River, MN

Bringing you home...

Congrats Michael! Truly a milestone worth celebrating!!! Just a few more k's and we'll be in competition! LOL.

Mar 17, 2012 12:23 PM

Joe Petrowsky

Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT

Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

You are so correct about the friends you make along the way. Here is what you need to know. I have read many of your blogs for sometime. You always share information that is helpful and that I can lean from. Thank you for getting your job done! Congratulations.

Mar 17, 2012 08:53 PM

Thanks Linda! If you every have an questions about getting your other blog site up and running don't hesitate to ask!

Jeanne & Ralph~"Write on I will!" Thanks for the encouragement.

Hi Roger~Actually the pleasure has been all mine, I just love reading your stories, take care my friend!

Thanks Gary!

Hi Lloyd~I'm not sure what happened, but no they haven't. Nikki looked into it once and they came back, but now they're gone again. Bummer! I hate to brag, but our weather over the past couple of days has been AWESOME!

Hi Rose~I'm sure it will, but it almost feels like I'm starting from scratch again, not sure why. Thanks!

Lindsey~How about several more K's, I think I'll just concentrate on getting to 200K next.

Good Morning Joe! Reading your comment was a great way to start my morning, very much appreciated. Thanks!

Have an AWESOME day!

Mar 17, 2012 10:51 PM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Congratulations and best wishes for continued success. Your appraisal articles are good for re-blogs.

Mar 18, 2012 02:49 AM

Chuck Carstensen

RE/MAX Results - Elk River, MN

Minnesota/Wisconsin Real Estate Expert

I am catching up on my blogging today. Great job getting to 100k so fast and having some great content.

Mar 18, 2012 11:10 AM

100,000 Points-To Infinity and Beyond!!

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Make it an AWESOME day!

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Michael S. Bolton

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