Blogging Newbie and Arizona Realtor:) Here we go...

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate

Okay, so I'm figuring out this whole blog, seo, facebook, LinkedIn, real estate internet presence stuff and I have to admit, it's driving me a bit bonkers!  Holy cow, there is a lot of stuff to learn!!  I feel like I'm in high school again but this is the most important test of the year, i.e., if I don't pass this test and get good at this blogging, facebooking, seo, you know...I will fail at getting a piece of the web pie.  Pardon me if my posts rant a bit too long and my sentences are run-ons but again, I'm getting the hang of this stuff and it may take a little bit of time before my writing skills kick back in; so bare with me or is it bear with me??:)

 

Okay, so since this is my first post I feel it's important to introduce myself a bit.  I have been a licensed Realtor in the state of Arizona since 1999 and my husband and I own Sun Point Appraisals, Inc., a residential and commercial real estate appraisal firm.  We're located in Scottsdale, Arizona.  When I say my business is real estate and we truly are all about real estate all the time, I'm not exaggerating. Our firm completes more than 400 appraisals on average, every single month.  I'm hoping between my Realtor stores and Paul's appraisal stories, I'll have plenty to talk about and share with all my fellow real estate bloggers.  Please, if you ever have a questions about an appraisal or the Arizona real estate market, ask away and I will do my best to answer you in a timely manner.  Tomorrow I'm asking my 22 year old daughter to show me how to set this up from my phone so I don't miss any responses to my blog posts.  Until then, I hope you have a wonderful day and look forward to building many great relationships on active rain.

 

I tried to insert a picture but I'm having issues with my pop-up blocker.  Argh!!  I'll work on that too:)

My website is www.AngJohnson.com and my appraisal company is, www.SunPointAppraisals.com.

 

 

Comments (19)

Sheila Morales
Kauai Property Shop - Kapaa, HI
Your Kauai Hawaii Agent

Welcome to AR.  It can be mind boggling with all the things to learn.  Try adding one thing at a time and in short order you will be comfortable with blogging.

May 17, 2013 12:59 PM
Angie Johnson
RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Angie Johnson

Thank you Sheila.  My daughter works for Verizon so I'm going to get an iPad to help me blog.  My ancient laptop is too heavy to lug around:)

May 17, 2013 01:07 PM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216,www.JeremiahNewman.com - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Welcome to Active Rain, Ang. I just had to come over after reading your comment on my post tonight. It can be a bit overwhelming, but remember, you can't learn it all in ONE Day. Give yourself small tasks, and accomplish one at a time. I love your Profile page. Excellent job there.

I will be glad to help you with a few pointers on blogging and adding those pictures. Once you get the hang of it it's not bad. I will send you an email tomorrow.

May 17, 2013 01:28 PM
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Welcome to AR, Ang. The advice in the above comments is what I would say to you. If I can help you an any way, please don't hesitate to contact me.

May 18, 2013 12:37 AM
Angie Johnson
RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Angie Johnson

I got your email, Jerry.  You're a wonderful soul!  Thank you so much for all the tips and pointers.  While I'm thinking about it, what is an associate?  I want to stay in contact with you and I believe I've subscribed to your blog but not sure.  Should I add you as an associate and create a group of favorites?  I tried finding some video tutorials last night but I was too tired and opted for bed instead.  Have a great weekend!  I look forward to hearing from you soon:)

May 18, 2013 12:39 AM
Angie Johnson
RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Angie Johnson

Thanks, Debbie!  I love Colorado by the way, it's one of my favorite states.  What part?  I have a client who just sold their ranch and are looking to move to Steamboat Springs.

May 18, 2013 12:40 AM
Cindy Westfall
Premiere Property Group,LLC Portland Metro & Suburbs Oregon - Tualatin, OR
ABR,GRI Your Tualatin & Portland Metro Real Estate

Hi Ang, a warm welcome to AR! Like many have already offered, if you have any questions on how to get around, tech stuff, etc, there are so many of us that would be MORE than happy to help you! It can be overwhelming at first...but you're now off and running blogging! Look forward to learning more about you and reading your future blog posts!

May 18, 2013 09:46 AM
Ken's Home Team LLC. | 360.609.0226 | Portland, OR & Vancouver, WA Real Estate Team
Ken's Home Team LLC. - Vancouver, WA
- SOLD IS OUR FAVORITE 4 LETTER WORD -

Welcome to Activerain from from all of us at Ken's Home Team. I think you will find this site to be a wealth of knowledge and referrals. This really is the best real estate blogging and real estate network on the internet. If you have any questions about Activerain, reach out to the wonderful Ambassadors here in the rain. (They are a wealth of knowledge and were picked by the Activerain staff for their williness to help others)

May 18, 2013 03:02 PM
Todd Clark
eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR
Principle Broker Oregon

Welcome to Activerain and I hope you are learning a lot and if you ever need any assistance, don't hesitate to check out my blog, email me, call me, I will be glad to help you in any way possible. Also, check out the main page of Activerain and look for the Activerain University tab, there are lots of educational webinars to help you build your business.

May 18, 2013 03:07 PM
Greg Steffens
Mountain Country Realty - Lake Arrowhead, CA

Welcome to Active Rain and congrats on your first post.  Be sure to spend some time looking around at what and how others are blogging here - it is a great education and lots of fun.  Looks like you’re off to a great start…keep it up!

May 19, 2013 07:11 AM
Connie Harvey
Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN
Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

Hi Ang! You're off to a good start! One great place to learn things is at ActiveRain University. If you click on HOME at the top of any of the blogs you're reading, you will see a list of links on the right side. (on the home page)

there is a link called Getting Started. It will really help a lot. Let me know if I can help too! Your question to Jerry, by subscribing to his blog, it will be on your blog list when you log in. Easy way to see what he's writing!

May 19, 2013 07:17 AM
Angie Johnson
RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Angie Johnson

Thanks so much for such a warm and inviting welcome!  I can see I'm going to like it here already:)

May 19, 2013 09:29 AM
Christine O'Shea
Christine E O'Shea Broker - Naples, FL

Welcome, welcome, welcome.  Just keep at it over and over again and you will get the hang of it.  Don't forget to reciprocate and comment on others posts if they comment on yours.  Subscribe and add associates, you will get it!

May 19, 2013 10:30 AM
Letitia Stevenson
BHHS Fox & Roach | www.DelawareValleyRE.com - Greenville, DE
Listing Agent DE/PA/MD, Digital Marketer & Coach

Angie, Welcome to the Rain! Active Rain is a great place to share your knowledge, expertise and thoughts, as well as network and learn so much from the vast pool of talent already onboard. Thanks for sharing & I look forward to reading your upcoming posts. If you would like to connect with me on ActiveRain, please subscribe to my blog! Welcome Aboard & Much Success!

May 22, 2013 02:23 PM
Angie Johnson
RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Angie Johnson

Thank you for the warm welcome Letitia.  I appreciate it very much!  Have a wonderful week...

May 22, 2013 02:59 PM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Hi Angie! It can be a bit overwhelming when you tackle the Internet all at once. It might be helpful to take small bites and make some progress a bit at a time. 

May 23, 2013 07:57 AM
Angie Johnson
RE/MAX Luxury Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Angie Johnson

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback!

May 23, 2013 01:24 PM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Angie you're doing an awesome job - keep up the great work!

May 27, 2013 05:41 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate

Angie, Weclome to ActiveRain. Congratulations on writing your first blog post.  You really did jump right in with both feet. You will do well. It is overwhelming at first but I promise you will get the hang of it.  Take advantage of all the free webinars and AR University.

May 28, 2013 06:49 AM

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