The Power Behind an ActiveRain Blog

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Real Estate Agent with Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 UT DRE# 6541633-SA00

The Power Behind an ActiveRain Blog

 

Since January of 2009, ActiveRain has been part of my daily marketing / advertising routine. Participation, presence and repetition pays off in the form of industry connections, likemindedness and friendly relations. If there is a question that needs answered, fellow members gladly respond.

 

Another member sent a referral in the same year I joined because she saw me here in the Rain. The power behind this forum goes far beyond just business though. Knowledge, inspiration and civility prevail here along with sincere professional relationships. Some have turned into friendships.

Thanks to Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-939-2727 for our first virtual attempt in the Atlanta Buckhead MeetUp back in 2013. Have been blessed to meet some ActiveRain Superstars when visiting Georgia, like Alicia Gibson, then to Arizona with: Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, Phoenix Broker, Jan Green, Carol Williams (who was visiting) and also Candice A. Donofrio in Fort Mohave! Not to mention, seeing everyone in zoom meetings.

 

The power of ActiveRain means something different to everyone but for me, it is like coming home to a trustworthy, dependable, reliable place. All these years, my blog has been about:

  • family matters
  • client relationships
  • funny, humorous stories
  • motivational driven posts
  • real estate tips and advice
  • back yard gardening posts 
  • gaining business from my SOI
  • fellow realtors in the local market
  • market reports, local stats and sales
  • trusted real estate tips and advice
  • finding a balance between work and play

 

The AR blog forum means communicating with potentially thousands of people. That's power! From real estate driven market reports, ethics issues, conversations that can lead to some spicy interactions (in the Q & A) between bloggers, I am guaranteed to be informed or entertained daily.

 

Passing on invaluable knowledge gained here to others, is a way to show gratitude towards everyone who has contributed to the overall success of ActiveRain. Thanks to all fellow bloggers I have met in person and virtually through the years. You've got the power of ActiveRain behind you. I feel it.

 

Do you feel it?!

 

This is an entry to April's challenge: What Does ActiveRain Mean to You? April 2022 Challenge. Thanks again to Debe Maxwell, CRS and Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 for hosting!

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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin is a southern Utah REALTOR® assisting buyers and sellers in in the St. George area, Dammeron Valley, Diamond Valley, Veyo, Central, Hurricane, Ivins, La Verkin, Leeds, Santa Clara, and Washington real estate markets.
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Comments (53)

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

You have an amazing energy and confidence that is felt immediately. I so appreciate getting to know you Jan Green

Apr 16, 2022 08:16 PM
Diana Dahlberg
1 Month Realty - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Real Estate in Kenosha, WI since 1994 262-308-3563

Your Collages are amazing!  Such a Gift!  Wishing you a Happy Resurrection Day!

Apr 17, 2022 07:55 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you Diana Dahlberg, wishing you a wonderful Easter Sunday as well!

Apr 17, 2022 08:08 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Wanda,

Your blog is a marketing poster for AR - I don't think I could add any other bullet points. Fantastic job!  Happy Easter. 

Apr 17, 2022 04:26 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you so much Sheri Sperry - MCNE®, am grateful that ActiveRain allows us the freedom of diversity. Doing nothing but market reports does not offer get-to-knowability on the author's behalf. If I send out a referral, I want to be familiar the person behind the blog! Hope you are having a wonderful Easter Sunday.

Apr 17, 2022 05:28 PM
Randy Mitchelson,APR
Marketing Advisor & Squeeze Mortgage - Bonita Springs, FL
First Impressions are made at First Click

You put a lot of love into this post. ActiveRain continues to generate a wider digital footprint for its active users.

Apr 17, 2022 09:02 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)

There is power in the rain for sure.

Apr 18, 2022 06:27 AM
Emcee M. Arah
Remax Excellence - Silver Spring, MD - Silver Spring, MD
Realtor w/Architectural Dimension, AHWD CRS B-Arch

What a great post. Active Rain is a wonderful community of professionals and you are absolutely right - so many people here are so helpful and willing to answer questions and refer clients. It's a really refreshing community.

Apr 18, 2022 06:19 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

That is the beauty of this site, the more a professional interacts, the more they benefit Randy Mitchelson,APR. Thank you for stopping by and offering a comment!

Apr 18, 2022 06:23 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Absolutely and I still enjoy spending time here, Charita Cadenhead!

Apr 18, 2022 06:24 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

The spirit of helpfulness member to member has never waned Emcee M. Arah. Another Eason this site is THE BEST real estate related forum!

Apr 18, 2022 06:26 PM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

A great recap and so true, many, many contributors have made The Rain a successful place to network, learn and grow!

Apr 27, 2022 04:43 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Am thankful to all who have made an impact here Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets and to those who continue to make a positive difference!

Apr 27, 2022 06:38 PM
Ed Silva
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

You gave a perfect description of ActiveRain that many who have been here a while can relate to with little exception. 

Your collage skills are exceptional as well.

May 02, 2022 09:49 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you Ed Silva, I really do appreciate your compliment. Glad you're still here!

May 02, 2022 04:38 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Love it glad your post got Featured, lately not all the good ones get featured just like we talked not everyone is in our inner circle:)Endre

May 05, 2022 11:03 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you Endre Barath, Jr., am glad it was featured as well. Did not expect that and glad someone enjoyed the post enough to do that!

May 06, 2022 06:46 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The right Charlotte REALTOR!

LOVE the collages and can't believe I never commented on this post, Wanda! Like you, my journey in the Rain began with referrals, which continue to this day - even from those who have left the Rain! I have helped two AR real estate agents find their homes here in Charlotte, which were both such honors to me. 

The SEO used to bring in buyers and sellers as well and I'm ever so thankful for the ones I've gotten in the past. Hopefully we'll soon see our SEO work for us again!

SO glad you're here in the Rain and YES, I've loved getting to know you even better on the ZOOM calls!

Jul 03, 2022 08:36 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Debe Maxwell, CRS, trust is at the forefront of any relationship and I have been very lucky to have strived for relationships beyond every day business! 

Jul 03, 2022 09:44 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The right Charlotte REALTOR!

AMEN - it is all about the trust, Wanda! I can't wait to send someone your way - I know you'll take amazing care of them!

Jul 03, 2022 10:32 PM