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My Entry into 2024 April's ActiveRain Challenge!

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899

Thank you Debe Maxwell, CRS and Brad Andersohn for hosting April’s ActiveRain Reconnection Rally - Bring Back the Spark!

This is such a fun challenge! So many names popped in my head.  I felt this challenge offered terrific ways to connect with members from the past, that use to be actively posting. The Rain Camps were so inspiring and I remember the one I went to in Houston and met Bob Stewart and  Kerrie La Guardia! That was what really captured my attention! I was determined to go the distance learning all I could and implementing my community posts in my marketing.

I’ve love reading the posts for this challenge from members who reached out and even persuaded some back into the fold! I feel that has not been an easy task. I'm  enjoying seeing members, like Patricia Kennedy back posting and even bringing back her Sunday series.

I began the process throughout a very busy month and it's proved to be very interesting with many not responding! I finally was able to make connection with Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS  from South Puget Sound, Washington! I have a colleague in my office who looks a lot like Paul so I was attracted to his posts and followed him every day. I loved his photos of his area, his listings and sold properties and all his wonderful quotes that were always so appropriate for his photos.

Paul stopped posting and according to our conversation is spending all his time marketing for his business in different forms. He said he found his time better spent working on other marketing endeavors. I asked him how the NAR Lawsuit has affected his marketplace. He said his state has been very proactive and 2 weeks ago their forms have been issued. They have a privately owned system so he is feeling the attorney’s will be advising them on if they can insert the Buyer’s agent commission. I appreciated him taking my call.

It just goes to show you every area of our country is different but there will still be changes...but what else is new?

 

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Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Dorie Dillard Austin TX  Losing Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS is a loss. I have always enjoyed his posts, and I am sorry you could not persuade him to return. Great try

Apr 30, 2024 02:18 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

It's just not his thing right now Hannah Williams 

Apr 30, 2024 03:29 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Dorie - I am glad you were able to reach Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS a member who has shared more than one memorable photo as well as countless words of wisdom over the years I have followed him.   It's good to hear things are going well in Washington for him.  ⛵

Apr 30, 2024 03:12 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Things are going well but I do miss him Michael Jacobs 

Apr 30, 2024 03:30 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh, how wonderful that you were able to catch up with Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS! We love him and do miss his daily posts. I often read his inspirational quotes while waiting at appointments but, didn't always comment. His words were a bright spot in my days! Thank you so much for reaching out to one of our favorites, Dorie - and for participating in this month's challenge to reach out!

Apr 30, 2024 03:20 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

You are most welcome Debe Maxwell, CRS ..I miss his posts and quotes..so inspiring.

Apr 30, 2024 03:31 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dorie glad to hear you were able to connect with Paul.  This has been a crazy month for me, so I have been able to connect with anyone.

Apr 30, 2024 03:24 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

It has been a crazy month George Souto ..but that can be a good thing!

Apr 30, 2024 03:31 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Dorie- I am so happy that you were able to connect with Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS I miss seeing him in the blogroll and miss his daily inspirational quotes and photos. 

Apr 30, 2024 04:15 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

I do too Kathy Streib ..loved his photos he posted.

May 01, 2024 08:53 PM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

Great entry!  I remember Paul.  So sad to lose those talented people who share so much.  Good for you for reaching to "so many!"  

Apr 30, 2024 04:17 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ !

May 01, 2024 08:53 PM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Another blast from the past Dorie Dillard Austin TX the oldies but goldies. Jeff

Apr 30, 2024 06:22 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Many, many oldies but goodies Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI 

May 01, 2024 08:53 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

At the very least this challenge has gotten many to call names that were once so prominent and to get a few of the to come back is a bonus.  Well, done with Paul

Apr 30, 2024 07:13 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 !I agree members have called some I'd forgotten until hearing their name again!

May 01, 2024 08:54 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

I’m glad this challenge showed up just when I was thinking that it might be fun to start blogging again 

Apr 30, 2024 07:25 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

We are glad you made that decision Patricia Kennedy . Good to see you posting again.

May 01, 2024 08:55 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Dorie Dillard Austin TX 

Glad you shared your connection with Paul. 

Apr 30, 2024 09:07 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 

May 01, 2024 08:55 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I'm glad you were able to have a conversation with Paul! I reached out to him also since I miss seeing him here, and he responded via email and let me know he was just focusing on business. Perhaps some day he shall return!

May 01, 2024 05:05 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

I hope so Kat Palmiotti 

May 01, 2024 08:57 PM
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

I remember reading his words of wisdom early mornings and commenting back and forth with him. Glad he is doing well!

May 01, 2024 05:33 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

He is but hopefully he will start posting again Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 

May 01, 2024 08:57 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I really miss seeing Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS in the Rain, I always enjoyed interacting with him.  So many of my favorites have left, haha.

May 01, 2024 06:23 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

There are a number Brian England that have left but still many here!

May 01, 2024 08:58 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Not to blow off the challenge part...but I do think the end result will be a commission agreement that is written on the contract, including who pays for what. Seems like an easy solution (and one that will also be cause of many future issues).

May 01, 2024 06:33 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

We will see Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty ..many ideas being tossed out there.

May 01, 2024 08:59 PM
Patricia Feager
Referral Specialist - DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Dorie Dillard Austin TX - Nice post! It was good for you to reach out to Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS - he's a great man!

Thanks for reaching out to me too. I wasn't able to respond but appreciate your concern.

I wonder if we were at RainCamp at the same time in Houston? I must have been there in 2010 or maybe 2011? My guess is 2010. If so, it's too bad we missed each other. I did hook up with Joni! She was great too, and so are you!!!

May 01, 2024 07:57 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Oh my goodness Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP ..we could have been at that same Rain Camp. Forgot about Joni..I miss her posting!

May 01, 2024 09:00 PM
Patricia Feager

Dorie Dillard Austin TX - Yes! we were at the same Rain Camp! It was also my first road trip to Houston! From then on, when I needed to travel to Houston, I took a plane. 

So sorry we missed getting to know each other at Rain Camp! Did you go to the dinner with Bob and Kerrie after the meeting ended? I was there. One of these days, I hope we meet. Austin is a much shorter distance than Houston and I would love to have good conversations with you. 

May 02, 2024 06:09 AM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

SPARK, SPARK, SPARK! That's what I'm talking about. I gotta catch up and read some of those posts. IDEA: Can we set up an "alert" or "alarm" when someone posts anything new after 1 year of not posting? Inquiry minds like me want to know.  ;-)

May 01, 2024 08:23 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

That is a great idea Brad Andersohn !! I'm sure AR Support could handle that one.

May 01, 2024 09:01 PM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Glad to hear that Paul is well. I enjoyed his posts and his photos.

May 01, 2024 12:38 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Me too Sharon Tara !!

May 01, 2024 09:01 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

I reported your comment, is that the best way to notify the AR wizards know about the suggested idea!?!? ;-) 👍🥰

It really would be great to know that someone likePatricia Kennedy is back interacting on the network, not sure how realistic it is to make something like that happen? 👍

May 02, 2024 09:20 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

A little efforts often delivers incredible results.

May 05, 2024 07:59 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Dorie:

How wonderful that you were able to connect with Paul and catch-up. I have always enjoyed his inspirational quotes and beautiful photo and have missed them recently.

Jeff

May 05, 2024 03:12 PM