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SEPTEMBER 2024 BLOG 53 WORDS CHALLENGE

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Real Estate Agent with Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 PA License - AB067198

Patricia Feager and I are excited to announce AR's September blog challenge. Share your Creativity and Storytelling. Featuring you telling your story in 53 Words. As a blogger and an agent or business owner story telling is probably a part of who you are. You use stories to educate, to persuade clients to take action, and to attract customers to purchase your clients’ homes. But most likely, we use a lot more than 53 words, the challenge here is find the nugget that tells the story without distraction.

53 Word Story Rules. 53 words. No more. No less. Hyphenated words count as one and the title does not count.

Here is the post from Patricia that inspired this challenge Durable Agents in 53 Words  there is also an explanation of where the idea for 53 words came from and why .

How to Participate: 

Write a Blog Post: Write your 53 Words Story. If you are not an agent or business owner, write a creative and fun 53 Words Story about yourself. In at least 300 words, tell us how you did it and whether you found it easy or hard. Share your tips and advice. Keep it engaging, informative and authentic. Share what you really want to tell us.

Submit Your Entry: Add your blog post entry into the Groups ActiveRain Challenge: AND in the comments below by midnight PST September 30, 2024.

Points for recognition: One entry per member will be awarded 1,500 points during the month of October. That doesn’t mean that if you have more than one story inside you, you can’t share more than one entry (though no bonus points for additional posts)!!

Add a Feature Photo: You must use one Feature Photo. You may add however many photos you want using your own photographs or AI Creative Image, using whatever you choose.

We look forward to reading your entries. Have fun and enjoy!

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Nick Vandekar
Nick is a Tredyffrin Easttown Residential and Commercial REALTOR selling The Main Line, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties.

Giving you the confidence to make
the right decisions.

225 W Uwchlan Ave
Downingtown , PA 19335
Office 484-237-2055
SellingTheMainLine.com
Mobile: (610) 203-4543 [call or text me]
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Tredyffrin Easttown or along the Main Line, 
I can help you, contact me.

Comments(51)

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

So Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP here is my story for our challenge, something fun.

Is there enough time?

Sep 05, 2024 12:24 PM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 - You have the perfect bride! What a fun entry!

Sep 05, 2024 05:07 PM
Andrea Bedard
Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860 - Silver Spring, MD
Fluent in Real Estate & German, M.A. ABR ASP CIPS

It's only the 5th of the month and I posted my entry! That has to be my personal record! Thank you for this challenge that was just perfect to get me back into blogging and participating after a much-needed time-out. 

Life as an expat Realtor. A short short story. 

Sep 05, 2024 03:42 PM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Andrea Bedard - I just finished reading it. Thank you for taking the time to really focus on what you wanted to say in 53 Words and share the background of the life you live. 

I really appreciate what you have done in life and for all of us on ActiveRain. You shared your heart and soul. How can thank you be enough?

Sep 05, 2024 05:39 PM
Michael Elliott
Fathom Realty - Burlington Township, NJ
Burlington, New Jersey Residential Sales

I am in.   This was not easy to start, but once I got going, not so bad!

Sep 06, 2024 03:26 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Michael Elliott - I loved your entry for the challenge. I feel certain others will too. You're such a wise and joyful man. We are fortunate to have your membership here on ActiveRain.

Thank you!!!

Sep 06, 2024 03:37 AM
Michael Elliott

Hugs!

Sep 06, 2024 06:40 AM
Mike McCann Nebraska Land Broker
Mike McCann - Broker, Mach1 Realty Farm & Commercial Land Broker-Auctioneer Serving Nebraska - Kearney, NE
Farm & Commercial Property For Sale 308-627-3700

53 words?  It is hard for me to leave a comment in 53 words! I will work on getting this task accomplished.  However-the-hyphenated-allowance-could-help-me-be-successful!

(Depending on how flexible your hyphenated word dictionary is! 🤣)

Sep 06, 2024 07:00 AM
Eileen Burns 954.483.3912

😂

Sep 06, 2024 07:31 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Mike McCann Nebraska Land Broker I have noticed a hyphen or two so far.

Sep 06, 2024 10:33 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 - I just read your entry: "My Journey in Fifty-Three Words." It was wonderful! Be sure to leave a link here on Nick's blog post.

Thank you.

Sep 07, 2024 02:43 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

Hi Nick and Patricia, Here's my entry:

A Snapshot of Long Island Real Estate in 53 Words

Sep 07, 2024 05:55 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 - Thank you!

"A Snapshot of Long Island Real Estate in 53 Words," is EXCELLENT! There is no doubt in my mind, you are committed to excellence.

Sep 07, 2024 11:50 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

That was so good, I love your passion for real estate and for your area too.

Sep 07, 2024 11:56 AM
Michael Elliott
Fathom Realty - Burlington Township, NJ
Burlington, New Jersey Residential Sales

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Sep 07, 2024 06:51 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Michael Elliott - "Life will Happen," and you showed us that no matter what happenes, the outcome is all about attitude!

Thank you!!!

Sep 07, 2024 11:53 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

This was really good, thank you, looking forward to our lunch with Brain England in November. I loved your expression about sixty one years in 53 words. That is so true, but you did it fantastically.

Sep 07, 2024 11:59 AM
Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

This is a terrific and certainly challenging - CHALLENGE!  A must do!  Thank you for hosting!!  Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP  Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 

Sep 07, 2024 11:11 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Looking forward to your entry Kathy.

 

Sep 07, 2024 11:59 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Kathy Schowe - Thank you for checking out Durable Agent and being enthusiastic about this CHALLENGE! I have no doubt whatever you decide to choose to write about will be an outstanding blog post! 

Sep 08, 2024 05:08 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Thanks again to you, Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543  and Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP for hosting!

Here is my entry: A High Desert Love Affair in 5️⃣3️⃣ Words

Sep 08, 2024 11:06 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Thank you for entering, I love the story and it was very well done 

Sep 08, 2024 02:32 PM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! - thank you for sharing your love story. Long lasting love is rare and you've made it so beautiful.

Thank you for your entry that reminds me, Love conquers all!

Sep 08, 2024 03:13 PM
Alan May
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty - Evanston, IL
Home again, home again...

Okay... I've done it.  I've dived into the deep end of the pool.  Well, at least 53" deep. 

Where Herbie the Love Bug fears to tread

Sep 09, 2024 07:42 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Loved it, great job, thank you, it was very clever and I learnt something new about you as well.

Sep 09, 2024 08:20 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Alan May - Sounds like a great Title! I'm going over to read it now. 

Thanks for your participation. 

Sep 09, 2024 11:21 AM
Marney Kirk
Cummings & Co. Realtors - Towson, MD
Towson, Maryland Real Estate

Thank you for this challenge! It was certainly challenging! :) Here is my entry: 

Marney Kirk 53 Word Blog Challenge

Sep 09, 2024 08:03 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Great entry Marney, thank you, loved the story and your image as well. These AI images can be frustrating, I have been using NightCafe, but tried COPilot last week and liked the results I got from that.

Sep 09, 2024 08:16 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Marney Kirk - I really enjoyed reading your 53 Word Story and how you went about it with a nice backstory! I also forgot to mention you did a great job with the image. I use NightCafe and COPilot too. It takes practice and soon you'll decide which one you like best. For most of us, I think it's safe to say, the majority here on AR are beginners. 

If you want to learn more about AI, be sure to try to make the ActiveRain Zoom Class tomorrow. Here's the link from George Soutos to give you more informatioin about AI and ZOOM tomorrow on Tuesday, 9/10.

Sep 09, 2024 11:20 AM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

What a really cool challenge.  Makes me think I need to start by writing a list of verbs to get started!   I can't wait to read some entries!  Great challenge gang!

Sep 09, 2024 06:58 PM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ - You'll be surprised what 53 carefully chosen words will come together. Enjoy the process! I can't wait to read your story!

Sep 09, 2024 08:43 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Nick (and Patricia too) - here's my entry for this month's challenge:  53 Words. And Then Some. . .

Thank you for co-hosting.  

Sep 10, 2024 03:40 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Michael Jacobs - Thank you for participating! I'm going to read it now!

Sep 10, 2024 04:19 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

What a great approach, I loved it, the originality and as i read it I realized you have opened a door of creativity for many of us who now take time to ponder and think a little deeper.

Sep 10, 2024 08:05 AM
Buzz Mackintosh
Mackintosh REALTORS - Frederick, MD
“Experience, reliable, leadership”

This months challenge will be one remembered as in the middle of drafting the post I received a life changing jolt💔. Here is my entry for this months "53 Word Challenge":

Thank you for hosting this months challenge Nick Vandekar and Patricia Feager

Sep 10, 2024 04:01 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Buzz Mackintosh - Thank you for participating! I'm going to read it now!

Sep 10, 2024 04:20 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Buzz, thank you, considering the jolt you received I appreciate you making the effort to take part in our challenge. Thank you and my condolences on your loss.

Sep 10, 2024 08:07 AM
Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

Here is my entry for the 53 word challenge!  Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 

Be Specific! 

Sep 12, 2024 11:30 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Thank you Kathy, very clever use of the 53 words, well done. Loved your explanation as well.

Sep 12, 2024 11:52 AM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Kathy Schowe - Thank you for a very enjoyable submission for the 2024 September Blog 53 Word Challenge. It was very educational and professional. Your 53 Words are excellent for your marketing and advertising! 

Sep 12, 2024 08:21 PM
Ritu Desai 703-625-4949
Samson Properties - Chantilly, VA
Northern Virginia,Washington DC & Maryland Realtor

Thank you so much for a crafty challenge. Here is my entry

And looking forward to reading so many creative 53 words blogs. True an out of box challenge but so much fun!!!

Sep 13, 2024 07:50 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

This is excellent Ritu Desai 703-625-4949 such an interesting take on the challenge, very clever and all so true as well. Thanks for participating and giving such an interesting entry.

Sep 13, 2024 07:59 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good afternoon Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP and Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 

Fun contest and thank you for hosting! Here is my entry.

Sep 14, 2024 01:12 PM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP

Dorie Dillard Austin TX - Thank you! I'm glad to know you participated in this fun challenge! I'm going to read it now!

Sep 14, 2024 01:33 PM