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Friday Fun…Q&A…Your Thoughts

 

Full disclosure, when the Q&A section was first introduced, I wasn’t all that keen on it. There were some real estate students who asked questions for their classes and some other nonsensical questions.

 

Over the years though, the Q&A has matured and is one of the sections I go to when I open ActiveRain.

Just today, for example, Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA  asked if anyone has advertised on Homes.com.

 

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! shared when the final approval on NAR’s settlement is scheduled.

 

 

The Q&A also functions as a bulletin board making us aware of upcoming Zoom meetings as well as members’ birthdays. 

 

So do you visit the Q&A?

Do you ask questions?

How do you use the Q&A?

 

 

The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life.
Attributed to Confucius

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Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I think we have quite a few fools for life right now. We have a society that asks no questions, but is willing to believe lots of lies.

Nov 22, 2024 06:54 AM
Kathy Streib

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty  I am always full of questions. I love the "Man on the Street" questions they ask on some of the shows. 

Nov 22, 2024 12:47 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Kathy,
I do check Q&A each day. It seems like there are a few decent questions every day that I can learn from. I occasionally asked questions, and appreciate the replies. I also appreciate the birthday notices, so I can wish them a happy day.  What I don't like about Q&A is when numerous people give the same answer. It's a waste of time. I always read the comments then only answer if I have something new to contribute to the conversation.

Nov 22, 2024 07:05 AM
Kathy Streib

Carol Williams It depends for me. Sometimes I'll respond more for support than anything else. 

Nov 22, 2024 12:48 PM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

Hi Kathy, I often visit the Q&A section, and like to read it - I have posted questions, and received answers; I have been alerted to things I did not know about. It's a good informative part of Active rain. Asking a question is a very active thing of the mind.

Nov 22, 2024 07:23 AM
Kathy Streib

Steffy Hristova I couldn't agree  more...asking questions shows that the mind is active. 

Nov 22, 2024 12:49 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

The Q & A is always a quick way to learn, laugh, get a Ah-Ha moment or brought up to date on things that impact our industry. It's also an opportunity to wish a member a Happy Birthday or a congrats on hitting a milestone.

Am more than happy, Kathy that the real estate school students have stopped bombarding the page with questions!

Nov 22, 2024 07:43 AM
Kathy Streib

I agree Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!  Not all questions are ones I can answer but it's fun to check in. And, it's like a bulletin board for me. 

Nov 22, 2024 01:09 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

I like the quote. I have visited, but maybe not enough. I have posted a question or two over the years as well.

Nov 22, 2024 07:50 AM
Kathy Streib

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 there are times when I'll see someone, usually a new member, who has a question in the form of a post. This is the perfect opportunity to use the Q & A. 

Nov 22, 2024 01:10 PM
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Thank you for the mention Kathy!

Nov 22, 2024 08:49 AM
Kathy Streib

Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA you are very welcome!!!!

Nov 22, 2024 01:15 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Central CT Real Estate Broker

I glance at it on occasions but don't take a lot of interest.

Nov 22, 2024 09:16 AM
Kathy Streib

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 it varies as to the activity there. When it first made its appearance, I rarely checked in. 

Nov 22, 2024 01:16 PM
Bridget "Mortgage Mama" McGee
SWBC Mortgage 410-960-2061 - Baltimore, MD
Maryland Mortgage Mama NMLS#196068

This is such a great reminder to check the Q&A's! I will have to do some exploring in the rain, I am guessing there are lots of new and updated places since I was here last!

Nov 22, 2024 09:19 AM
Kathy Streib

Hi Bridget "Mortgage Mama" McGee I'm so glad you're back!!!!  The Q&A has morphed and can be very useful!!!! 

Nov 22, 2024 01:17 PM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Kathy and I check it out most days after I make my comments on blogs.  Some time I will ask a question.

 

Nov 22, 2024 09:32 AM
Kathy Streib

Will Hamm I know you do and thank you!! Guess what...I finally bought an Air Fryer. 

Nov 22, 2024 01:18 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Kathy I too enjoy the Q & A section and all the interesting stuff that comes up because of it!  I need to get over there yet today!  Happy Friday!  And I so appreciated your call yesterday!  You are so sweet!! 💕

Nov 22, 2024 10:53 AM
Kathy Streib

Anna "Banana" Kruchten I had to hear for myself that you were doing ok!!!  I'm a bit pushy. 

Nov 22, 2024 01:18 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

No you're not pushy Kathy Streib you are sweet and caring!!

Nov 22, 2024 03:15 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I usually visit the Q&A section every day. 

The quality of the section could use improvements.

 

Nov 22, 2024 10:56 AM
Kathy Streib

Roy Kelley I'm happy the students aren't inundating us with questions. 

Nov 22, 2024 01:19 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Kathy:

I typically check the Q and A daily and sometimes a couple of times per day, and respond if I have something to add which is not always the case. I have asked questions on occasion but it's been a while. 

Have a good weekend!

Jeff 

Nov 22, 2024 01:17 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Kathy, the Q & A section can give us a lot of insight into different issues within our industry.   I go there everyday.

Nov 22, 2024 02:18 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Enjoyed this post Kathy, because the Q & A has become THE place to go for a quick referral, advice, news snippets and to ask about things that matter to our industry.

Congrats on being featured in BananaTudes Group!

Nov 22, 2024 02:31 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy I have spent very little time in the Q&A part of AR.  For some reason it has never interested me, but I know that several members look forward to reading the questions and answers everyday.

Nov 22, 2024 02:45 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Kathy,

I try and visit but I have to admit with what I've got going on and posting and trying to comment on other's posts I run out of time!

Nov 22, 2024 03:29 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I must admit I haven't really paid that much attention to the Q&A section of ActiveRain.  You've inspired me to check it out.

Nov 22, 2024 07:12 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Kathy I have not been on the Q & Q in well over two or more years, most of the time I found that members were asking questions or responding with answers to get POINTs seriously I thought it was a joke so in all fairness I have not been back and in spite of your post I probably will stay out of it, Endre

Nov 22, 2024 09:24 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I find benefit in the Q&A section and visit it daily, although I don't spend much time there at all.  Every so often, I will pose a question for better or worse, haha.

Nov 23, 2024 05:21 AM
John Juarez
The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA
ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

I visit the Q&A section daily. It is like stopping in for a drink at a favorite watering hole. You never know what conversation you may encounter.

Nov 27, 2024 11:18 AM