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Remember When We Were Scared Spitless

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

January planning for 2025.

I plan to continue my current activities: listing, selling, advertising, blogging, and hosting my weekly live radio show. After three and a half decades, I do not have a formal business plan, but I am excited to make real estate even more enjoyable.

How?

By learning more about AI.

 I got the AI bug bite from our Tuesday Zooms.

We started with an assignment: an image in a house's window. Then, we went down the rabbit hole to add, watch, and listen to those who have embraced this fun technology.

Does anyone remember when we were scared 'spitless' to use anything other than our original photos?

That was thanks to Lenn Harley, who had an attorney who made sure no one was using her map images. And if they were, they were in big trouble. Yep, we were scared spitless. Things have changed.

Blogging a little longer than forever, I always carried camera and film everywhere I went. Regardless of whether it was related to real estate, I took pictures and included them in my daily blogs.

 

When I didn't have the right photo, I used letters and scrabble pieces to make sayings that went with my articles. I took pictures of funny signs and sayings and used programs like iPiccy to enhance them. There have been times when I have spent more time creating the graphics than writing the article.  Since 2006, I've written over 5,000 blog posts, and all have some kind of graphic. 

And this is one more year to embrace the opportunity to learn, simplify tasks, create, and have fun. I’m really excited because I just enrolled in self-paced, RRS AI course to learn even more!

 

Thinking of selling a home

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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Margaret,

Sounds like you are enjoying AI as many of us are and can't wait to hear more about your RRS AI course! It's fun to incorporate AI images in our posts! It's never to late to learn something new and add it into our action activities that we know work!!

Jan 10, 2025 05:38 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

 Learning new things is exciting, especially when you can apply that knowledge in real life! That’s exactly what we are doing!

Jan 10, 2025 06:05 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Margaret - there are times when becoming immune may feel like a shot in the dark even when one is well-prepared.  So far, I have been resistant to have close contact with AR Zoom meetings (but thankful for the updates by Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 and others)/.  Additionally, as far as an in-depth interest of AI I am, of course, aware - I "know" it exists, so I keep adjusting/adapting to its occurrence.  

Jan 10, 2025 05:52 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Michael Jacobs I remember feeling the same way—resistant to AI. I was listening to the naysayers. However, learning about it together with people we know, and trust has been a real bonus! And everyone loves to help. We are having fun at the same time.

Jan 10, 2025 06:12 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks for sharing your journey with us, Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400! It's refreshing to see your enthusiasm for embracing new tech in real estate, and your passion for learning and creativity is truly inspiring!

Jan 10, 2025 06:30 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Lew Corcoran

What I appreciate most about RE is that there is always something new to experience and learn daily.

Jan 11, 2025 10:00 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Miss Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 - Over the years I have noticed the graphics in your blog posts. One reason I have not embraced it the way you have, is, as you stated, sometimes it takes more time to create the graphic than to write the post. 

Jan 10, 2025 08:39 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist,

Graphics are more of a hobby. Although they take time, the enjoyment and endless creative possibilities make it all worthwhile.

Jan 11, 2025 10:06 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Oh Margaret I sure remember the days of original photos and Lenn taught us all well, very well. Don't do it. Period.  And then a lady named Margaret from Baltimore talked me into trying along with her making photos on AI.  So I did and the rest is history!  Such fun isn't it!!

And here is my first try at an AI photo.  I couldn't believe it turned out like I wanted or rather prompted it to!

Featured in BananaTUDE!

 

 

 

Jan 10, 2025 09:29 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Anna "Banana" Kruchten, I Appreciate the feature!

Your Banana Tudes image is absolutely beautiful and perfect for you! It has been so much fun learning this new way of creating photos for our blogs!

Jan 10, 2025 05:46 PM
Joe Mojica
Laer Realty Partners Bowen - Port St Lucie, FL
Your Home Adds Value to You

Margaret - more and more, I see AI on other platforms. For example, if you list something on eBay, you have the option to allow AI to write the products description. You have inspired me to learn more about it.  Joe

Jan 10, 2025 12:00 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Joe Mojica

I’m glad to hear that you want to learn more! We are here to help you.

Jan 10, 2025 07:59 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Margaret I have not heard the saying "Scared Spitless" before but I am familiar with another one that also begins with an "S".   🤣

Jan 10, 2025 12:29 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Hello George Souto 

Yes, those two do rhyme. When writing for the public and doing live radio. I have to get my point across. Sometimes, a change of one or two letters can make a difference. 

Jan 10, 2025 03:03 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Margaret- YEP...Dear Lenn scared the bejabbers out of me! Like you, I took pictures of everything with the thought that I could use them in my blog. However so often, I could not find the right picture or graphic for what I wanted. And at times, I spent too much time in searching for it. 

This is why I love generating AI pictures. I still want to use my own pictures when I can but yes...thank goodness for AI. 

Jan 10, 2025 06:59 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Kathy Streib Lenn is missed for her hard-core real estate insight. She was always willing to help, bringing a great deal of knowledge and common sense.

Jan 10, 2025 08:03 PM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375
Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA
Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 
Great suggestions - we have so many illustrative options now - AI included!
With our phone cameras we can make many opportunities count as options for our posts. https://activerain.com/droplet/JmBb  My photos for today's post for example.

 One time I got caught in a spiderweb by inadvertantly using a photo and it was unpleasant. A man deliberately posted photos to ;look "useable" and then came after anyone who used them demanding $500 or offering a law suit even when he was accredited. Bet he has made a bumdle tricking people this way. Fool me once...

Jan 10, 2025 08:47 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375 Thanks for sharing your snowy landscape and sledders. Such beauty all around. Please stay safe.

Jan 11, 2025 10:33 AM
Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD
http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com - Vail, CO
Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D

Remember when we were scared spitless? We are now!! I love the AI images BTW!!!

Jan 11, 2025 09:13 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD,

Can you hear me smiling? Thanks for taking the fear out of AI and replacing it with fun!

 

Jan 13, 2025 10:22 AM
Debra Leisek
Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska - Homer, AK

your pictures are attractive and fun! I can see you are enjoying it!!  That is a good thing!

 

Jan 12, 2025 02:00 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Debra Leisek 

Blogging is more fun and inspires me to create. I love thinking about topics and making images.

Jan 13, 2025 10:20 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Thank you for an entertaining and thought provoking entry.  I agree AI is good for photos. I still have concern that we may be trading off our own creativity for a machine.  Remember actual cash registers where you had to count out change? Now people don't need to do that and more importantly are clueless as how to do it.

Jan 12, 2025 11:11 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Leanne Smith 

I think the name Artificial Intelligence turns people off. We have been using AI for a long time without even realizing it. Do you use spell check or have GPS in your car?

Jan 13, 2025 10:17 AM
Leanne Smith

Possibly the name scares off people. I just read AI support spear phishing email tricks 54% of targets compared to 12% created by humans.  Also AI respective to GPS is often in error especially in rural areas where roads show on the county system but do not exist in reality.

Jan 13, 2025 03:19 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

I am still not delving into the world of AI. I like to use human intelligence. :)

Jan 12, 2025 02:53 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Dr. Paula McDonald 

I felt that way. So glad to be learning and, most of all, having fun!

Jan 13, 2025 10:13 AM
Doug Rogers
RE/MAX Coastal Properties - Destin, FL
Your Real Estate Resource!

I need to give AI a try. Thanks for the push!

Jan 13, 2025 05:46 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Doug Rogers, Here's the push,

Please join Tuesday's Zoom. This will be a perfect way to give AI a try. Here is the ongoing link to each Zoom meeting

Jan 13, 2025 10:10 AM
Chris Lima
Turtle Reef Realty - Port St Lucie, FL
Local or Global-Allow me to open doors for you.

I am fascinated by all of this technology and AI is no exception.  I keep saying that I will give it a try but I can't seem to follow through.  Maybe this post is my sign.

Jan 13, 2025 07:22 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Chris Lima,

Maybe this post and a bit of push would add to your facination.

Please join Tuesday's Zoom. This will be a perfect way to give AI a try.

 Here is the ongoing link to each Zoom meeting

Jan 13, 2025 10:09 AM
Chris Lima

Thanks.  What time is the meeting?

Jan 13, 2025 12:31 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

2 pm!

 

Jan 14, 2025 09:37 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Margaret you are an example to us all that we can still learn whatever age we are. I applaud your willingness to be open and keep your mind active with learning new challenges.

Jan 14, 2025 08:13 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Remember, Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543, I am a CIT!

Jan 14, 2025 09:37 AM