Sometimes you deserve a second chance, not because you weren't fabulous the first time, but because the timing and circumstances weren't quite right. You just got overlooked." -Carol Williams
Second Chance Saturday is all about giving deserving posts more exposure. If you see a deserving post that didn't get Featured, be sure to tag Carol in the comment section of any post and watch for it in the next edition of Second Chance Saturday.
Let's Welcome Our First-Time Bloggers:
Note: I don't feature first-time blogs that aren't about real estate.
I consider that spamming the site.
Joe luliucci
Scott Jones
Lisa Arson
Gary Realmo
Alex Adams
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Success Takes Persistent & Focused Effort
By: Lou Ludwig (In Memoriam)
"As I see it..."
Trigger Leads Are Legal Harrassment - Here's My Story
By: JORGE VAZQUEZ
"I shared the full story, along with the exact texts I got and what this means for buyers, in my latest article. If you’ve ever wondered what trigger leads are and how to protect yourself, you’ll want to check this out".
And Today's Weather Is...
By: Bob "RealMan" Timm
"Last month my ankle broke"
Successor Trustee Touched My Heart
By: Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
"Real estate offers me the opportunity to profoundly impact lives. In that process, my heart is often deeply touched. The connections I make with clients cannot be truly described in words. They are heartfelt experiences."
Vacation Buyers Be In Control
By: Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
"It sounds harmless at first. A motivated buyer exploring options? Perfect! But when you’re the realtor, it’s anything but simple."
A Towson Home Sale To Remember
By: Marney Kirk
"Sometimes we get to be a part of a few different eras of someone's life. I am so grateful she has allowed me to be a part of some of those significant eras."
Coaching Secrets Realtors Can Use: Chat With Daphne Valcin
By: L. Scott Ferguson
"That one line alone is worth sitting with."
There's A Reason We Do What We Do
By: Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
"Like many first time buyers, cash reserves were minimal yet each time we met."
Giving More, Achieving More: Why I Value Collaboration Over Competition
By: Londi Sutton
"Referrals shouldn’t just be transactions—they should be experiences that strengthen relationships and grow our networks."
Making A Promise To Help A Friend In Real Estate
By: Hannah Williams
"When I arrived at the office, I was told the deal was off."
My Love For This Family. I Would Do Anything For Them
By: Will Hamm
"We started a relationship back in 1998 when I bought a new car from a salesman name Ross."
Hey... What's Your Photos Name? Why It Matters For SEO
By: Robert Thibodeau II
"That’s right—Google pays attention to your images 👀. And if your files are still named “IMG_4523.jpg”, you’re missing an opportunity to rank higher when buyers search for homes in your market."
This Month's Challenge:
August 2025 AR Challenge: The Transaction That Touched Your Heart
Hosted by: Ralph Gorgoglione and Carol Williams
"Every now and then, there’s a transaction that reaches deep into our hearts."
(Only 1 week left to enter)
Remember to check in on the AR Q&A section. We learn from each other every day.
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Don't miss the upcoming Zoom meetings.
If you don't attend these weekly sessions, you're missing out on one of the best benefits of ActiveRain membership!
11:00 a.m. Pacific time
12:00 p.m. Mountain time (Arizona, same as Pacific now)
1:00 p.m. Central time
2:00 p.m. Eastern time
August 26th - Lisa Spampinato
Training and Demo on Social Buddy Pro All-In-One Social Media Solution
September 2nd - TBA
September 9th - Kat Palmiotti
Spotlight on Montana
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Also, be sure not to miss these ActiveRain weekly series:
Kathy Streib's Posts Just For You (Published every Sunday)
Bill Spears Ask An Ambassador (Published every Tuesday)
New to ActiveRain?
Be sure to read Getting Started on ActiveRain by Kat Palmiotti!
#SecondChanceSaturday
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