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Posts Just For You - This Week at ActiveRain January 11 to January 17, 2026

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Posts Just For You - This Week at ActiveRain January 11 to January 17, 2026

  

Every day, there is something to learn here at ActiveRain.  With this series, I highlight posts that gave me that lightbulb moment. It could be something techie, a post about Real Estate or other professions, about a place, or a person. Or, it could be a post that made me sit up and take notice!

 

Tim L.January 11:  Doug Jones    Assume Your Clients Don’t Speak Real Estate

Doug makes a good point we should all remember. It’s rude!

 

DougJanuary 12:  Tim L. Ramey   Things to ALWAYS remember...and one thing to NEVER forget 

This is a wonderful way to begin the week!!!! 

 

 

Kelly Kelly McGovern   Sheet of Ice and Frozen Shoulder

This is a good reminder for the winter months. 

 

 

 

RainRain Silverhawk  Just because you are right,  doesn’t mean the other person is wrong.

It wouldn’t be such a bad thing if everyone remembered this.  

 

 

Dr. PaulaJanuary 13: Dr. Paula McDonald    Staying Rooted, Booted, & Suited

Three words to make a daily mantra!  And, in case you’re wondering,  cowboy boots are very comfortable!!!!!

 

KatKat Palmiotti    AI Graphics - one thing AI doesn't do well 

It’s interesting following AI as it “grows.”  I experimented and had the same results as Kat. I took the same prompt except I asked for a digital clock and AI got it right.

 

 

Ed Ed Silva  Reflect, Rejoice, Renew, as Life Transitions 

One of the things I love most about these posts is that we have the privilege of learning more about the members. Ed…in a band???!!!

 

 

HannahHannah Williams    2026 Seller's Success Tips and Checklist by HelpfulHannah

These are all easy to do but can have a big impact.

 

Bob "RealMan"January 15:  Bob “RealMan” Timm   Perhaps A Mental Health Check-up Is Called For

What a sweet thought from Bob. Pick up the phone or text, but reach out to someone who could use a kind word. 

 

Gwen Fowler  SC Lakes & January 17:  Gwen Fowler    Four Days Away From My Mountain Paradise
Haven’t we all had a similar feeling when we leave home? No? Maybe it’s time for a short break. 

 

KenKen Semler    The Next Normal in Home Construction Is Already Taking Shape

This makes so much sense!!!

 

 

GilbertRealtorGilbert Realtor Bill Salvatore What is the Difference Between-Short Sale and a Bank Owned Property?

Good explanation from Bill!

 

 

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Don’t forget this month’s challenge…Reject, Rejoice, Renew hosted by Leanne Smith and Carol Williams

 

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New to ActiveRain?  Be sure to read Getting Started on ActiveRain by Kat Palmiotti!

 

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Thanks to Carol Williams for this Weekly ZOOM Schedule which she lets me copy and paste into my post. 

January 20th - Roundtable Discussion
Hosted by: Debe Maxwell   

January 27th - Part II - All About Modular Construction
By: Ken Semler  

Here is the ongoing link to each Zoom meeting

11:00 a.m. Pacific time (Arizona, same as Pacific until Nov 3rd)!

12:00 p.m. Mountain time   (Arizona, as of Nov. 3rd)

1:00 p.m. Central time

2:00 p.m. Eastern time

Please don’t forget to check out these very informative posts as well:

Carol Williams Second Chance Saturday-Carol highlights posts suggested by other members.

Liz and Bill Spear and the weekly Ask An Ambassador posts!

Thank you for letting me do what I love to do...learn something new every day. 

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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

Thank you Kathy Streib , you are very kind to include me in this group. As always, I feel very honored.

Jan 18, 2026 04:59 AM
Kathy Streib

Bob "RealMan" Timm You are very welcome. I love the message you shared. 

Jan 18, 2026 10:49 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I see quite a few posts that I have already read and enjoyed this past week, but I don't see any that I missed that I am itching to go back and check out, haha.  You know my rule, I enjoy supporting those who also enjoy supporting me, so I stick with that plan in the Rain!  I love supporting you!!!

Jan 18, 2026 05:00 AM
Kathy Streib

HI Brian England Thank you!!!  Hope you're relaxing and enjoying your Sunday.

Jan 18, 2026 10:50 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

Kathy, Always like to take a peek at your suggestions to see if there's anyone I'd like to start commenting with.

Jan 18, 2026 05:24 AM
Kathy Streib

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 every week is different!!! 

Jan 18, 2026 10:50 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Kathy... nine for me today! I'll take it! Wishing you and Larry a lovely Sunday.

Jan 18, 2026 05:37 AM
Kathy Streib

Nina Hollander, Broker I'm debating making your popcorn recipe this week. He used to have popcorn twice a week. 

Jan 18, 2026 10:51 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kathy Streib I'd make it myself, Kathy, if I didn't have such a busy few days ahead of me. The problem is I'd have to eat it all myself as my husband refuses to eat popcorn.

Jan 18, 2026 11:51 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Kathy. Must say not a bad weekend for me. Yesterday I had caught all but one of Carol's second chance posts. This morning I caught more than I missed. This year my score is already better than all of last year. Enjoy your day.

Jan 18, 2026 05:43 AM
Kathy Streib

Wayne Martin could it be that as the grandchildren get a little older, you have a little more time to read?? 

Jan 18, 2026 10:55 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy not a lot of additional reading this week.  Good picks as always.

Jan 18, 2026 05:57 AM
Kathy Streib

George Souto Thank you!!!  Hope you're staying warm. 

Jan 18, 2026 10:56 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Retired Broker, Wenatchee, WA

Good morning, Kathy.
You've put together another fine round-up of posts from the week! Thanks for doing this for the last umpteen years! 😊

Jan 18, 2026 06:35 AM
Kathy Streib

Carol Williams Thanks!  And you too, for your Second Chance posts!!!

Jan 18, 2026 10:57 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Sunday morning, Kathy. Thank you very much for your recommendations.

Jan 18, 2026 06:56 AM
Kathy Streib

Roy Kelley You're very welcome. Hello to Chef Dolores.

Jan 18, 2026 10:58 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Thank you for including my post in this week's list! I appreciate you!

Jan 18, 2026 06:57 AM
Kathy Streib

Kat Palmiotti you're very welcome. I did try the digital and analog on Grok and had the same results you did. 

Jan 18, 2026 12:09 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Kathy Streib - looks like another great lineup of posts. I managed to read many of them. 

Jan 18, 2026 08:12 AM
Kathy Streib

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist That's wonderful!  Hope your weekend is going well.

Jan 18, 2026 12:10 PM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP
Big Block LPT Realty 858.232.8722 - San Diego, CA
Coastal San Diego, Veteran's & Retirees Services

Some tasty choices you've curated for us this week - thank you Kathy Streib 😊

Jan 18, 2026 08:41 AM
Kathy Streib

Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP Thank YOU. I hope you know how much we enjoyed your Zoom presentation. 

Jan 18, 2026 12:11 PM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP

Oh I do and with much gratitude - I was beyond  flattered at all the comments and additional blog posts it spawned! Ailina Nelson and I will try to "wow them" again in May!

Jan 19, 2026 07:38 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

Thank you for the additional exposure, but really what was so hard to imagine about my talents, Kathy Streib ?

Jan 18, 2026 10:05 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Honored to have made your list this week, thank you for sharing the information. Wishing you continued success. Have a wonderful day and sell a house. Bill

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Jan 18, 2026 11:29 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Kathy, did pretty good at reading this week - read 6 of these, and enjoyed them.

Jan 18, 2026 12:13 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

Thanks for including my post, Kathy. You do a great job for us so we can stay caught up.

Jan 18, 2026 12:30 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

You definitely have a solid top 10 here and I can’t wait to either visit or revisit them!

Jan 18, 2026 08:57 PM
Matthew Klinowski, PA
Downing Frye Realty - Naples, FL
Naples Golf Guy | Find Your Dream Lifestyle

Thanks for another great round of posts Kathy!

Jan 21, 2026 05:26 AM
Kelly McGovern
Realty Concierge International - Bellingham, MA
Working with Kelly is a good move

Thanks for featuring my Sheet of Ice and Frozen Shoulder blog!  The ice here in MA is getting worse.  I'm thankful I don't have any buyers actively getting out there every weekend.  I missed a couple of your others so I'm going back now to check them out.  Thanks for putting these lists together.  They are very helpful.

Jan 21, 2026 09:13 AM