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More Than Just a Number Can Mean Just That

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More Than Just a Number Can Mean Just That

Over the past month, I have been eyeing the points total on my homepage and wondering when and how was I going to step into another category.

Would I back into it with a comment made or received, or after working a challenge. 

As I looked at the tally today, I knew exactly how I wanted it done, with a post that would be representative of the effort consistent with the first one.

My Way

Everyone does there thing on the platform and while it may not garner the appeal it once had, the networking possibilities offered as well as growth in learning and ultimately exposure are still very strong.

I have always learned sooner and more effectively on the platform than the national balloon banner I carried offered, and they were always high on education.

The transitions of ownership caused me to step away as I had issues supporting an owner that was more for taking than giving. But the slightly prodigal son returned and there was a very slight drop off in learning and interacting and the friendships offered are unmatched.

I know I won't reach the next big 5 number, but I do know I have a few more posts within and smiles created by reading my friends efforts.

 

More Than Just a Number Can Mean Just That

 

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Edward (Ed) Silva

 Retired Real Estate Broker

 

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Congratulations, Ed, on this amazing milestone. Goes to show how committed you've been to your presence and participation on this platform.

Mar 19, 2026 07:36 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Thanks, Nina Hollander, Broker   now I get to sit at the big table with the rest of the special people

Mar 20, 2026 04:31 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 you're always welcome at my table, my friend!

Mar 20, 2026 06:19 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Wow, Nina Hollander, Broker   that's really going to make me Special Ed

Mar 20, 2026 06:27 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 😂

Mar 20, 2026 06:28 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

Not to mention Nina Hollander, Broker  it's the only way I get to check in with you daily

Mar 19, 2026 08:09 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 💯%! Of course we always text, too!

Mar 19, 2026 08:15 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Ed,

Look at you! 4,000 points is a wonderful milestone! Congratulations!

Mar 19, 2026 10:12 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Yep, Dorie Dillard Austin TX  who'd a thought me with that kind of number

Mar 20, 2026 04:32 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Traveler, Retired, Wenatchee, WA

Congratulations, Ed!
I doubt I'll ever get anywhere close to that number, but I'm plugging along. 

Mar 19, 2026 11:45 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Carol Williams If one hangs around long enough it can happen

Mar 20, 2026 04:33 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Ed never say never!  You probably like me did not expect to hit the 4,000,000 milestone.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Mar 19, 2026 12:30 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

George Souto   Thank you, when started, it was more like, will I ever get to 10,000

Mar 20, 2026 04:34 AM
George Souto

Ed those first 10,000 points for me seemed like they took forever.  Members are able to gain points much faster than we use to back then.

Mar 20, 2026 01:36 PM
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

Hitting the 4 million mark is no small thing Ed. . Congratulations, That kind of consistency and showing up day after day really says it all!

Mar 19, 2026 01:14 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400  can I say its because of bad programming on TV?

Mar 20, 2026 04:35 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 Congratulations on your accomplishment for passing the 4,000,000 points milestone. Next goal to pass the 5,000,000 points.

Mar 19, 2026 01:27 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

John Pusa   I don't see that happening, but thanks for the good wishes.

Mar 20, 2026 04:36 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Ed, did not notice you were approaching this huge number, and CONGRATS on hitting 4 MILLION!

Mar 19, 2026 04:38 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner  I wasn't paying attention, but when I saw it attainable, why not?

Mar 20, 2026 04:38 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Ed, more than a number it is your support and presence and your crazy sense of humor that make your membership immeasurable. 

Mar 19, 2026 04:42 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Kathy Streib   What do you mean crazy?  Not true, I was tested!

Mar 20, 2026 04:39 AM
Patricia Feager
Appraisal Review Board, Denton County, TX - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 - It's not easy to reach 4M. I often wonder if I'll ever get there. 

You've certainly put in a lot of effort, and you didn't waste time in networking. Over the years you made many friends and shared a lot of good information about your area. 

Cheers to your years of commitment. 

Mar 19, 2026 11:02 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Thanks Patricia Feager .  I just looked at your tally,  😡 and if you just log in daily and comment you can hit 4,000,000 in 1,046 days. If you blog daily, you reduce it to 2 1/2 years, and every comment you get after that reduces it faster.

Mar 20, 2026 05:05 AM
Patricia Feager

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 - I am very happy (not jealous) of your achievements. As for myself, I think I do more than my share of commenting, writing blog posts, and participating. I started in 2010, the same year Michael Jacobs, Brian England, and Kat Palmioti began. I'm happy for everyone and definitely not angry. I stay motivated and interact even with Newbies. My day will come.  

Mar 20, 2026 07:43 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Congrats on crossing over the 4M point mark, it shows that you have been active in the Rain for quite some time!

Mar 20, 2026 07:43 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Brian England  Actually, I have been here for  a while, but had times when the lapses were large and if not for that I would have been over the 5 million mark.

Mar 24, 2026 05:16 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

WOW, Ed!! Hitting the 4 MILLION point mark on ActiveRain isn’t just impressive--it’s a true testament to consistency, generosity, knowledge-sharing and showing up for this community day after day.

You don’t stumble into 4M. You earned every single point.

Congratulations on this incredible milestone, Ed — the Rain is stronger (and a whole lot more fun) because you’re in it! 

Mar 23, 2026 07:56 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754

Debe Maxwell, CRS  Thanks, but I know I had lapses. I got my priorities re-established and have tried to be as good as you.  W learn from our family after all

Mar 24, 2026 05:18 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS

Oh, I suck at reciprocity, cuz Ed Silva, 203-206-0754! You are SO much better than I--SO much! 

Mar 24, 2026 07:06 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Ed:

Congratulations on reaching the 4,000,000 point milestone. Just think of all the learning and sharing that's taken place during this journey, and the many relationships that have resulted. 

Jeff

Mar 25, 2026 01:46 PM