As I reflect on years gone by, past Thanksgivings and family gatherings there is one thing that has not changed, even during these uncertain times we currently face, and that is the love we hold in our hearts for our family and friends. Oh yes...The winds are beginning to howl out there and it's getting colder. Soon the snow will be flying all around us. Hopefully not as thick and deep as 2007. But keep in mind there is one thing we can count on. There will always be someone with open arms and an open door to welcome you home. Even if some of you chose not to go there. Remember, "Home Is Where The Heart Is." -LAU
Coastal REO Solutions - Myrtle Beach Short Sales & REO's - Myrtle Beach, SC
Great start to AR -- Happy Thanksgiving -- Be careful AR can be addictive -- JE
Nov 27, 2008 12:25 AM
Keller Williams Greater Omaha - Omaha, NE
Welcome to ActiveRain!
If you would like a few tips on getting the most out of ActiveRain, please visit my blog Welcome to Active Rain. It has a few simple steps of what to do now that you have joined.
If you ever have any questions, just let me know.
Troy Trumm
Nov 27, 2008 12:27 AM
Keller Williams Realty Spartanburg - Spartanburg, SC
Spartanburg SC Short Sale Specialist
Hello Laurie and welcome to active rain, Here you can find more information than you will ever be able to read. Make sure you block few minutes everyday to learn from other AR members and to share your knowledge as well. Have a happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 27, 2008 12:12 PM
LS Rogers Realty - Richardson, TX
Welcome to the Rain. You'll find it to be the most sharing and supportive group of its kind anywhere. Congratulations on your first post. Enjoy.
Nov 27, 2008 02:25 PM
Paramount Residential Mortgage Group, Inc - Lake City, FL
KEIRE Realty Group - Manassas, VA
Principal Broker/Owner
Hello Laurie,
Welcome to Active Rain and congrats on your first post! The opportunities to learn and network are incredible here. Best of luck to you!
-Keith
Nov 27, 2008 03:29 PM
Signature Home Funding - Winter Haven, FL
Winter Haven Mortgage Broker
Hi Laurie, and Welcome to the Rain!
Kevin Sandridge, here. I joined the Active Rain community not too long ago myself and wanted to drop a line to share some of the good vibes and welcome wishes I have received already.
I'm very excited about this community - basically because folks seem so willing to help out, provide industry insight, and share their good news and experiences!
When I started out on Activer Rain, I felt a little overwhelmed. I hope the following points and suggested sites will help bring you into the mix! Just my way of saying that I'm glad you're here.
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One: Be sure to include a good amount of information on your profile page. Check out the profiles on other Realtor's sites here on Active Rain who are listed as "Featured" or "Tops" in their area (look for high point totals). You'll find that this will seriously boost your presence on ActiveRain - via the added points.
Two: I urge you to keep blogging on this site! You will be AMAZED at the awesome feedback you receive very soon after they hit the network! I use Google Reader to subscribe to blogs that provide me with ideas about what I'd like to comment on - both industry wise and just for fun! Check it out. I am more than willing to step you through the site and to help you get a few more blog posts generated if you wish - as a way of adding some value and paying forward some good networking vibes! :)
Three: Be sure to add in a good number of posts about what you think and consider pertinent regarding your area of expertise! You'll notice that many if not all of the Featured posting bloggers here on AR do this.
Lastly, I do quite a lot of work via social networks, email campaigns, and relationship building. If I can ever be of any assistance, don't hesitate to ask.
Here are a few great sites to visit (some of my favorites). If you like the information they provide, be sure to let them know I sent you!
- Bloodhoung Blog - Greg Swann, Bloodhound Realty (They also offer a FREE RE Blog Service!) Note: These guys are way, way, way ahead of the curve. Hold on tight. It's gonna be a wild ride!
- Real Estate Tomato - site maintained by Jim Cronin. A must see for new Real Estate Bloggers!
- Seth Godin's Blog - The Reigning Permission Marketing Guru. Check out his latest book, Tribes!
- The Real Estate Zebra - Daniel Rothamel is a one of a kind inspiration in the Real Estate Blogging arena. Do yourself a favor and check out his site.
- Jeff Turner's Main Page - Jeff is always on top of what's happening in the world of social networking and media! Absolutely make this page a part of your learning experience!
- The Florida Mortgage Blogger - Ok - so I had to plug my own site! Check it out. Would love to have you on as a subscriber!
Looking forward to what you'll share with us all here on Active Rain! :)
Blessings,
Kevin Sandridge
Winter Haven, FL
Nov 27, 2008 06:44 PM
Keller Williams Realty - Spartanburg, SC
Great start on ActiveRain! Welcome and thanks for sharing your thoughts and ideas.
Nov 27, 2008 11:44 PM
Mountain Country Realty - Lake Arrowhead, CA
Welcome to Active Rain and congrats on your first post. Be sure to spend some time looking around at what and how others are blogging here - it is a great education and lots of fun. Looks like you're off to a great start...keep it up!
Nov 28, 2008 02:50 AM
Van West Realty - Greenville, SC
Co-Founder/Co-Owner
Hello, welcome to Active Rain! This seems like a wonderful environment to network as well as learn from others. I hope you enjoy yourself and participate often in the Active Rain environment!
Nov 28, 2008 01:48 PM
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