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New Agent Action Plan
Did you know there is a tax credit available to you? The government has issued a tax credit for all first-time home buyers until July 2009, so if you are thinking of buying a home soon, you should ACT Now. Here is a summary from their website. Call me now and … (0 comments)
I am going to be locked up for a GREAT cause. It is for the MDA drive. I need your help. I have only until this coming Wednesday ,Nov 12th to raise more money. I don't care how much you can donate, just PLEASE help. If you can find God in your … (0 comments)
I have also been working with several LENDERS on helping with Short Sales...(Wells Fargo is real good to work with) and the process is sometimes quite simple to put a halt on the Foreclosure...and that is having the Homeowners fill out information on their LACK of ability to pay back the … (0 comments)
I just started blogging and answering blogs. I answer blogs based on what interests me or if I have information that I think will assist, answer a question, or give advice from past experience. 
I am interested to receive some feedback on which links are most beneficial to use when placing them on various blogs and link exchanges. I have 2 vanity names that I use to forward my customers to my company websites.
Over the past couple years I have closed many transactions where I am both the buyers and sellers agent and act as a neutral party for both in the transaction. It has worked out well and truly a win-win for both parties and both parties have walked away happy.
Our world is changing. The financial markets are in turmoil. None of the rules seem to apply any more. Sadly, this is affecting many folks on an individual basis. Due to circumstances beyond their control, many people today are unable to make their mortgage payments on time. Good, hard working people … (1 comments)
Guys and gals, I am stumped. I need your help. I don't want to make this a question and answer column but I am looking for some questions that will help me write my article. I may be my own worst critic but I am excited about some columns and not … (0 comments)
These "troubled times" are looking vaguely familiar (judging solely by my history books, and not firsthand accounts). I think it behooves us not to panic. Rather, we should 1. Trust in God, and 2. Learn from the past.
Lately, seeing as ALL of our political leaders are too busy lying about each other, I've … (1 comments)
Short Sales
I am still using the good old fashioned pen and paper; I have heard things about ACT, Office Outlook 2007 with Business Contact Manager, ETC. I want to know what you think is the absolute most productive real-estate client pipeline tracking system.
I have been watching a lot of PBS lately, because even though it has a natural liberal bias, at least they are not afraid to ask the tough questions to both parties and present most of the whole story. I caught part of the interview that Charlie Rose did with Warren Buffett. I … (0 comments)
Hello All!
Hello Real Estate Professionals,
Our Country is in a mess and the leaders of our country refuse to listen to the Americans who voted them in. Our Country was founded on the belief of One Nation under God. What has happened to our country? Even our currency has IN GOD WE TRUST printed on it, … (6 comments)
Coming up with fresh ideas to blog about can sometimes take more time than writing the blog itself.
With the falling economy and everyone scared out of their minds to even try to get lending or especially sell their home and winter coming up is there something I can do to keep my business going through these months? Is the question on everyone's minds? I have almost been in … (9 comments)
I have only been on here a couple of days. The wealth of knowledge that is shared here is overwhelming. I have learned soooo much. I am having to take notes so that I can remember it all. I would like to personally thank everybody on here for their participation and … (9 comments)
I have just started in real estate about 3 months ago. I have been actively going after FSBO's & expireds, have a good geographic farm that I'm mailing to on a consistent basis, and trying to get as much training as possible. However, each day I tend to think that there … (6 comments)
I logged onto Google the other day, like I do so many times a day and I noticed a link below the search bar that read: Project 10 to the 100th is a call for ideas to change the world by helping as many people as possible. Sounded interesting so I … (2 comments)
You may remember that a young woman was recently abductedfrom a Target parking lot in Overland Park , a suburb ofKansas City . Her body was discovered many miles away inMissouri . They were able to locate her by the sequence ofcell phone towers that picked up her cell phone location.She … (0 comments)
I have been spending a lot of time posting ads all over the Internet on the free advertising websites like Kijiji and Craig's list. On Kijiji, my ads have had over 300 hits in one month but not ONE single phone call or email.
Google's latest and most amazing idea to date is their contest Project 10 to the 100th. The project is named after the term for 10 to the 100th power aka Googol--ring a bell? This contest gives you the opportunity for fame, fortune, and the right to say that you helped more … (2 comments)
North Carolinians,
A WOMAN CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT HOPE! This is why it is so critical that the The Breast Cancer society is there, helping women through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. This is why you are called, and we believe, why you want to help. All of understand the … (0 comments)
The job of the non-profit distressed Homeowner Counselor is to inform you about all the options that may be available for you to save or sell your home and to inform you about the possible consequences. Counselors can be found by contacting the HOPE Alliance or by contacting your local City … (0 comments)
The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (Minnesota Housing) has awarded Anoka County over five million dollars for low interest mortgages available only to first time home buyers. The First Time Home Buyers Program offers mortgages with interest rates and terms that make monthly payment affordable.
Today my hubby has been in heaven. First there was the football game, then the golf, now there's racing. He even watched some golf shots on UTUBE. He surfed back and forth between the football and golf and is now watching the racing. I cannot get him to budge from his … (7 comments)
Most people looking for homes today will start by looking on the Internet. I believe the latest numbers from Realtor.com is that over 70% of home buyers search for a home on the Internet before they contact an agent. What I want to tell you "the 1st time home buyer" is … (1 comments)
Happy Friday!
A few weeks ago, I came across an Active Rain post from a very nice Realtor named Debra Brooks from Huntsville, TX who was very upset with the lender on a purchase transaction. Yes, it was another one of those infamous 11th hour loans blowing up again as I mentioned in … (0 comments)
Windsor-born journalist Kim Zarzour and author Sharon E. McKay co-wrote a 514-page book entitled Good To Go: A Practical Guide to Adulthood. The book provides tips on how to do everything from boiling water to managing your finances. It's geared toward young adults trying to make it on their own for … (0 comments)
Who knew being married to a (former) Math Teacher would haunt me for life!
Well, they say it ain't (please excuse the poor grammar) bragging if it's true, so here goes...
I am a full time Realtor, but I also do a little computer consulting on the side.
Loan Modification.
How are you using Facebook, My Space & Linkedin so that they all work together or connect in a cohesive way? 
This is Isaiah, He has a horrible disease. I hope you help!
Please read the following, knowing that I found out it was a scam after I posted it. Also, please know that the poem contained herein is an altered version of one written by Sally Meyer in 1999. I have included her original version in a comment below, with her permission. 
Let me say one thing. I am not afraid to ask for help. I'd like to think if I was lost I'd ask for directions, but I don't get lost......Well not anymore now that my wife bought me a GPS.
Hi Everyone,
Promote Safe Loan Modification Standards..... We believe that the loan modification process can beneficial to both the consumer and lender when it is done for long term affordability.Preserve the American Dream.....Homeownership has and always will be part of the American Dream. We strive to fix loans and keep people in their … (15 comments)
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We have all read about the homeowner who has taken out the 50 year, interest only, adjustable loan 3 years ago and now that the payment is recasting, they can no longer afford their home. It seems you can't read a blog or newspaper article about homeowners, and not find one … (3 comments)
1-800-GOT-JUNK? works with realtors on a daily basis. Real Estate Agents use us at all different phases of the transaction process. Realtors love us because we are reliable, on-time, employ friendly, customer focused employees, and most importantly, we do ALL the labor and cleanup. Most realtors that use us are not even on the job site when … (0 comments)
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WE ALL DO IT.
This is a fun story for me. I have a short sale being negotiated with Countrywide. I also have the buyer who is getting a loan with Countrywide. I have let all the representatives know that this sale could be very beneficial to them since they will turn their money around.
You know, I went to hear this speach Wed. about how to effectively over come objections and CLOSE MORE SALES. It was actually pretty helpfull, and, even though I had heard much of what Mr. Mark McClure had to say, it is always good to refresh your memory. So I wanted … (11 comments)
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Seems like anyone can get a loan these days using http://www.fakepaycheckstubs.com
Many, many, many of my Clients are in real estate as Realtors, home inspectors, plumbers, electricians, pool professionals, and the like. I commented in someone else's blog about how to find their Clients, but I thought the subject warranted a blog of its own.
WHAT'S THE POINT ANYWAY?
Demand Passage of SB-1306 for a 2 Year Moratorium to Stop all Foreclosures and Evictions in Michigan!!!
One out of every 11 mortgage holders in the U.S. in now delinquent on their payments or are in foreclosure. People who don't even have subprime mortgages and just are obligated to … (0 comments)
Just like every home inspector I think I know what Realtors want. Pretty smug I'd say, but just like Mel Gibson I'm pretty clueless. I mean it really doesn't matter what I think, I do my job to provide home buyers and sellers with information. That's what I do.
Since this is a place for new bloggers to try out blogging, get feedback and express our early thoughts, I hope this falls under the acceptable guidelines. Don't know.
I have started a group on Yahoo that is to help promote the exchange of ideas specifically for the Atlanta metro area. I would love for anyone who works as an agent in Atlanta, GA to join this new group so that we can develop it as a positive influence on … (3 comments)
The situation that I am in is with my landlord. He is ready to put about 8 properties into bankruptcy. My lease actually ends on 9-1-08. He is holding off on the house that I am currently in because I am trying to purchase it as a short sale. I sent … (8 comments)
Behind on your Payments? If the answer is YES!
I am asking for a very simple favor with no cost involved, other than a few moments of your time. Hailey Schweinberg is an amazing little girl. She lost her brother 7 years ago to his congenital heart defects. The family started the Jason Schweinberg Memorial Classic in order to raise money … (4 comments)
There is NEVER enough to say about the opportunities Down Payment Assistance provides families. On October 1, 2008 allowance for Down Payment Assistance comes to an end. H.R. 6694 was introduced to allow for down payment assistance to continue benefiting buyers and sellers alike. Proponents of removing Down Payment Assistance Programs … (0 comments)
So over the weekend, I was thinking about some new ideas that I think people in the real estate industry would be interested in and while I came up with a few, I would rather write about things that you would want.
I just wanted to give a big THANK YOU to Bob. For a few days none of my points were registering. I was stuck at 16547 forever, at least it felt like forever. I sent in a couple of emails asking for help. However I got automatic emails from AR stating … (7 comments)
The Fair Housing of Riverside County recently opened a satellite office in the Murrieta Public Library to help homeowners who are stuck with mortgage loans they can no longer afford. Jesse Limon will head up the new office and bring his many years of experience in the mortgage business to assist … (3 comments)
Have you run into clients , that messed up their credit because someone told them to not pay their mortgage, credit Card or other obligation ? Went to a meeting or some sorts of motivational bla bla?
"From Him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work." - Ephesians 4:16
As a local REO REALTOR servicing South West Riverside County from offices in the Hemet-San Jacinto Valley, John Occhi has went and done it again – grown faster than his team of seasoned REALTORS can keep up with.
Whether training agents, loan officers or appraisers, it is the owner's responsibility to provide the very best training possible. It is then up to those individuals to learn. We all have a duty to the public to provide the very best service. I want my staff to think of themselves as … (0 comments)
In this post I'll discuss the major components of the recently passed legislation called "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008." Keep in mind that this legislation is almost 700 pages long, so these are the key points. If you would like a more in depth analysis just drop me an … (8 comments)
This may very well be the first step in the demise of my career. Venting is usually a good thing right?
Is this the wrong place with the right message? I guess we will see.
I know some of you Realtors are out in the industry making things happen.
I realize … (0 comments)
Keller Williams Greenville Central is having a Blood Drive with the Blood Connection on Tuesday August 19th from 1:15pm to 4:15pm. The bus will be at 421 SE Main Street in Simpsonville. All donors will receive a T-shirt! We have a sign-up sheet and if you would like a certain time, … (0 comments)
Just wanted to tell the world how great - Brother Printers - customer support is! When someone deserves a gold star - I want to give it to them
I the spirit of forever improving, which should lead to more sales, I would really like to pick your brains as Realtors.