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You might also be asking why home staging is so effective if you've experienced it and the answer is “It’s all in the eyes of the beholder”. The perceived value of a home when staged is increased dramatically due to the buyers perception of value of a properly package product. Just … (2 comments)
We have been asked questions like "If I update my bathroom or kitchen, how much will that add to the value of my home." The truth is, depending on what you do, the quality of the work done, and what market you live in, has an influence over exactly how much return you'll … (2 comments)
Here are a few additional approvals we have recently received in the last month... For all of you that are discouraged with short sales and the process, they do close if you're willing to hang in there or are working with a team that understands them.
This is what I heard while walking my dog the other day past a "for sale by owner". As he was yelling it into the house for his wife to hear. As he went on to say "they promise you the world then they put their sign on the lawn and … (27 comments)
Last Saturday; I did me best to stay out of the proverbial Dog House with my loved ones and friends, by not working. All my current clients were caught up - nothing was going on that needed to happen. I was even planning on answering the phone as very little as … (1 comments)
F R E E T R A I N I N G F O R R E A L E S T A T E P R O F E S S I O N A L S 
Recently I have stepped into a short sale to get it to closing..as a matter of fact finally we were able to place the property in pending status..because we received our approval letter. HOORAY!
Wow, what a response I have had to my Blog!
How do I know. Because I"m a flipper. Albiet a novice flipper. We're on house #1 with one sold, one rented and one in renovation scheduled to hit the market mid-Oct.
OK, so the question is are you certified or qualified? So what does it mean to be certified.
I just finished watching Dave Linegar on RSN and was amazed at some of the things he discussed. According to NAR;
Many Realtors have faced the same daily feeling of "should I stay or should I go" during the past year. You keep paying for your dues, license fees, required continuing education, advertising, insurance, supplies, and let's not forget, gas, while feeling like a hamster running in a wheel. 
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We are some lucky people to live in this wonderful country of ours. I truly appreciate our Soldiers and their families. I have been trying to think of a good way to let them know how much I appreciate them fighting for our freedom and risking their lives to make mine … (8 comments)
On Tuesday, September 9th, Cutler Real Estate lent some much needed assistance as staff and agents volunteered and participated in the annual United Way Day of Caring and Sharing. The Red Cross in Canton had an urgent need to have the carpets cleaned in their building on 5th St, and also their buses sorely needed a … (0 comments)
Friday night we spent some time with my wife's Grandmother. She recently turned 92 years old and is undoubtedly one of the most cheerful people you'll ever meet. When asked how she's doing, she'll smile from ear to ear and respond in one of two ways "Everything's wonderful. No complaints." or … (74 comments)
We want YOU to have a unique Staging experience. Do not stage your home until you have looked at our services first. As experienced real estate stagers, we take great pride in what we do.
Homes are selling in this market. With our combined efforts, we are unsurpassed with customer satisfaction, … (0 comments)
As I looked around the Expo Hall this year I couldn't help but wonder - Where have all the Realtors gone? Attendance was down about 25% over last year. Where they out working with buyers and sellers and too busy to attend their convention? Or is today's economy and business just … (11 comments)
A week ago we started discussing the impact of women in leadership roles in real estate and now a week later we have an incredible list of 100 nominations of women that have and are making the mark on our industry. Congratulations to all nominees!
A new online community has formed which is providing ordinary people just like you, a chance to earn long term, high volume residualincome.
All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of The National Association of Realtors are allowed to call themselves Realtors. You should choose a Realtor because they all follow a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge in … (0 comments)
With gas prices high, bicycles flying out of stores and a buyers’ market for houses, a handful of real estate agents around the country are touting the two-wheeled appeal of their listings.
Some even show houses exclusively by bike, wheeling through the neighborhood with potential buyers to show off bike lanes … (1 comments)
Recently, I read a blog, a good one too. The writer, Realtor Pacita Dimacali, wrote about how a couple she was working with lost a home they really liked because they made a low-ball offer, regardless, of the advice that Pacita provided to educate and inform the clients of what they … (8 comments)
We just completed the 2nd day of our 2008 Realtor Convention of the Dakotas. Even though it's not over yet I have to give a "Hat's Off" to Scott Louser as program Chair and all the folks that helped him pull this off. Normally I'm the last one to look forward … (0 comments)
Well you don't have to worry about AIG bringing down the Dow Jones Industrial Average anymore...the Ritz cracker just ate AIG. Yep, Kraft Foods will replace AIG in the Dow Jones next week. We've gone from insurance to mac and cheese. At least my 3 kids, all under the age of … (0 comments)
Make sure to congratulate them if you do!
I notice on a regular basis how much misunderstanding there is about real esate agents and what they do (or what they don't do!) I want to clear the air and compile a list of common misunderstandings about our true, professional abilities. Let's de-myth everything from how we get paid to … (0 comments)
NO MORE CRAPPY MAPS!!!!State of the Art Google Terrain Maps(Fastest generation 3 maps are here. Terrain features)Built in Local Search Directory(Instant access to local restaurants, hotels, banks, and more)Saved Search with instant Super IDX notify email(Drag and Drop saved search with state of the art search and notify email tools)Advanced 2-way … (0 comments)
Hello everyone how is it going today. I have been reading and watching the news with deep sadness and shock. Hurricane Ike, though a very short name, packed a powerful 1-2 punch to Galveston And Houston. From what I read 4 blocks of homes and businesses closest to the Gulf were literally … (0 comments)
Good morning! I think the federal bail-out of the A.I.G. Corporation will do us Realtors some good in the long run ~ what do y'all think? At least the Feds are trying to stop some of the bleeding, which gives me hope.
I was recently reading some interesting information about the last seller's market we experienced. The article mentioned a few things I had not previously given much thought. But the one thing that really jumped out at me was the fact that during the fastest and most-drastically peaking seller's market on … (6 comments)
We'd like to know how many realtors closely track interest rates. We understand it is the mortgage professionals duty to handle the loan side, but is the interest rate your client is receiving important to you? Would you rather not know what your client's interest rate is? Why or why not?
I have many clients contact me that are interested in buying a home in the South Bay and they've often read headlines that often don't give them an accurate picture of the South Bay. The reality is that there are many individual real estate markets in the South Bay based primarily … (0 comments)
REALTOR to REALTOR Mortgage Deals in Florida
Okay, so I haven't blogged much lately, but Mike O'Hara gave me some inspiration to get back in the game. Or maybe I should just save my energy and forward this straight to MTV's Pimp My Ride. Just as we were finishing a Boot Camp Meeting and getting ready to begin … (0 comments)
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There's a new listing in my neighborhood. I noticed it a couple of weeks ago when I walked by as the sign was not a familiar sign in the yard, and I had never heard of the Broker before. I won't say the whole Broker's name, but within the title is … (68 comments)
Open house is my number one way to reach people.
Wow
This last week I had the (1st) opportunity to get burned by a buyer. She was under an Exclusive Right to Represent contract (she totally understood the contract because she questioned it line upon line which I diligently explained to her. After showing her 25+ homes over a 3 week period, I called her after … (60 comments)
I have blogged recently about my frustration with agents that work part time. Something always slips through the cracks. 
I am pleased to announce that I have been nominated to serve on the Cleveland Area Board of Realtors as a Director. I am honored, and I am pleased to serve.
AABOR moved! Yes they did. Over a month ago. The new building is located @: is 565 Wolf Ledges Pkwy.
I know most agents have these types of stories from their experiences, but I will never forget (fairly early in my real estate career) the appointment I made, from a strong referral, for a listing . I foolishly assumed I was the agent of choice, since I came highly recommended, and the prospective … (5 comments)
One of the most satisfying part of my work as a home stager is providing consultations to homeowners who need that extra info on what they should do to get their home ready for selling. Often their homes are already on the market and they don't understand why viewings are not turning into offers.
Can anyone tell me what the point accumulation on Active rain is for? Is it just for fun or is there a benefit that who ever has the most points win? I thought we were here to network, but I keep reading articles on illegal blogging just to get points.
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Where did all the ActiveKEYs go? They must have married all the Supra Lock boxes 
Have you ever had one of those days? Well, I had one yesterday and just had to share it with someone. Don't worry - I won't go into every detail - I promise to just hit the highlights.
Seriously, folks, don’t you expect to get “service” and “results” when you hire a “professional”? The real question you should ask any real estate agent is “What do you do to assure me great service and results?” When someone boasts that they give good service, or that they provide results for … (0 comments)
First and foremost to my fellow Realtors in Texas and your family's I want to say that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you effected by the Hurricane. I am a Realtor in Georgia and yesterday I went into a convenience store and heard this woman stating that this … (2 comments)
The other day I was talking with a real estate agent. I asked how business was. They responded that it was dead. Nothing was happening because their phone was not ringing.
Dear Agents, Thank you for sharing this moment with us as we open our doors to the public. We're thrilled to announce a brand new web 2.0 directory for real estate agents, RealtorListr.com. The Internet is a huge messy place at times. Realtor directories are a dime a dozen - attractive, … (0 comments)
CNNMoney.com reports that 91,000 families lost their homes in August. I really have no foundation, nor concrete data to make this statement, but I think that's BS!
So it has been a week since the feds came in and took over Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. While it will obviously take some time to know the long term repercussions I wanted to look at some of the immediate reactions to the move.
Posted by: CJ Harrington
According to the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors (GGAR) multiple listing service (MLS) there are currently 244 single family homes for sale in the Powdersville area. The Powdersville area in in Anderson County, South Carolina and is in the Anderson District 1 schools (Wren School District). From August 1, 2008 to August 31, 2008, 13 … (0 comments)
Buying a home is one of the biggest investments people make, and the process usually begins with choosing a real estate agent. According to the 2007 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, 79 percent of recent buyers used a real estate professional, while only 7 percent bought the house directly from … (0 comments)