sc: This House Doesn't Have Enough Storage! - 07/28/08 01:21 PM
When customers I had went to the perfect house, this was their only objection. When I asked in what way the home didn't have enough, they pointed out that hey had a plethora of Christmas and seasonal decorations as well as the husbands expansive tool collection. The house was plenty big, … (2 comments)
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sc: The Travelers Rest SC Speedway..NASCAR Southern Style - 07/27/08 05:44 PM
Boogity Boogity Boogity!!! Ok Jimmy Johnson and Kyle Bush we ain't! But here in the foothills of the Blue Ridge in Upstate SC, we find plenty to keep us occupied, especially on a Saturday night.
You can relax and enjoy the mountains, hike, fish, camp or picnic at the … (0 comments)
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sc: Do You Have The Confidence? - 07/27/08 01:29 PM
Going through the ups and downs of our industry can really take a toll on one's self esteem and self confidence. I personally have been challenged to go beyond my comfort zone and it does not come without discipline and discomfort.
But in church this morning the pastor made a comment … (3 comments)
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sc: Wizard of Oz - My First Childhood Nightmares! - 07/27/08 07:31 AM
As I contemplate whether or not I'll allow my younger boys to go see The Dark Knight today, I'm reminded of my own first scary movie scenes and my very first (or at least the most memorable) nightmares.
I remember seeing the Wizard of Oz on TV every year. I believe … (8 comments)
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sc: Batty Dilemma! Has Anyone Seen The Dark Knight? - 07/27/08 06:40 AM
I almost went out to see the Dark Knight last night. Almost, that is, until my oldest son, Jacob, overheard me talking about going and he tried really hard to wiggle his way into my plans. He really wanted to go and by the time we were done messing around with … (3 comments)
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sc: First Active Rain Buyer Referral - 07/26/08 08:17 PM
This morning, I received my first buyer referral through the Active Rain network. We have communicated and I responded to her first time home buyer questions. We will meet next week to determine if she feels comfortable working with me. Can't imagine she would not, but then I'm very comfortable with … (12 comments)
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sc: We're Off To Tryon, NC Today! Only 45 Minutes From Greenville, SC! - 07/26/08 10:41 AM
We're off to visit family in Tryon, NC today. We've got family on Hogback Mountain and also on the outskirts of Tryon, near the Block House, which is mostly "horse country". Tryon, NC is only a 45 minute drive North, up HWY 14 from Greenville, SC. You can take the 85 … (1 comments)
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sc: Freddy, Our Wonderful Dog In Greenville, SC! - 07/26/08 10:27 AM
I've noticed a few of my colleagues sharing pictures of their pets recently. I couldn't help but join in on the fun! These are a couple pictures of our loving family member, Freddy. He's a mutt! To the best of our knowledge, he's got a lot of Rhodesian Ridgeback … (2 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities In Piedmont, SC - 07/26/08 10:06 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Piedmont, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Piedmont, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be happy to … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities In Travelers Rest, SC - 07/26/08 10:02 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Travelers Rest, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Travelers Rest, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities In Taylors, SC - 07/26/08 09:59 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Taylors, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Taylors, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be happy to … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities In Greer, SC - 07/26/08 09:55 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Greer, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Greer, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be happy to … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities In Mauldin, SC - 07/26/08 09:51 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Mauldin, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Mauldin, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be happy to … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities In Fountain Inn, SC - 07/26/08 09:47 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Fountain Inn, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Fountain Inn, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities in Simpsonville, SC - 07/26/08 09:42 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Simpsonville, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about Simpsonville, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be happy to … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investment Opportunities in Greenville, SC - 07/26/08 09:37 AM
Real estate investors seeking property in Greenville, SC are encouraged to give us a call! Whether you are seeking a quality Realtor to work with, an investment partner, foreclosures, multi-family units or if you'd just like to chat and learn more about this region, Van West Enterprises, LLC will be happy … (0 comments)
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sc: We've Graduated to A Big Boy Bed! - 07/26/08 06:28 AM
My husband and I had waited til last night to try out the new big boy bed for our son who will be 3 in Oct. While many parents tell me their kids were out of cribs by 1 and a half or at least 2, mine was content to be … (2 comments)
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sc: Any Honda Fit Owners Out There? - 07/25/08 11:24 PM
As I contemplate how the other half lives and drives (the fuel-efficient half, that is), I keep thinking it would be a good thing if I owned a sub-compact, Honda Fit. Then again, I wonder if such a car would be a death trap on four wheels, an overgrown beer … (7 comments)
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sc: Frozen With Indecision...Weeks Away From Foreclosure! - 07/25/08 10:56 PM
About a month and a half ago I began discussions with a FSBO to help him get his home sold. He tried to tell me that his home and property was worth the sale price he was seeking, which was actually about $75k more than the fair market value. I left … (3 comments)
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sc: Friday Night At Barefoot Annies - 07/25/08 09:59 PM
My wife and I took our four boys out tonight to our favorite local coffee shop, Barefoot Annie's. What a great way to hang out with my wife and sons and enjoy some local ambiance and free entertainment! They had an acoustic guitar player on their small stage, singing some great … (1 comments)
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sc: Relocation Specialist - Realtor Serving Simpsonville, SC - 07/25/08 04:47 PM
Relocating to a new city can often be incredibly stressful for you and your family. It certainly was stressful for me and my family when we moved from Irvine, CA to Greenville, SC.
If you are in the process of relocating to Simpsonville, SC, I can help reduce the stress involved … (1 comments)
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sc: Any Golfers Out There? - 07/25/08 04:39 PM
My company is attending an all day event at a new development with a golf course. I must confess, I've always wanted to try golfing and even take my boys out golfing, but I've yet to even try the game.
Does anyone have any advice on the best way to get … (3 comments)
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sc: The Powerful Health Benefits of Green Tea! - 07/25/08 04:21 PM
If you haven't yet heard about the many health benefits of green tea, I highly recommend you take a moment to learn about this amazing beverage!
Please click on these links to discover some of the reported benefits of green tea:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potential_effects_of_tea_on_health
http://chinesefood.about.com/library/weekly/aa011400a.htm
Excerpt from the second link above, to … (3 comments)
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sc: To Flip or Not to Flip if the Deal is Really Good! You tell me....... - 07/25/08 03:37 PM
A 3 bed 2 bath, 1800 sq/ft house on nearly an acre. Great safe area, growing, good schools. Getting it very cheaply. T his will be our third flip if we can get it. The question is whether or not to get it even though our chances of selling right now … (1 comments)
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sc: Relocating to Greenville, SC? I Can Make Your Move Enjoyable And Less Stressful! - 07/25/08 02:24 PM
Relocating to a new city can often be incredibly stressful for you and your family. It certainly was stressful for me and my family when we moved from Irvine, CA to Greenville, SC.
If you are in the process of relocating to Greenville, SC, I can help reduce the stress involved … (0 comments)
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sc: Focused Productivity Workshop With Vaughn Loudenback - 07/25/08 01:17 PM
Today our office enjoyed a visit from a professional productivity coach named Vaughn Loudenback. He covered a very methodical and well organized course outline including key questions we must ask ourselves, how we learn and retain information (and how our prospects learn and retain information about us), how we communicate most … (0 comments)
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sc: Real Estate Investors - Greenville, South Carolina Is A Go! - 07/25/08 12:57 PM
Investors wanted! If you are a residential real estate investor, Greenville, SC is a hot market that you should be investing in! As a skilled Realtor in the area, I have the professionalism, business acumen, knowledge, expertise, listening skills and negotiation skills necessary to help you achieve your investment goals and … (0 comments)
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sc: Who is the best health insurance provider for the self employed? - 07/25/08 07:58 AM
We just got a notification in the mail that our health insurance provider is raising our monthly premiums. Can any fellow Active Rainers share with me who they prefer and use for health insurance coverage for their family? Assuming you too are self-employed, with a family to insure. Any feedback is … (3 comments)
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sc: How do I go from Buyers Specialist to Listing Agent? Need Help! - 07/24/08 07:55 AM
In the Upstate of Greenville and for my team, I'm a Buyer's Special Agent 007. I can lead generate with a passion and convert leads. I can sell dirt to a farmer. But I have absolutely not a clue how to overcome my own objections and do what needs to be … (10 comments)
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sc: Lead Conversion the easy way! Rap + Port = RAPPORT! - 07/23/08 03:17 PM
Ok someone has called off a sign or emailed you with a message that they're interested in buying or selling. Now what.
So many in sales get cold feet at actually having a phone conversation, IE talking WITHOUT the computer. It's very easy in our day and age to let our … (5 comments)
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sc: Rap + Port = Rapport! Lead Conversion - 07/23/08 02:44 PM
Ok someone has called off a sign or emailed you with a message that they're interested in buying or selling. Now what.
So many in sales get cold feet at actually having a phone conversation, IE talking WITHOUT the computer. It's very easy in our day and age to let our … (2 comments)
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sc: Should I or Should I Not Get An Assistant? That IS the Question. - 07/23/08 02:07 PM
When your desk looks like a paper manufacturing plant, your day timer is non existant, your camera sits in a drawer filled with extra batteries, business cards and stamps. There are 5 files each named but the corresponding paperwork for said files is in the abovementioned pile on your desk, You … (3 comments)
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sc: Travelers Rest SC Realtor has a FREE kitten for you! - 07/23/08 01:45 PM
To those of you who know me..I'm the cat lady. If there's a homeless, hungry, abandoned, or even (gawd help me) pregnant cat within 10 miles...they find my house. This is our latest addition (the 8th this year I'm adopting out)and it actually breaks my heart to give her away. But … (2 comments)
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sc: 2008-2009 School Calendar for Charleston County, South Carolina - 07/20/08 10:36 PM
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sc: 2008 South Carolina Sales Tax Holiday - 07/20/08 09:43 PM
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sc: The Do's and the Don'ts to Improve Your Client's Credit Score! - 07/20/08 01:31 AM
Improving a Credit Scores
In my first post on Credit, I talked about the History and Reason why Fannie and Freddie are tightening guidelines, identified the specific guidelines that are being tightened to eliminate higher risk borrowers and identified CREDIT as the guideline that Mortgage Loan Officers can work with … (66 comments)
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sc: 131 Brighton Circle, Easley, South Carolina 29642 - 07/18/08 11:28 PM
Custom brick home with in-ground pool!Location: WestchesterLove to entertain? Then this is the house for you! All brick custom built home. Gleaming hardwood floors in Dining, Family, Kitchen, Breakfast, and Master.Granite coutertops, warming oven, top of the line applicances in Kitchen. Open floor plan with Master on the main. Awesome backyard … (1 comments)
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sc: Change of Seasons - 07/18/08 02:23 PM
The change in Seasons is one reason I like the area I live in, the upstate Greenville, SC Area. My two favorite seasons are Spring and Fall, as I suspect they might be for a lot of people. Winter here is not too cold; January is when we get more of the cold weather. … (3 comments)
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sc: Branch Creek of Summerville SC - 07/17/08 03:00 PM
Branch Creek is conveniently located off of Highway 78 and the Berlin G. Meyers Parkway, and is just one mile from the downtown area of Summerville. It is desirable for many reasons, among them its close proximity to I-26, Dorchester District II schools, and its location close to the new restaurants/stores/etc. slated … (0 comments)
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sc: Don't Worship the Almighty FICO Score! - 07/16/08 07:30 PM
For my entire life my mother who was presented with credit during her 20's always told me: You have to have good credit, build a good credit score so one day you can have a car or a house.
Now I"m about to be 40 and I look at my mother … (8 comments)
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sc: To Improve a Client's Credit, You Must Understand How Credit is Derived. - 07/16/08 06:08 PM
What Credit Scores are Based On.
In my last post, I talked about the History and Reason why Fannie and Freddie are tightening guidelines, identified the specific guidelines that are being tightened to eliminate higher risk borrowers and identified the one guideline, CREDIT, that Mortgage Loan Officers can work … (6 comments)
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sc: A Breath of Fresh Air - 07/16/08 01:44 PM
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sc: The OM - the most beautiful sound in the Universe - 07/15/08 04:22 PM
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sc: The Million Lights Project - 07/15/08 11:58 AM
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sc: Real Estate Investment Partner In Greenville, SC - 07/15/08 09:39 AM
If you are seeking to partner with another investor or a group of investors in the Upstate South Carolina region please do not hesitate to give us a call! Van West Enterprises, LLC is interested in networking with other investors in the region and exploring all opportunities to partner with other … (1 comments)
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sc: Movie Night At Heritage Park! - 07/15/08 09:33 AM
My kids want us to take them to see Jurassic Park at Heritage Park tonight. It's free and open to the public. I was thinking to myself how wonderful this town is and how much we enjoy life here compared to the high stress environment of Southern California. There is such … (1 comments)
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sc: Will Our Trees Live Or Die? - 07/15/08 09:28 AM
This is a post for any tree experts out there...
We dug out two trees from my sister-in-law's land up in Tryon, NC and brought them home to Greenville and planted them.
As we drove them slowly down HWY 14, the trees suffered wind damage to their leaves. We did not … (0 comments)
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sc: Almost There! - 07/15/08 09:10 AM
OK, this is to be filed under that cute little button that says "off topic - humor" as an Active Rain post.
You've been warned that this is "off topic - humor"....
I've got 4 boys. Finally, my youngest is nearly potty-trained! This is a big deal for a parent for … (1 comments)
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sc: Heath Ledger - A Sad Loss! - 07/15/08 09:02 AM
I just read an article on Foxnews.com that said that Heath Ledger's parents watched the movie premier for the Dark Knight. They approved of the movie and they were very pleased with their son's performance. They said that Heath absolutely cherished the opportunity to contribute his vision of what this character … (0 comments)
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sc: Freddie and Fannie are Tightening Guidelines. How Can we Fight Back? - 07/15/08 12:41 AM
The sub-prime mortgage crisisis an on-going problem which continues to demonstrate itself in our current liquidity crisis. As the sub-prime crisis continues to grow, we are seeing a tightening of guidelines to qualify for mortgages to refinance or purchase a home. This is not all bad. I believe that we need … (6 comments)
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sc: Greenville's Weather - 07/14/08 11:36 PM
I could be lucky, I guess, but I have yet to experience any summer heat and humidity that would make me go running for the nearest snow capped mountain! So far, it hasn’t been anything as remotely extreme as some of the people I’ve spoken to would like me to … (0 comments)
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sc: Free Trees! - 07/14/08 09:21 PM
I’m not sure as to why all of a sudden it is happening, but we’ve got little baby trees sprouting up in our front shrubs area in front of our house. Of course, some birds may have dropped some seeds, but all of sudden, we’ve got at least 4 baby … (0 comments)
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sc: Question about Craigslist.com for you Realtor Rainers... - 07/14/08 04:07 PM
Has anyone been using Craigslist.com to advertise their listings? I've used it and have gotten tons of calls. Thanks in advance for all your replies!
Celina Gleason, Realtor - AgentOwned Realty, Manning, SC
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sc: Grampa's Mountain Bike! - Frugality Gone Too Far! - 07/14/08 03:15 PM
I went for a bike ride with my kids yesterday in our neighborhood. I pulled out my really cool mountain bike that is really expensive and really valuable and should never ever be thrown away, given away or sold!
My god! What's wrong with me? My frugality has become insane!
I'm … (6 comments)
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sc: Marshall Reddick Real Estate Investor Seminars - Any Active Rain Feedback? - 07/14/08 03:00 PM
When I lived in Irvine, CA a friend of mine invited me to attend a seminar going on in our neighborhood called the Marshall Reddick Real Estate Network.
It seemed quite impressive and well organized. There were people from all over the country there with tables set up and endless information … (3 comments)
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sc: Daddy Was Not A Rockstar! - 07/14/08 02:50 PM
My son saw some old pictures of me, dated about 20 years ago, and he was convinced I was in a rock band!
For a very brief period of my youth I did in fact sing and write songs on my acoustic guitar. And, as many of us probably went through … (3 comments)
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sc: No Monday Blues Here! - I'm Pumped Up To Have A Great Week! - 07/14/08 10:44 AM
It's funny, but instead of the Monday blues, I'm quite pumped up this morning to have a very productive day and I'm thinking about my entire week!
I've been getting things done all morning and I've been filling in tasks in my Microsoft Outlook calendar to get done.
I'm even tending … (3 comments)
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sc: Craigslist Realtor Promotion: FREE GAS! - 07/14/08 10:07 AM
I've just posted an ad on Craigslist designed to attract short term buyer clients who are seeking to buy a home in either July or August.
The promotion is quite simple: "Free $300 Gas Card" to CLIENTS of Realtor Kirk Westervelt who buy and close on a home in either July … (3 comments)
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sc: So, I Took The Plunge And Joined Facebook! I'm Hoping This Is For Business Networking And Not Some High Schoolish Nightmare! - 07/13/08 11:17 PM
I took the plunge and joined Facebook this past week. I'm hoping it will result in effective business networking, and thus an increase in my business!
I'm also hoping that it does not turn into some ridiculous trip down memory lane with a bunch of people that were in my high … (7 comments)
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sc: Paris Mountain State Park And The Civilian Conservation Corps - 07/13/08 11:03 PM
I took the family to Paris Mountain state park today. This park has 4 lakes that benefit from the watershed behaviors of the topography of the mountain.
I was fascinated with the park's history, which is preserved and on display in the old bath house near the swimming lake. The showers … (1 comments)
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sc: My Kids Are Swimming Pool Snobs! No "Gross" Lakes For Them! - 07/13/08 10:44 PM
We took the kids to the Paris Mountain state park today. Quite a few people were swimming in the lake in front of the old bath house. Lake water looks like.....lake water! My kids were saying things like "gross" and "no way would I swim in that!".
It cracks me up … (5 comments)
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sc: Carpet or Hardwoods? - 07/13/08 12:25 AM
Given the chance, would you finish your entire first floor in your home with hardwood flooring or quality laminate hardwood versus partial or full carpet?
We keep thinking it's getting silly trying to keep our carpet clean, and perhaps it's time to do something different.
We used to need the carpet … (6 comments)
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sc: Active Rain Points - Do They Really Matter? - 07/13/08 12:02 AM
What's with the Active Rain points thing?
I see you can rank higher and higher, but does it really matter? Is it making a difference in the lives of Active Rainers?
I mean, if people find me by accident via a google search...regardless of my "points". and I can gain business … (7 comments)
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sc: Summer Seems to Drag Along For The Parents! - 07/13/08 12:00 AM
I'm so happy for my kids to be enjoying their summer. They've earned it after doing so well this past school year.
However, it is so much work! I'm going non-stop! Every day we are off to the pool. We're running errands, we're shopping, etc. etc.
Let's face it, it's much … (0 comments)
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sc: The Coffee Underground - A Very Cool Discovery in Downtown Greenville! - 07/12/08 11:56 PM
Tonight I finally decided to go down and explore a place I had walked past many times before, while walking Main street in downtown Greenville.
I say "go down" because it was down the steps, to the basement level and I believe the name of the place is the "Coffee Underground" … (0 comments)
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sc: Shakespeare In The Park! How Cool Is That? - 07/12/08 11:49 PM
I was downtown with the whole family tonight and we walked down to Falls Park. To my surprise there was a "Shakespeare In The Park" production going on and quite a large audience spread out on the lawn enjoying the show.
It was very well done, too! Excellent stage and prop … (0 comments)
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sc: Beautiful Night In Downtown Greenville! - 07/12/08 11:39 PM
It was another beautiful night in downtown Greenville tonight. There's nothing like a pleasant walk down Main Street. I think we've got the cleanest, safest most friendly downtown area of any major city in the country (arguably).
Maybe I am naive, but if we've got violent crime in our city I … (0 comments)
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sc: This is Really Great, Free Technology! - 07/12/08 11:20 PM
I am so amazed at how wonderful this Active Rain environment is and how easy it is to utilize.
Best of all...it's FREE!
What did any of us do to deserve this powerful, free environment that enables us to learn from others, network and hopefully gain clients?
It is also impressive … (0 comments)
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sc: First Blog! Van West Enterprises, LLC Real Estate Investments & Holdings In Greenville, SC - 07/12/08 10:55 PM
Hello, this is my first blog!
Van West Enterprises, LLC focuses primarily on residential real estate sales, investments and holdings throughout the Greater Greenville, SC region.
Our revenue generated from traditional real estate sales is predominantly derived from the Kirk Westervelt Team at Keller Williams Realty in Greenville, SC.
We reinvest capital … (10 comments)
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sc: One of the things I've noticed over the years - 07/12/08 10:39 PM
In the 12 years I've been in Real Estate I've noticed how much the market has changed in that people do not want to do any work to a home they are buying. It seems to be a condition of all age ranges; we want it all already done, new carpet … (5 comments)
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sc: Sellstate Access Realty (More loan servicers resorting to auctions) - 07/12/08 09:21 AM
Six out of 10 loan servicers are resorting to auctioning off real-estate owned properties, despite evidence that they may see bigger losses than if foreclosed homes are marketed and sold in a more traditional fashion, according to a report by Fitch Ratings.
Inventories of real-estate owned (REO) properties more than quadrupled … (0 comments)
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sc: Colonial Charters: Is it located in Longs or Little River, SC? - 07/11/08 10:05 AM
Colonial Charters: Is it located in Longs or Little River, SC?
Colonial Charters is a grand development comprised of several subdivisions and condo projects. Part of the development is located in Little River, SC, and part of it is in Longs, SC.
I live at Colonial Charters, along … (2 comments)
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sc: New Listing, new showing - 07/11/08 06:48 AM
A new listing on the market yesterday; a showing yesterday afternoon. That is a good way to get started and is a good indicator of demand for this type house. I love it when this happens and leads me to believe our market is taking an upturn. The numbers at the … (5 comments)
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sc: Rock Hill, SC area Veterinarians from YOUR local Realtor - 07/10/08 10:19 PM
As a Realtor that was born and raised in Rock Hill,SC it is safe to say I know this area and the surrounding areas WELL. I am also a Realtor with a passion for animals!!! You can ask my Mom, I've been hauling strays and unwanted animals home since I start … (0 comments)
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sc: Cliffs Cottage at Furman University - 07/10/08 08:22 AM
The 3,400-square-foot Cliffs Cottage at Furman University, a Southern Living Showcase home, opened in June for public tours to educate about living stylish but also eco-friendly.
It was built as a model of environmentally responsible design, sustainable building techniques and materials, and energy-saving systems. From solar-panel systems to engineered … (0 comments)
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sc: Cesar Romero - The Best Joker! - 07/09/08 11:01 PM
When I was little I watched that ridiculous, campy TV show, Batman.
My absolute favorite moments were when the Joker came on the TV screen. He was amazing to look at, to listen to, to watch. He was funny, and terrifying all at once. He was like some grandfather you … (3 comments)
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sc: Blog Training - 07/09/08 10:43 PM
Our Keller Williams Realty, Greenville Centeral Office is fast becomming a blogging force in the Greater Greenville Area. Today, a "seasoned blogger", Bill Kennedy, held a training session with agents who either wanted to learn how to blog, or those who wanted to blog more effectively. It was a packed session; … (6 comments)
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sc: Did You Say "TOGA"? - 07/09/08 10:09 PM
Actually, no. I didn't say "TOGA". I said "TOMA".
I guess sometimes I hear what I want to hear! TOMA stands for Top of Mind Awareness and it was one of the topics covered in our Team Meeting yesterday.
TOMA, or Top of Mind Awareness is what we all dream … (4 comments)
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sc: Hands-On Blogging Workshop For Newbies - 07/09/08 09:18 PM
Today we had a hands-on blogging workshop for Active Rain beginners at our offices.
It went rather well. Most everyone showed up with their laptops and from what I can tell, everyone got something out of it. Some people had already signed up and needed an orientation to the Active Rain … (5 comments)
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sc: HELP! I need help selling 75 acres to Developers???? (edit/delete) (edit/delete) - 07/09/08 07:46 PM
Hi Community,
I have a great piece of land prime for development in Travelers Rest, SC. 75 pristine acres, mostly pasture surrounded by the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. I'm trying to figure out how to get it sold to a developer for single family homes. The owner … (1 comments)
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sc: Help Our Troops With Expired Coupons - 07/09/08 03:07 PM
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sc: My first blog!! - 07/09/08 10:02 AM
Hey everyone! I just activated my ActiveRain account and this is my first blog. This guy is sitting next to me and keeps telling me to type, type, type! OK...good!... he got distracted and I think he forgot about me. Nevermind, he's back!
Anyway, I just wanted to let everyone know … (11 comments)
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sc: Bionic Man Doll - Six Million Dollar Memories! - 07/08/08 11:23 PM
Wow! What a trip down memory lane! I was just checking out the Bionic Man action figure from my youth with the help of some Google searches. I can honestly say that this was one of my all time favorite toys that I got for Christmas when I was a … (6 comments)
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sc: New Subdivision In Rock Hill, SC Timber Crossing - 07/08/08 10:56 PM
What a great new subdivision!!! The developer has done an excellent job maintaining the beauty of this country setting. The homes range from the mid $300's. All homes must be at least 80% brick,stone or stucco which has maintained a lovely feel to the whole community. Timber Crossing is a small … (1 comments)
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sc: Hula Burger Anyone? A Lesson On Success And Listening To The Customer! - 07/08/08 10:21 PM
In 1962 a struggling McDonald's franchise owner, Lou Groen, in Cincinnati was only making $75 on Fridays due to the fact that Catholics wouldn't eat meat on that day.
He invented a fish sandwich as a creative alternative to serve his Catholic customers and increase his sales on Fridays.
After … (4 comments)
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sc: Willard Scott-The Original "Ronald McDonald" - 07/08/08 07:28 PM
I was watching a documentary on the fascinating history and success of the McDonald's empire last night. I thought it was interesting that Willard Scott was the original Ronald McDonald clown.
From August 1959 to August 1962 Willard Scott portrayed Bozo the Clown on a local Washington DC area television … (2 comments)
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sc: Vacation plans - final decision - 07/06/08 10:06 PM
Thanks for all the suggestions we got for where my husband and I should go for our 10 year anniversary. We got some great suggestions and some perspective that basically anywhere we went would be great simply because we were together.
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sc: Duties to Seller/Buyer and other thoughts - 07/01/08 11:35 AM
In addition to the duties we owe Sellers and Buyers when we begin working with them under either an Exclusive Right to Sell Contract (Sellers) or an Exclusive Right to Buy, Buyer Agency Contract (Buyer), we also give them the benefit of our experience and "Instincts" although that is not spelled … (1 comments)
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sc: A Few Facts About Charleston, South Carolina - 06/29/08 10:28 PM
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sc: I Need My Money to Travel Far - 06/28/08 11:45 PM
Are you paying too much for gas? Does your electric bill seem to always get the best of you? Is your mortgage extremely high? Do you have more days left to end the month than money? Okay if you answered yes to any of those questions you are a prime candidate … (1 comments)
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sc: Farewell Chief Rusty Thomas - 06/27/08 09:58 PM
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sc: Counsel your Sellers!! ...Buyers Expect the Moon! - 06/27/08 04:31 PM
It's so important now to make sure your sellers really understand what they're up against in the markets around the nation. I haven't heard any market that is a sellers market now. We're all in it to get the best deals for our buyers and still help the sellers recoup some of … (4 comments)
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sc: Seller and Buyer Expectations - 06/27/08 06:04 AM
There is no doubt that seller's expectations remain unrealistic in some cases, but buyers may be even more unrealistic. Who can blame them when they are being hit from all sides by the media parading various experts who may not even be in the real estate business and who play on … (3 comments)
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sc: An Old Fashion 4th of July Celebration ( Summerville, SC) - 06/26/08 01:35 PM
The annual 4th of July celebration "Red, White & Blue on the Green" will be held Wednesday, July 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. on Summerville's Town Square. This old fashioned 4th of July celebration focuses on families and is hosted by Summerville D.R.E.A.M. (Downtown Restoration Enhancement and Management Corporation).
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sc: Great Starter Home! - 06/26/08 01:03 PM
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sc: French Country Style Home in Greenville, SC - 06/26/08 12:51 PM
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sc: A Positive Attitude - 06/25/08 12:59 PM
A positive attitude is both good for your health and a crucial ingredient for success in life. Somedays it is difficult to maintain and some never had one to start. One easy step to get you going is this... Divide a sheet of paper into two columns. For a few days, … (5 comments)
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sc: Ideas For Summer Fun in Charleston, South Carolina - 06/25/08 11:53 AM
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sc: Biking in the Lowcountry - 06/24/08 04:07 PM
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