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Permit me to quote paraphrase Bob Stewart. "If you don't attend Real Estate Connect, you are crazy." That was the gist of what he wrote in a post following the Connect conference this past January in New York.

The past two days have been a blur, so this will be a very brief post mostly filled with pictures. Blogger's Connect kicked off the day yesterday and from 9 to 2:45 we were treated to excellent advice from the best of the best. Linda Davis gets the quote of the day as far as Jeff Turner, I and many others are concerned: "If you have a crappy business, a blog won't help."

I had lunch and a very nice visit with Jeff Dowler. At 2:00, Rich Jacobson and Brad Andersohn announced the winners of the Makeover 2 Takeover contest. Congratulations to Brian Block and Desiree Daniels!

 

makeover 2 takeover

 

 

Brad Inman kicked off the general session at 3:00. Carter Murdoch from Bank of America joined him, followed by Craig Newmark of Craig's list (now getting 12 Billion! hits monthly). Dustin Luther from 4realz.net offered 50 technologies that will change your business. A six person panel capped off the afternoon with a gloomy Bear vs. Bull debate.

The cocktail party started at 5:00. At 6:00, a large number of us went to Trulia headquarters for their House Party. Matt Heaton even donned the Trulia suit!

 

matt trulia

 

From there it was off to the penthouse at the Adagio for the Active Rain party. It was a blast, and as I have to run for the start of today's events, here are some more photos.

 

linda davis, laurie manny, teresa boardman desiree daniels, missy caulkjeff dowlerardelllane bailey, desiree danielsbrad & bobby carrollbrad andersohn, brian blockbrad's backmissy caulk, shannon lefevre

 

More to follow. Check tomplant on twitter for updates.

Edit: posted this in a big hurry this morning, no time to edit photos - here's an email I received: "With all due respect, you need a camera or a lesson in photog."

Oh well, I guess I should just hang it up, eh?

Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Tom Plant, REALTOR® - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage    Active Rain Ambassador   (951) 907-9701

It would be my honor to show you the incredible Temecula Valley, a place I'm very proud to call home.

 

 

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60 Comments on Day One - RE Connect SF

Thanks for the summary Tom for those of us that did not attend.  Looks like you got some great pictures.  Keep us posted!!!

07/24/2008 10:44 AM by Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Agent, Kimberly Grant (Exit Leon Crawford Realty)


Looks like a lot of fun...OK, so who's in the autographed shirt?

07/24/2008 10:54 AM by Kathy McGraw ~ Calif Broker (CELLing Realty)


Keep it coming, Tom!  Really enjoying the posts. 

Missy has the best smile, doesn't she! 

07/24/2008 11:20 AM by Elaine Hanson, REALTOR® ~ Topanga, CA Real Estate Specialist (Pritchett-Rapf & Assoc. Realtors, Topanga)


It's been so nice to meet you!!!  Very nice summary of the day yesterday - but where are the pictures from the Altos after, after party?

07/24/2008 11:21 AM by Kim Wood REALTOR(R), PA (RE/MAX Main Line)


Tom,

It looks like you're having a great time there....thanks for sharing all of these photos. So nice to see so many familiar, happy faces.

((-:
Jo

07/24/2008 12:55 PM by Jo-Anne Smith-Belleville, Quinte and Prince Edward Region Real Estate, Ont. (Royal Lepage Proalliance Realty, Brokerage)


WooHoooo to Dez and Brian!!!  Glad you all are learning, experiencing and having fun besides!

07/24/2008 12:59 PM by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), e-PRO HAWAII Real Estate & HAWAII Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)


Tom Tom, great pics! It's so nice to have our roving reporter on the scene! Everyone looks like they're having a wonderful time. I'll bet it is quite a learning experience!

Later in the rain~Deb

07/24/2008 01:08 PM by Deb at Brooks Prime Properties


Tom, wish I was there!  And how about Brian taking the cake?  Wow!

07/24/2008 02:24 PM by Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company)


Hi Tom - Great meeting you in person here at Connect. The AR "Gathering" was off the hook! Brad and I are having a ball meeting all our AR friends.

07/24/2008 03:06 PM by Bobby Carroll - Real Estate Marketing (Dakno Marketing)


Gee, I'm having too much fun to post....so thanks for updating everyone.

07/24/2008 03:22 PM by Missy Caulk Ann Arbor Realtor Ann Arbor Real Estate (Keller Williams Ann Arbor)


Kim - Many thanks. It's been great fun and as always I'm learning a ton.

Kathy - That's Brad Andersohn. If you hover the mouse over the pictures you should see the meta-tags.

Elaine - Thanks. Missy is delightful. It's really great meeting everyone.

Kim - It's great getting to know you, too. Uh, I'm afraid we missed the after-after-after party. My reputation is exaggerated!

Jo - It's been wonderful beyond words. This was a very rushed post, but I wanted to get something out.

Sally - If only you were here with us. We are having a grand time!

Deb - Lots of fun and learning lots, too. See you in a few weeks.

Pat - It's not the same without you. Brian and Dez did us proud!

Bobby - It was off the hook. That penthouse view was incredible. Great meeting you both!

 

 

07/24/2008 03:24 PM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


I attended the one i Atlanta. It was one of the first thrown together. It seems you have developed it into a nice party

07/24/2008 03:37 PM by Charlie Ragonesi Big Canoe homes, Jasper ,Ball Ground,Benttree,Dahlonega (All Mountain Realty)


Tom - It looks like you are having a terrific time.  I look forward to seeing you next month.  You should have received the Evite today.

07/24/2008 03:43 PM by Jason Crouch, Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (Austin Texas Homes, LLC)


Hey Tom,

Were you able to make it out to REbarcamp or Bloggers Beer too? I haven't had the chance to meet you yet!

Cheers,

Marissa

07/24/2008 04:29 PM by Marissa Louie (Real Estate 2.0 Startup in stealth mode)


Tom, thanks for your wonderful guided tour. You come up with the greatest people photos. Keep us all posted!!

07/24/2008 04:37 PM by Gary Woltal - REALTOR® Dallas Ft. Worth (Keller Williams Realty)


Tom Tom Tom.......... so you are a TWIT now.  Hmmmm Ok I GIVE, I guess I will become a TWIT TOO.

Oh lord, something else to learn.

07/24/2008 05:17 PM by Kansas City North Real Estate :: Fran White 816-682-3897 (North Kansas City Real Estate, Reece and Nichols Residential)


Great stuff Tom!  Thanks for filling in us less fortunate!

07/24/2008 05:18 PM by Jeremy Blanton- Myrtle Beach Real Estate (Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate)


Linda really struck a chord with her observation. I think I saw about a dozen people re-tweet that. Thanks for the pics, Tom!

07/24/2008 05:42 PM by John Novak - Las Vegas and Henderson NV Real Estate (Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace)


Looks like you guys were having a lot of fun!  I really wish I could have made it there.

07/24/2008 05:46 PM by Tony Sena - Realtor, Las Vegas Real Estate (North American Realty of Nevada)


Thank you so much for the update, and congrats to the M2T winners!  Looking forward to reading more updates!

07/24/2008 06:14 PM by Margaret Woda, Maryland Real Estate (RE/MAX VISION)


Tom,

My first Inman. It's fabulous. Can't agree with you more.

07/24/2008 06:29 PM by Monica McNamara (MonicaC@Ocean-CitySales.com Ocean City Maryland)


WOW, you guy's look like you are having a fantastic time!  Keep those pictures coming...thank you!

07/24/2008 07:15 PM by Karen Monsour,REALTOR® Broward,Palm Beach,Miami/Dade! 954-464-4194 anytime! (Coldwell Banker Fort Lauderdale Beach)


Hi Tom- Oh to be foot loose and fancy free... wish I could have gone.  Maybe I can break loose next year.  Thanks for keeping us posted with your great pictures, and blog. What Happens as RE Connect doesn't stay there does it?  I'd love to hear any new great tips!

07/24/2008 07:20 PM by


Tom - Thanks so much for keeping us informed.  I wish I could be there; it looks like a great event.

07/24/2008 07:21 PM by Pam Dent


Tom- I was so excited to read about the RE Connect, I forgot I wasn't logged in.  That was my comment above Pams. Take care, Denise

07/24/2008 07:25 PM by Denise Gentile-RE/MAX Corona CA Realtor (RE/MAX Partners)


Tom, looks like everyone is having a blast.

Keep em coming

 

07/24/2008 07:27 PM by Rich Ferretti


Tom, Thanks for the great update. You all are having such a great time!  I will certainly try to attend future events. What a great place to gather new friends and information. Thanks for keeping all of us updated!

07/24/2008 07:58 PM by Huntsville, Alabama Real Estate Agent Elizabeth Ramsey Cooper-Golden (Remax Huntsville/Madison)


Hi Tom...How sweet of you all to sign that shirt for me.

Kate

07/24/2008 08:28 PM by Kathleen "Kate" Elim, LAKE ANNA, VA Real Estate (RE/MAX Lake & Country)


Love the pictures! Thanks so much for posting them. I am so jealous of you all.

07/24/2008 09:14 PM by Monika McGillicuddy~REALTOR®~ N.H. Real Estate Broker & Trainer (Prudential Verani Realty/Hampstead)


thanks for the update and pics glad to hear it is a great event

07/24/2008 09:42 PM by Michael Eisenberg, Bellingham Realtor (Fairhaven Realty)


What a ball! I bet it's great to put faces with names.  I also was anxiously waiting the Makeover to Takeover results!

Thanks for keeping me informed.  Wish I could be there.

07/24/2008 10:00 PM by Tracy Santrock-Cary NC Real Estate Blog (Fonville Morisey)


Charlie - An Active Rain gathering or Inman? It's been wonderful.

Jason - Looking forward to seeing you, too. Just had dinner with Shannon LeFevre. What a sweetheart!

Marrissa - Missed REBar camp, but enjoyed Beer with Bloggers. Sorry our paths didn't cross.

 

07/24/2008 10:17 PM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Hi Tom!  It's been an absolute pleasure to get to know you better.  Great post and thanks for being such a doll!  I'm happy to know you and to be able to call you a friend! :)

07/24/2008 10:21 PM by Shannon Lefevre Naples, Florida CRS (John R. Wood REALTORS Inc.)


Jeremy - Sorry you couldn't make it. Hopefully you can come to New York in January or SF next summer.

John - Linda's comment was one for the ages! Glad you liked the pix.

Tony - Thanks. Maybe next time.

Marzena - Thank you. It's been an incredible week.

Georgina - Sorry, I'm just doing my job ;-)

Margaret - The congratulations are well deserved to all the contestants. Thanks.

Monica - It won't be your last, will it? Inman rocks!

07/24/2008 10:42 PM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Karen - It's been a blast. More photos to come in a wrap up post.

Denise - Not everything that happens here stays here, but some of it does ;-). I will definitely be sharing tips. Thanks.

Pam - Wish you could have been here, too. There's nothing like a Connect.

Rich - Will do, promise. Thanks!

Elizabeth - As you may have gathered, I highly recommend this. Hope you can make it to one soon.

Kate - I'm afraid you'll have to pry it from Brad Andersohn's grip. I want one of those shirts! Way cool!!!

07/24/2008 11:13 PM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Tom,

It was a pleasure meeting you!  Thanks for tweeting my quote to the rest of twiterville!

07/24/2008 11:23 PM by Linda Davis (RE/MAX Realty Group)


Nice coverage, Tom. It was a pleasure meeting you after reading so many of your posts. Hope you and your fiane enjoyed the party.

BTW I don't think the photos are that bad. Well the one is a bit out of focus but, hey, consider where you are and what's going on. Taking pics on the fly is a challenge.

Jeff

07/24/2008 11:24 PM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)


Tom....looks as if you all were having a great time.  Wish I was there but I feel as if I was with your post.

07/24/2008 11:55 PM by Pam Winterbauer ~ 2006 REALTOR® of the Year (Windermere Welcome Home)


Monika - See you January in New York?

Susan - Wish you could have made it.

Michael - You really have to be here to experience it first hand.

Tracy - it's been a blast. Hope to see you here soon!

Shannon - What an absolute treat getting to know you! I hope to see you in january!

07/25/2008 12:03 AM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Yes, I wish I was there (I would agree with the c-word). Looks like you guys are having a blast. Well, there is always the next time for me:)

07/25/2008 07:11 AM by Faina Sechzer - Princeton, Montgomery, Hopewell, NJ Real Estate Expert (Henderson-Sotheby's International Realty)


Tom, trust me, many of us really wished we could have been there and are grateful for these updates!  I can't wait to learn more.  Congratulations to Des and Brian!

07/25/2008 07:21 AM by Lake Norman Real Estate ~ Diane Aurit (RE/MAX at the Lake)


Sorry I missed it, I had a chance to go but schedule did not allow

07/25/2008 09:21 AM by Dick Betts (Dick Betts National Speaker)


Looks like a great event!  I am not too sure what to make of the Trulia suit...Interesting!  Thanks for posting pics.

07/25/2008 05:00 PM by Ruthman Real Estate (Ruthman Real Estate)


Tom, good to see you again these past few days, my friend.  Have a safe trip back.  I'm going to hang out for a few more days in San Francisco.

07/25/2008 05:46 PM by Brian Block -- Northern Virginia & D.C. Real Estate (RE/MAX Allegiance)


Tom, I am Monica, is Monika me or someone else?? Excuse if I am uninformed.  Your post has generated muchos commentaries.  Kuduos to you.  You are obviously, very loved and respected.

Monica (with a C)  

P.S.  I'm the newbie with so much to learn.

 

07/25/2008 11:16 PM by Monica McNamara (MonicaC@Ocean-CitySales.com Ocean City Maryland)


Hey Tom,

Looks like everyone had a great time, loved your photos. And you are soooo right about Linda's quote!

It's been fun reading the rainer posts on the event. I made it last year, but no doubt this year it's "raining" everywhere.

07/26/2008 12:32 AM by Orange Co. Real Estate~Lynda Eisenmann, Broker-Owner, CRS,CRB,GRI,SRES, Brea, CA (Preferred Home Brokers)


Tom - great pics thanks so much for sharing - hope to make one of these in the future to meet all my "computer" buddies :)

07/26/2008 12:47 AM by Clearwater Real Estate Pinellas County Condos & Homes for Sale- Cyndee Haydon (Charles Rutenberg Realty)


Gary - It was great meeting you, too. Thanks.

Linda - We met in NY.. it was wonderful seeing you again... keeep tweeting!

Jeff - So glad we had a chance to visit. We'll have to follow up on our lunch promise.

Pam - That's the ultimate compliment. Thank you.

Faina - You were missed! It was amazing. Hope to see you in New York.

07/26/2008 12:48 AM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Diane - Wish you could have been there. It was a treat to be there when Dez and Brian won.

Dick - Hopefully next time!

Ruthman - Matt in the Trulia suit was a follow up to the straw hat the night before. He's a great guy.

Brian - I just wish we'd had more time together. Enjoy the rest of your time in the Bay Area.

MoniCa - Yes, there is a MoniKa. Welcome. The neat thing about Active Rain is there are so many people who will jump in to help you if you ask. You're off to a great start.

Lynda - It was really magical. Since we're nearly neighbors, maybe we can grab lunch and I'll share.

Cyndee - That would really be wonderful. I really look forward to meeting you.

 

07/26/2008 09:37 AM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Tom - This looks like it was so much fun (again) - hope to make the next one in NYC!

07/27/2008 06:08 PM by Barbara-Jo & Bill - - Florida Realty Professional - AHWD (Charles Rutenberg Realty)


Tom- So nice seeing you again.  I am so sorry I missed the AR party on Wednesday night, too much going on, which I guess is a good thing. I love the Linda Davis quote as well.  I learned so much from all the sessions.  I think I got more out of the Blogger Connect this year than from the main conference.   

Congrats again on the engagement. 

07/28/2008 02:16 PM by Sara Bonert {Real Estate Internet Marketing} (Zillow)


Hi Tom, it was fun to see you again

It was nice to meet your fiance

thanks for a great overview!

07/28/2008 03:29 PM by Joeann Fossland, Master Certified Coach (Advantage Solutions Group)


Barbara-Jo - Big fun and so much information. I sure hope you can make it to New York in January.

Sara - It was great seeing you! You guys know how to throw a party!!! I agree with you on blogger connect. I'm getting ready to post on that.

Joeann - It was great seeing you, too. Thanks so much for the book. I look forward to reading it.

07/29/2008 04:30 PM by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)


Tom:  Great post and enjoyed the photos!  Can't believe the email you received.  Some people really have nerve don't they!  Like the person writing that email is some sort of expert - very doubtful I'd say.  You do great work and your posts are enjoyed by a multitude of people.  Keep it up.

07/31/2008 08:40 PM by Donna Yates, Georgia Realtor North Georgia Blue Ridge Real Estate (Mountain Investments of North Georgia)


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