Crossing the invisible line...... - 09/05/2008 01:44 AM
I've only been in real estate for 5 years, but I have found a theme in my transactions and in fact my life.
The reoccuring theme is crossing an invisible line. It's about passion and purpose and decisions too.
Some of you know right now what I am talking about and … (7 comments)
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THERE ARE TONS OF RESOURCES ON THE WEB! Do I Really Need a Realtor? - 09/05/2008 01:38 AM
Hey, Hey AR! Hope all is well with you!
It's been raining all day here in Chicago. The remnants of Hurricane Gustav, we've been told.
Man, have you ever heard this in today's market, "Why should I hire an expensive Realtor. I'm really low on cash. Can't I find everything I … (8 comments)
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Coping with tragedy - On valuing life, love, and those who are important to you - 09/05/2008 01:23 AM
This is by far the most challenging and interpersonal blog post I have ever posted.
Many of you who have read my posts know that for the most part...I usually only post market statistic data or, advertisements about new listings. Well, today...I've chosen to write about a very personal subject that … (13 comments)
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When Your New Listing Is Hot! Hot!! HOT!!! - 09/05/2008 01:12 AM
OK, there is supposed to be a declining market in Washington, DC. Really? You coulda' fooled me! During August, I was involved on the losing side of a couple of bidding wars. Declining market? And it looks like September is starting off with yet another one. But whether the market is … (20 comments)
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Top 10 Ways a Realtor Can Help A Loan Close ON TIME - 09/04/2008 01:31 PM
Of all the things that make Realtors go off the deep end, I know (painfully so) that late closings come in right at the top of the list.
What happens when the contract is over but the funding lady has yet to sing? Have you ever:
1. Been furious with … (67 comments)
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A sense of urgency... - 09/04/2008 12:39 PM
It's no secret that today's lending atmosphere is much different than from years back. I've been seeing a few things things as of late that are a tad bit concerning. I'll get to that in a moment.
I wrote a post recently that outlined some basic things that the consumer can do to … (46 comments)
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I like being a Realtor for a variety of reasons but variety is #1 - 09/04/2008 11:00 AM
Have you ever thought about why you like being a Realtor? I like many aspects of being a Realtor among those things I like is one very unusual feature.
I like people so that is an easy transition. In real estate we meet a cross section of people from all walks … (69 comments)
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WEB 2.0 - Top 100 Applications and Sites 2008 - 09/04/2008 11:00 AM
Here are the TOP 100 WEB applications according to C|NET and Webware. One year ago, I created a post of the TOP 100 links I had discovered being a member of ActiveRain. Webware has done all the work for me this year, so I have to give them ALL the … (67 comments)
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Celebrating 100K Milestone... - 09/04/2008 04:31 AM
Celebrating my 100K Milestone
Celebrating My
100K Milestone...
...in the RAIN!
Amazing but, I've finally arrived! Who
woulda' thought?! I've been looking at Active Rain for quite
some time but, it took me awhile to finally decide to sign up and then
to actually write something 'worthy' of being … (125 comments)
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I am having a gas problem ... and I need help - - 09/03/2008 10:47 PM
Listen up people ---- I am having a gas problem.....
I have been using a local propane company for the last several years. I have always noticed a quarterly propane bill that seemed very high but never paid much attention. Lately, I like most of you, have been scrutinizing all … (37 comments)
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