New Updates from Active Rain in case you missed it earlier in the week. We have another round of bug fixes and minor enhancements that released on September 4th. As always, if you know of a bug that you don't see in this list, let us know in the comments and we will give you a status, or thank y
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09/12/2015
Everything in life is negotioable, even commisions. Many times, over the years, in online Q&A's with the public about real estate, a consumer will ask the question of we Realtors "What's the standard commission in my area?" Typically, good agents will jump in and state: "There is no 'standard',
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09/11/2015
Real estate agents, you go to a listing presentation and you give it your best, you think you have done a very good job and then something happens, you get a little bit of resistance, not much feedback and a few days later you see the house listed with another agent. Does that sound familiar? Has
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09/10/2015
Buy a new house or renovate? Great advice offered on this blog post. Whether you're living in Peoria, Arizona or elsewhere, one of the most common conundrums homeowners face when running out of space, or, facing a lifestyle change, is whether or not to refinance and remodel, or move. It's not an
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09/09/2015
Safety is very important, not just for back to school season but everyday. When it Comes to Cars, Children & School Buses - Safety First! Everyday we see people driving all over the road, weaving in and out trying to get to their destination, without thinking of what may be around the corner.
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09/08/2015
Helpful tips on how to move into a new home when you have children. Moving can be a lot of fun. It’s a time full of new dreams, experiences, and opportunities. However, it can also be very overwhelming. Add kids to the mix, and it requires that much more preparation. However, approaching it the
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09/08/2015
Realtors get ahead and accomplish your goals for the rest of the year by employing a marketing system that works. The Referral Marketing System is a complete repeat and referral marketing system that includes: real estate specific CRM mobile compatible website direct mail blog and social media po
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09/07/2015
As parents and kids are getting ready to get back to school, how safe are backpacks? A very timely and informational post. How Safe Are Backpacks. Can they cause injuries to your child? Are they too heavy, do they carry their weight properly, are they being packed properly for even weight distrib
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09/06/2015
Real Estate Agents, would you allow your customers to use the seller's bathroom when viewing their home? Why or why not? "Can I use their bathroom?" The answer from me has always been YES. You can use the home sellers toilet. Home sellers should be prepared for buyers, their agents, the home insp
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09/05/2015
Realtors here are some great tips on how to stay safe during open houses and showings. It's important for every agent to remember there are risks when we are meeting customers or clients out in the field. Ginger Harper posted a question recently in our Q&A section about office safety procedures.
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09/04/2015
