Nicole Kraus's (nikkisells) Blog

With the market having gone crazy I am seeing more seasoned agents going back to basics.  We are once again hosting Barker's opens, attending pitch sessions, and working our contacts list.  What is really helpful are the pitch sessions.  It is a nice opportunity to not only find out what's hot or...

For all of our sales people here in Brandon, I would like to invite you to our weekly pitch session....I realize that I am getting this out late, but we do it every Wenesday.....all are welcomed even affiliates.  It is about working together as a professional community so everyon wins!

Good Morning Everyone!  Keeping it real.....that is where it is at.  With our industry being hit so hard in these economic times, I find it difficult keeping myself going.  With so much false information, banks not doing what they are suppose to and the media, well you know the media?  We are dea...

With the plight of so many people losing their homes so are their pets.  I cannot stress enough that if you find yourself in such a situation please do not leave your animals behind, but take the time to find an interim home or new permanent home.  Here in Hillsborough county we have a kill shelt...

"Short Sale"  DEAL FELL THROUGH, BACK ON THE MARKET.  GREAT HOME GREAT LOCATION NEEDS TLC.. "Short Sale"   SELLER'S LOSS IS YOUR GAIN!!!  LARGE HOME FOR A SMALL PRICE!!! "Short Sale"  Located on a Quiet Cul-desac, this Lovely 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home 2 Car Garage Features a Split Plan, Modern Colors...

Remember when you wrote a post or a comment on a blog and had to type in a word in a box at the bottom of the post?  They were often funny made up words that usually made me laugh.  I was just curious if anyone out there ever knew what happened to them.  Though a pain to do at times, they did mak...

PCS, TDY, and all of the other acronyms....yes I am familiar with them.  I worked for both the Air Force and the Army both state side and in USAFE/Europe.  Having to relocate every few years can be a headache and I understand the difficulties it can cause.  Having been there myself I think that I...

I cannot stress to all those folks who have been on the fence about buying a home.  Interest rates are at an all time low!!!!  Prices have adjusted, and what better time than now???  What surprises me is how many buyers go into new home sales centers without a REALTOR?  Many people do not realize...

What a historic opportunity that was available for so many families wanting to buy a home.  I remember when I bought my first home, I did not walk away with a check but walked away with less money in my savings and shaking in my boots that what I had done was the right thing.  Needless to say it ...

Well it has been over a year and not a great year at that one.  I actually went into hiding not because I did something bad but because of a sicko out there.  It is time to take my life back and do what I love most and that is to sell homes.  Sadly when I logged in I saw that this time out has co...