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(Warning: The following is a rant. All characters mentioned in this work are fictitious. Any resemblance or similarities to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. However, if the shoe fits...) Last Friday I received a phone call and referral from a Keller Williams agent in Salt Lak...
05/08/2013
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A mission statement defines what an organization is, why it exists, its reason for being. A vision statement identifies what a company would like to achieve or accomplish. Values are important and lasting beliefs or ideals shared by the members of a company about what is good and desirable. P...
03/25/2013
Inman's popular roadshow conference for real estate professionals, "Agent Reboot," is coming to Seattle next week! The Info-Packed event will be at the Seattle Convention Center. Here is a complete run-down on all the days activities, sessions, and speakers: 8:00am – 9:00am: Attendee Check-In & ...
03/22/2013
A year and a half ago, I shared here on ActiveRain about the decision I had made to switch brokerages and join the team at Keller Williams West Sound. My Move to Keller Williams: Turning a New Page Recently, I attended the Keller Williams Family Reunion, a huge annual conference that drew over 8,...
03/20/2013
This past weekend I received a call with the sad news that my Step-Father, Stan Nielson, had passed away early Saturday monrning.Stan was one of the most significant positive influences in my life, especially during my turbulent teen years.My Mom and Dad divorced when I was 8. To help make ends m...
01/30/2013
After nearly 15 years in real estate, you'd think I'd learn by now! What's one of the first questions you're supposed to ask potential clients? "Are you currently working with a real estate agent?" That simple question dispels any doubts and quickly establishes your role with the prospective clie...
01/13/2013
Buyer's Agency Agreement-Committing to Each Other-1st Time Home Buyers Guide Kitsap County WAThis is the fourth installment in an on-going series of helpful articles designed to effectively guide 1st Time Home Buyers through a successful home-buying process. We have been identifying and discussin...
01/11/2013
Choosing Your Mortgage Lender - 1st Time Home Buyer's Guide for Kitsap County WA This is the 3rd installment in a 10-part series of articles focused on equipping 1st Time Home Buyers to successfully achieve their home purchasing goals. This guide will take the reader on a journey through the en...
01/11/2013
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I think it's very important to be constantly evaluating/measuring the effectiveness of your marketing efforts, old school or new school. I believe the real key to success in the RE Biz is striking a working balance between high tech and high touch. Maureen poses some good questions in her article...
12/31/2012
AR CEO Nikesh Parekh shares his experienced opinion on what it takes to succeed and excel in today's challenging & competitive market. He claims it all boils down to 'Hustle' (and we're not talking about some sweet disco moves either!)Has anyone with true hustle ever failed? Have ever you met or...
12/29/2012