Keeping with a Halloween theme - I decided that people are dangerous with data! Doesn't matter what kind - if they have enough of it - it's scary how dangerous they can be! Pick a topic - any topic - there's tons of stuff out there on it! Today, I pick real estate! And here's the thing - just
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10/28/2009
In Broker class yesterday, sitting next to a fellow real estate professional, we began talking during a break. I recognized his name from an REO listing a Buyer made an offer on. It was an extremely troublesome transaction - and not because of the process - but because of the agent. As we talke
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10/27/2009
Things we need to know before we just let our homes go! Very good summary to look over!When a homeowner faces default on their mortgage, there may be two options: foreclosure or short sale. Foreclosure can be devastating, both emotionally and financially. A short sale, or one in which the lend
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10/26/2009
Laugh a lot today - especially if you missed your workout! According to experts, 15 minutes of laughing is as good for you heart as 30 minutes of walking! Halloween candy goes on sale this week -load up for the little ghosts and goblins and be ready to spoil them! And then go back after Hallowe
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10/25/2009
The first step in getting any lead is to answer your phone! The second step is to develop the conversation beyond the first few sentences. Here are some quotes heard from potential clients that were blown off over the past month: "We need a few more months before we are ready to buy. The age
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10/24/2009
Today, Windows 7 is released and I'm still on the fence about whether or not to switch over. As a sometimes frustrated Vista 64 bit user -- I often switch back to Windows XP to run applications. On the flip side, I do like my newer computer more than the old one. Not knowing much about computer
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10/22/2009
The El Tour de Tucson is the biggest cycling event in the state of Arizona, bringing in over 9,000 cyclists of all ages and abilities from throughout the United States and beyond to Tucson, Arizona! People ride El Tour for many reasons: either they have a strong passion for cycling; it's part of
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10/21/2009
How you decorate your home during Halloween season is important if you are trying to sell your home. My daughter likes Halloween decorations - but she doesn't like really scary stuff. So we aim for smiling ghosts, happy pink pumpkins or Glenda the Good Witch type props. It's a good theme to follo
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10/21/2009
Here are my top picks for news related to Tucson Arizona real estate and the real estate market. People are buying! There were 51 happy home buyers who moved into their new home in the last 24 hours! Mortgage options widen for new home buyers! Looking at fixing your credit? Don't pay upfront mo
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10/20/2009
It's closing day. It's a few hours before the signing. It's the final walk thru. I get home - there is the fax. Final Walk thru notice. It reads, "Buyer would like Seller to empty trash receptacles and remove a couple paint cans from shed before accepting property." What?! Wondering if I could
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10/20/2009