Archives of real estate blog entries for March 01, 2021

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By Ron and Alexandra Seigel, Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy
(Napa Consultants)
This post was inspired by a question asked by Lyn Sims  on the Q&A section for Active Rain/Members only.  Thank you Lyn. The general idea of her question is the issue of controversy when it comes to listing a home where politics, weapons,and or religion have a prominent visual display in the home.  It is about how to walk on eggshells. What should an agent suggest? Should the seller take down their displays to make sure, the home has the biggest exposure and does not offend a prospective buyer.  We feel that weapons should be locked in a safe place. These days, we are inundated with group politics requiring us (regardless of what profession you are in) to walk on eggshells by using correct words and terminology when addressing one of these groups or individuals that belong to these grou...
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By Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!, St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent
(Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374)
Three Don'ts for ActiveRain Success When writing a blog post, much time is invested by an author to put together an extensive market report, a meaningful opinion piece or detailed Localism article to attract an audience.  Practicing social etiquette while being mindful plays a large role in preventing conflicts between ActiveRain members. This sweet & short list is very easy to follow as 1, 2, & 3:    ...dump antagonistic remarks on a blog post. Feeling overly snarky or unreasonably argumentative and tempted to verbally purge on another member's page? Please refrain at all costs from doing that on this platform. There are a number of eyes that land on a blog post, including the consumer and stinking it up with contrived derisiveness will not be accepted kindly by anyone, including mysel...
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By Dr. Paula McDonald, Granbury, TX 936-203-0279
(Beam & Branch Realty)
Here is another tidbit many may have yet to discover here in the Rain. If you scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Membership Roster, you can then click on any year and check out who joined that year. As you can see from my year in 2010, I am among some heavy hitters here in the Rain. What's really wonderful, are the relationships I have built with these members. For 11 years now, we have been commenting and supporting one another through blogging.Take a moment and check out the year you joined. You may be surprised who joined in the same year as you did. It's just another fun-fact feature of Active Rain!For other posts from "Active Rain ~ Who Knew", click on the links below.Your FollowingWhy AR PointsWhat Is An AmbassadorAR's New LookLeaderboard
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By James Dray
(Fathom Realty)
Alfred Dillwyn Knox was born in England back in 1884.  He was educated at Summer Fields School, Oxford and Eton College.  He continued his education at King’s College.  After graduation, he was recruited to the Royal Navy’s cryptologic unit just after the outbreak of World War I.After the war he wanted to resume his research at King’s College, however his wife persuaded him to remain with the Royal Navy.  His work was so top secret, even his children only found out about what he done many years after his death.  He died in 1943 from lymphoma he was 58.What you may not know about Alfred is that in 194, he discovered the method that broke the Italian Naval Enigma, which provided the Allied victory at the Battle of Cape Matapan, he also broke the Abwehr Enigma.  By the end of the war he ha...
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By Mark Maupin See Blog Free Investors Training, National Real Estate Investors Network Host
(National Real Estate Network, LLC)
Tips from Michigan Attorney on Real Estate / Probate / Bankruptcy / Drunk Driving / LLC / CollectionDoug Dern, Michigan Attorney Gives Great  Tips  on Real Estate, Probate, Bankruptcy, Drunk Driving, CollectionsContract info for Doug is Phone: 1 (248) 882-0838Drunk Driving website is www.owi-dui-drunkdrivingattorneymichigan.com Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/user/RalphMaupin  The best funding source for all your investors deals:nationalfundingagency.com Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/...
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In almost every home in Australia, people install the air conditioning systems to maintain the temperature of their rooms and other places. It helps them to counter the extreme weather in the summer. After installing the air conditioners, they need to maintain it, and for that purpose, they need to get the services of a good air condition repair company. If they don’t maintain their air conditioners, its life-time could be decreased, and its efficiency could harm. The regular maintenance keeps them in the best condition, and they don’t consume a lot of energy to cool down the room temperature. Many people face the problem that sometimes, they don’t find a good repairing company or the workers. Some air condition workers choose this profession just because it is a profitable business in ...
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Whether you want a new connection in your place or repair the existing one, you need to get the services of a good electrical pole services provider. The electric work is dangerous, and many people don’t know how to install the poles or repair the lines in case of any problem. Therefore they need to get the services of expert companies. The problem is that many people don’t usually need to get the services of electrical pole companies, and that is why they don’t know about those companies in their area. If those people have some problems with the electric poles, they immediately need to find an electric company in their locality, and they could make the wrong decision when they are in a rush.There are a few things that people need to consider before hiring electrical pole services provi...
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The choice of the kind of cabinets that you install in your kitchen tells a lot about you. Therefore, you should be careful with the kind of image that you show about yourself. You can try exciting kitchen ideas such as gray shaker cabinets, which will make you look exciting. Have you ever considered shaker cabinets for your kitchen? Well, let’s explore this cabinetry type and know if it can fit your style.What are shaker cabinets?Shaker style cabinets are a range of cabinetry style characterized by a five-piece door and recessed panel in the center. They are modern and are mostly preferred by emerging homebuyers.Benefits of shaker cabinetsSimple designOne of the top reasons why shaker cabinets are popular amongst emerging homebuyers is that they are very simple. Most homeowners are now...
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Everyone likes good and cheap things. When you want to buy tables and chairs, where can you get cheap tables and chairs?What do you think for wholesale tables and chairs from China? The answer is, buy directly at the factory. Because the factory produces in large quantities, and there is no middleman to make the difference, you can buy the cheapest tables and chairs in the factory.Qingdao Blossom Furnishings limited is one of the largest banquet chair manufacturers in Qingdao, has a great partner in the USA and UK. Since 2011, we producing not only wooden wedding chairs wholesale but also wholesale party tables and chairs. In 5 future years, our goal is that we will visit our main customer and meet face to face, and become the leader of the banquet chair manufacturers in China. Let us m...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the Houston Association of REALTORS® real estate market update as of March 1, 2021New properties for sale 110Back on market listings 36Price decrease listings 57Price increase listings 34Option pending listings 161Pending continue to show 22Pending listings 201Listings that have sold 108Coming Soon Listings 29Withdrawn Listings 15Expired Listings 243Terminated Listings 45
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By Victoria Carter Guaranteed Services, TwoMoveYou
(TwoMoveYou Guaranteed Real Estate Brokered by Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage)
Real Estate is like a proposal... the video says it all! Are you looking to buy a home?WE GUARANTEE THAT IF YOU DON'T LOVE YOUR HOME THEN WE WILL BUY IT BACK!!!When it comes to buying a home, we are two of the best realtors in Northumberland and Scarborough. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned buyer, or a buyer of investment property, we have a wealth of great information on our buyer’s page that can point you in the right direction. Plus, when you engage us to help you find your dream home, we will craft the perfect plan with you. It starts with getting acquainted with your buyer’s agent, and then focuses on determining your price range. Next, you can prepare by browsing our local real estate listings and doing some research using our valuable resources. Once you see what...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update as of  3/1/2021.New properties for sale 105Back on the market listings 43Price decrease listings 30Price increase 25Active kick out 4Active option contract 249Active contingent 30Pending listings 214Sold listings 97Expired listings 223Cancelled listings 6Withdrawn listings 0Temporary off market listings 24Coming soon listings 34
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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By Mark Maupin See Blog Free Investors Training, National Real Estate Investors Network Host
(National Real Estate Network, LLC)
1-2 Michigan Wholesale Training / Deals / Networking / New and Experienced Real Estate Wholesalers Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/user/RalphMaupin  The best funding source for all your investors deals:nationalfundingagency.com Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/27monthlymeetup-com/   Michigan REIA FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganREIA  Michigan Real Estate Investors Association FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/3098303606934618 Michigan Real Estate Investorshttps:/...
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By Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets, CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego
(Big Block Realty 858.232.8722)
 “Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain.” ~ British Writer Vivian Greene  Your action for today is to find the opportunity in a current challenge you are facing. Design an Extraordinary Day!  💡 OOPS! If you missed a previous “Take Action” post👇👉 Take Action Archieves👈   We work 100% By Referral!Our experienced team is coached by the #1 businesscoaching company in North America:Buffini & Company for over 20 years!All our properties come with3D Virtual Toursand Professional Photography,Marketing and Negotiating Skills...most agents do not possess!Contact us for a pressure-FREE consultation. 💡 More joyful stories, photos, antidotes,quotes and inspiration found here: 👇Postcards From Success Facebook Page Featured Image 1 courtesy of Stu...
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By Phillip Gonzales, We Make It Happen!
(Keller Williams Riverside)
It's definitely a seller's market. I have buyers, and I must write creative offers. I wake up and have my coffee. I then login to flexmls. I see the low inventory we have. I start reserving showings and that's complicated. Listings getting multiple showings. Buyers are making offers without even looking at the house physically. It's hard to get a tour scheduled. Renters are now realizing they want to buy because of the historic low rates. Sellers are on pause because of the pandemic. Demand is higher than supply. There are times a listing sells for 20k above asking price. We are now using an escalation clause. Maybe even 1k towards sellers closing costs. What are you doing to be creative?
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By Mark Maupin See Blog Free Investors Training, National Real Estate Investors Network Host
(National Real Estate Network, LLC)
2-2 Michigan Wholesale Training / Deals / Networking /  New and Experienced Real Estate Wholesalers Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/user/RalphMaupin  The best funding source for all your investors deals:nationalfundingagency.com Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/27monthlymeetup-com/   Michigan REIA FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganREIA  Michigan Real Estate Investors Association FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/3098303606934618 Michigan Real Estate Investorshttps:...
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By Ken Semler, Nationwide Custom Modular Home Builder
(ImpresaModular.com)
Labels are just another way to say a standard. There is information overload for homebuyers in today’s marketplace – smart homes, construction standards, appliances, color selections, building materials, etc. When you build a home, there is a lot coming at you and many decisions to be made. How do you make sense of it? Most people care about how their home will look, how comfortable it will be to live in, is the home safe, and how much it will cost to live in. And then there is its location.There are many labels out there that try to bring sense to those that care about specific areas. For the most part, they focus on several key areas: Site Design, Resource Efficiency, Water Efficiency, Energy Efficiency, Indoor Air Quality, and Resilience – Operation – Maintenance. Many standards have...
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By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired
(Wayne M Martin)
Trivia question answers for Sunday February 28, 20211. How many equal sides are there on a scalene triangle? None2. Whose image is on the U.S. half-dollar from 1916-1947? Lady Liberty3. What US road sign is typically shaped like a triangle? Yield4. Which country has the oldest continuously used national flag? DenmarkTrivia questions for Monday March 1, 20211. How many arms does a typical snowflake have?2. What kind of birds would you find in a gaggle?3. What was the first living creature to go into orbit?4. What word meaning "loss of memory" comes from the Greek for forgetfulness?Enjoy your day.
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By Dick Betts, REALTOR® The Villages, Florida
(TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE)
Many years ago, I worked as an outside salesperson selling to manufacturing, government and businesses.  One rainy dreary day I was calling on a company that our company had fallen way short on expectations the customer needed and deserved.  So, I humbly met with the Purchasing Manager to throw myself at his mercy and attempt to save the account.  Well he wasn’t going to have it, after my apology speech and how I was going to make sure it never happened again he stood up took my business card and information I brought and tossed in trash can and told me to leave.So, I head out the door and it’s one of those Pennsylvania winter days, gray, raining temperatures in the low forties, did I mention how happy I am now living in Florida?  Anyway, I get to my car and the wool sports jacket I was...
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Every transaction is a team effort, and the results of that effort are in direct proportion to the attention and performance given by each player.   Asiatic Hybrid Lilies "Tiny Missile", Conservatory Display, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs                                                 In the real estate business, for every action, there is a means of protection for the client. This reminds me of Newton’s 3rd Law that states, “for every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction.” Real estate IS a reactive business, but we DO have protections for every buyer and/or seller client.  Buyer protections are relatively standard with the use of home inspection, mortgage contingencies, and Attorne...
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The National Women’s History Alliance selects a yearly theme for Women's History Month. This year's Women’s History Month theme celebrates the women who fought for the Right To Vote in the United States. Dahlia + Imagination, color edited, Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, Maryland USA IMG 7153 BCanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs     March Is National Women's History Month   Designated by Presidential Proclamation and a law passed by Congress, March is set aside to honor and highlight women’s contributions in American history. Women's History Month was first observed as Women's Day in New York in 1909.  President Jimmy Carter issued the first Presidential Proclamation declaring the Week of March 8th 1980 as National Women’s History Week. In 19...
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By Monique Combs, Royal Shell Real Estate - Monique Combs
(Royal Shell Real Estate )
700 Craig St., North Fort Myers FL 33903Southwest Florida at its finest! This exceptional waterfront home has been completely renovated/rebuilt.  Additions include an oversized detached garage w/ space to park RV, guest suite, salt water pool, spa, 2 story lanai, PGT impact windows, standing seam metal roof, boathouse & dock. Boaters, the private deep water canal front offers .65 acres w/ 120ft of Gulf access water frontage on Hancock Creek with a concrete seawall, 7,000lb covered boat lift w/ metal roof. Anglers, cast a line. Snook, Red Fish, Tilapia, Sheephead, blue crab, mullet and more. The property across the canal is an undeveloped preserve which ensures natural landscape views and maximum privacy to enjoy Florida’s wildlife and premier waterfront living! The cathedral cypress cei...
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