I Think They Got a Bad Deal! That's what a contractor said to me about a house that my client is buying. I took it as a direct insult in as much as he may as well have said "I'm glad you're not my agent." But I just let him talk. Not only was it none of his business, he really didn't know what
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10/11/2013
The Closing Protection Letter: What the What? Is anybody asking the same question: What the What? No matter how I try to process this in my head, the rationale escapes me as to why the buyer has to "buy" this protection against possible errors or fradulent activity of the closing agent, lender
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10/01/2013
Buyers Are You Buying a House Or the Sellers Taste in Decor We live in a world where people are just different. They differ in opinions, personal style, sense of self, and yes their taste in home decor. When touring homes you'll find homes that are beautifully decorated while others........well
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09/29/2013
Ask an Ambassador: Using the Registered Trademark in Your Post Isn't it cool when you learn new things that have been a mystery to you forever? A couple of years ago, I wrote a post about the registered trademark (®) and how to use it in your blogpost. Ever since I learned the shortcut, I neve
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09/27/2013
And people wonder why we blog. If this doesn't give non-bloggers a reason to blog then I dont' know what will. No one ever said it would be easy nor an overnight success. All that is required is patience and consistency.All That Blogging is Beginning to Pay Off! As the year begins to wind down
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09/22/2013
Dear Unrepresented Seller, I can appreciate your desire to sell your home yourself in an attempt to save money. Lord knows we could all be a little more thrifty. I also understand that you believe that we Realtors® don't do much more than you can do yourself. So much so that you can do it yo
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09/22/2013
Handwritten Thank You Note: Does it Get Much Better Than This? This was in my mailbox yesterday. What a thoughtful note. Don't you get love getting these unexpected unsolicited gems? I know that I do. He was a pleasure to work with as well. Thank you in return Kalongi Drake.
09/15/2013
If this isn't a wake up call, you may as well disconnect from reality all together. Cell phone usage while driving, as well all know, can be hazardously to our lives but probably moreso to the lives of others. Step away from the cell while driving. Whatever it is can wait.It was my usual mornin
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09/11/2013
I Really Hate to Inconvenience Your Pet, But Can You Please Remove It Admittedly, I am beyond terrified of cats, but I will show a home to my client if the buyer doesn't have a problem with the animal. Albeit, I'll be shaking in my boots, but I'll still show it. Yesterday during a home tour wi
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09/08/2013
Who Wants to Live in Gardendale, Alabama? Well I don't really get that exact question, but people do ask "how are home sales in Gardendale?" so I thought I'd show rather than tell. As of today, September 4, 2013, it looks like a total of 27 people (or families) want to live in Gardendale, Alabama
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09/04/2013
