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2018 

Here are ten essential things every Agent needs to do to ensure they have a successful business. Enjoy! 1. Continue to provide value to past clients The relationship with a client shouldn’t end once the transaction is over. If you want to get referrals and repeat business, you need to continue t...
11/24/2018
I recently attended a conference held by Google and the speakers there were very hot on one subject. That subject was Mobile. Not just mobile. But Fast mobile. Because here's the reality of what statistics are showing. According to Bright Edge research, nearly 60% of online traffic now takes pla...
11/24/2018
Sing the Song Now - Seven Ways To Kill Your Dryer! One of the most dangerous appliances in the house is the dryer.  Not maintained, or incorrectly vented, it can burn the house down!  And they do, tens of thousands of times a year in this country. Can I introduce you to seven ways to kill your d...
11/24/2018
     Debbie Reynolds ("The Real Debbie Reynolds") hosted a great November Challenge.  "Post What You Are Thankful For".  You undoubtely saw many of those "Thankful and Grateful" post titles on the blog roll.  If you scroll through the 233+ comments on Debbie's original Challenge post, you will se...
11/23/2018
If you haven't checked your credit report months before applying for a home loan you may be in for an unfortunate shock when you visit a loan officer.   A host of problems could pop up. For example, your credit score could be a little too low to qualify for the best rate on a mortgage or you wil...
11/23/2018
     Once again, the Wakulla Springs Lodge serves a world-class Thanksgiving Buffet in a world-class setting.  One of the most peaceful hotels in the South, the Lodge features a nostalgic touch of "Old Florida", with the grand elegance of Mediterranean styling.  The Lodge faces the deepest freshw...
11/22/2018
I read a very meaningful story book one day that I never forgot. It was about a caterpillar who was traveling down the road and met other caterpillars doing the same. Then one of them became fast friends with each other and joined up. Both shared they had heard stories of good fortune, wealth an...
11/22/2018
  What Homeowners Can Be Grateful For This Thanksgiving   This Thanksgiving season homeowners can be grateful that: For those who were in the path of recent hurricanes and ongoing fires, whose homes were not destroyed, that they continue to have a roof over their heads and a safe haven for their...
11/21/2018
You just found your perfect home, and you feel like everything is right including the price. But, what could be wrong with your ideal home? Maybe, it is being sold as a short sale, and that could present a major challenge if you want to become be the eventual homeowner. Short sales are different...
11/21/2018
Part 11   Home Ownership Pays!   No question about it, home ownership is a big investment, maybe the largest you’ll ever make. But over time, it’s an investment that pays for itself many times over. Here’s how: Tax advantages Mortgage interest is tax deductible Real estate taxes are tax deductib...
11/21/2018
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