Nate Rowe's (naterowe) Blog

On this date, March 1st 1872, Yellowstone National Park was created as the first ever national park in the world.  There is over 300 square miles of land set aside for all generations to enjoy.  That's bigger than our Henrico County.  I have never traveled out west yet, but when I do, I hope to v...

On this date, February 28th, 1692 the Salem, Massachusetts witch hunts began.  My dad traveled through Salem as part of a vacation trip in the northeast.  He told me that even in the middle of the tourist trap shops and exhibits, there is really an eerie feeling in the town.  Although there were ...

It was $100,000 back then and now it is generally between $15-25 million.  I wonder if we can make that much selling real estate?  I will try to get to that point.  I will work very hard at it and I hope you will do the same.  I think it is possible.  On this date, February 27th, 1963 baseball le...

To all Realtors who are struggling in these tough economic times:  If we continue to take great care of our clients, work hard for them, stay in touch with them and be honest, WE WILL MAKE IT!  I wish you all the best and hope to see you around on Active Rain for a long time.     Nate Rowe www.Na...

Short Sales and Foreclosures are flooding the Market.  It seems that about 50% of the homes I show are a short sale or a foreclosure.  I fear the worst is still to come.  There are more and more people losing their jobs by the day.  The problem that I see is that this will continually drive the m...

Can we write about anything without getting accused of copyright infringement?   I wrote a blog a while back, talking about the Constitution and the amendments (Bill of Rights) and was told because I spelled them out in my blog, it could be considered copyright infringement (I was not accused, th...

TOPP PRODUCER vs. SEMINARS AND SYSTEMMS:   Real Estate contact management is very important and these two seem like the most used.   I would like to get everyone's opinion on which is better.  Please share your comments if you have any experience with these products.  Thank you in advance.  I kno...

I met some potential clients today for the first time.  They were a referral from another agent.  They called me today and said they wanted to see a certain home today.  I agreed and told them that the next step after that will be to get qualified. This is not the first home they bought, so when ...

I was looking at some pictures on another member's blog and I decided to write this quick blog.  This might save you or anyone you care about a lot of money and headache.  It is very simple and costs nothing, in fact, you will SAVE MONEY. I have a lot of friends that are plumbers and I have gotte...

Active Rain is a great network.  I asked for advice on how to best utilize the network and make friends here and 8 people shared some wonderrful advice with me.  It means a great deal to have so many people that are willing to help newbies learn the ropes.   Thank you to everyone on Active Rain t...