Special offer
John Novak, Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate (Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace)

Spam prevention
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

How would anyone be able to earn 500,000 for a free Rainmaker account?  Would that convert to a "pay for play" for all of us?

Jan 11, 2016 03:06 AM
Rainmaker
763,883
Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

Points originally got me deeply involved and are still a driving force.  The enjoyment from interaction is much greater than the points though.

Jan 11, 2016 08:27 AM
Ambassador
3,169,508
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

John, I'm long past points driving my activities.  I demand of myself that I post daily.  I leave comments and answer questions as time allows.  I don't get the shakes any longer if I don't max out my posts for points or number of comments for a given day.  And I'm sliding backwards down the overall Leaderboard, and that's okay too.  My phone rings regularly as a result of the work I do here.

Jan 11, 2016 08:03 AM
Rainmaker
140,768
Joan Dickie
Keller Williams Premier Realty - La Crosse, WI
Keller Williams Premier Realty

Maybe just a little less commenting.  I like the questions.

Jan 11, 2016 07:29 AM
Rainmaker
846,475
Marco Giancola
Beachfront Realty - Miami Beach, FL
Realtor (305)608-1922, Miami Beach Florida

Absolutely decrease. I enjoy the leader board chase!

Jan 11, 2016 04:59 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Yes. It would decrease.

Jan 11, 2016 04:57 AM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

If there were no points, I would participate less than I do now.  I would no longer actively seek out 20 blogs to comment on per day.  I would CONTINUE to answer as many questions per day as I wanted to (I'm sure I hit over the 20 mark most days) and do my 10 blogs per week.  I would look at blogs that interest me and comment on those.  This is the level of activity I plan to go to once I hit the 500,000 mark.

Jan 11, 2016 03:18 AM
Rainmaker
4,572,183
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

I'm waiting for that day when Roger D. Mucci says - I'm so happy that the AR Superstore has finally opened but it's a Pet Shop and all they have are kitties.  

Jan 11, 2016 10:13 PM
Rainmaker
2,443,250
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

Definately less. I need numbers to see where I am. I would still enjoy being here, but I know me.

Jan 11, 2016 11:55 AM
Rainmaker
3,988,007
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I primarily blog for business and must admit if that didn't pay off I probably would not be as dedicated as I am. I would be less active and do it purely for fun. The points are fun so that is secondary, too. If they went away, so be it,  I would adapt.

Jan 11, 2016 11:15 AM
Rainer
321,564
Melissa Jackson REALTOR
Trinity Premier Properties - Azle, TX
Helping You Make The Right Move

I didn't think the points were good for anything valuable $$.  I find active rain to be an addiction. :-)  Learning about other markets and how agents cope with different issues. Yes, I would still be here. The SEO that's a benefit I'm working on.

Jan 11, 2016 11:09 AM
Rainmaker
1,683,912
Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

It would decrease

Jan 11, 2016 11:04 AM
Rainer
68,845
Sandra Graves
Keller Williams Realty - Folsom, CA
Realtor

It would stay the same. I don't comment on everything I read because I'm not concerned about just having points. If I was only concerned about points, then I would comment more. I'm here for all the reasons you mentioned above, not points.

Jan 11, 2016 10:06 AM
Rainmaker
4,160,899
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

John Novak Probably less.

Jan 11, 2016 09:53 AM
Rainmaker
2,182,552
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

Greatly decrease !!!

Jan 11, 2016 08:37 AM
Ambassador
5,829,143
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

John- points or no points, I would still be here.  And, I would continue to do what I'm doing . 

Jan 11, 2016 08:26 AM
Rainmaker
2,224,473
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Hmmm...I would certainly still be using AR and probably doing it daily. I like posting market reports. I probably wouldn't be here as much, though, if no points were offered. I set personal point goals for myself (just for fun), and there wouldn't be any reason to work hard to hit those goals. 

Jan 11, 2016 08:22 AM
Rainer
80,653
Linda Guess
Keller Williams Tri-Lakes Branson, MO - Branson, MO
Branson area real estate sales.

I would decrease my use.

Jan 11, 2016 08:19 AM
Rainmaker
564,720
Women of Westchester Working Together
Women of Westchester Working Together - West Harrison, NY
Women helping Women get ahead

I hate to admit it, but yes, I would use it less.  But, I would still use it for all the reasons you gave which are way more important than the points.

Jan 11, 2016 07:35 AM
Ambassador
3,383,334
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I would still use it for those things, but wouldn't make as many comments and may stay out of this area all together.

Jan 11, 2016 07:15 AM
Ambassador
3,345,091
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Yes, I would still participate in the AR community ... would neither increase or decrease my activity.  Steady as she goes ...

Jan 11, 2016 06:01 AM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

For me it would not change much...Points were a good motivator but I never tried to maximize them

Jan 11, 2016 04:15 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

John Novak Sure!!

Jan 11, 2016 04:04 AM
Rainmaker
823,579
Susan Laxson CRS
Palm Properties - La Quinta, CA
Realtor in San Diego, CA & Naples, FL

For me it would stay the same, because from past years of experience, I KNOW it works and you get the attention for your effort, provided it is quality content for your target market.

Jan 11, 2016 03:56 AM
Rainmaker
1,577,943
Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner
Karen Parsons-Fiddler, Broker 949-510-2395 - Mission Viejo, CA
Orange County & Lake Arrowhead, CA (949)510-2395

It might be a little different, worse. I might not comment as much and that would be a shame.

Jan 11, 2016 03:53 AM
Rainmaker
1,157,785
FN LN
Toronto, ON

It would stay the same.

Jan 11, 2016 03:42 AM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

John,

We have a mantra, NEVER MESS WITH WHAT WORKS !   A

Jan 11, 2016 03:35 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

It would probably decrease some.  

Jan 11, 2016 03:31 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,143
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

My participation would stay the same as long as most of the other Rainer's remained.

Jan 11, 2016 03:12 AM
Rainer
150,416
Michael Thacker - Re/Max Real Estate Center - Louisville
Re/Max Real Estate Center - The Thacker Group - Louisville, KY
Your best friend who just happens to be a Realtor

I see the points as the same type of inducement to participate and one watching their analytics of their site. 

Jan 11, 2016 02:58 AM
Rainmaker
911,338
Jeff Pearl
RE/MAX Distinctive / LIC in VA - Lovettsville, VA
Full Service Full Time Realtor

Stay the same. Points have no real value to me or my business. Maybe they should give out S&H or in this case AR Greenstamps. When I fill 10 books, I can buy a product like a digital tape measure.

Jan 11, 2016 02:39 AM
Rainmaker
1,239,901
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

yes

I may be less active ans q&a....

Jan 11, 2016 02:32 AM
Rainmaker
797,457
Liz Wallace
Century 21 Sherlock Homes - Rockville Centre, NY
Broker C21 Sherlock Homes, Rockville Centre, LI, N

I think pretty much the same but the points help me figure out referrals.

Jan 11, 2016 02:27 AM
Rainmaker
7,836,164
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I think the quality of the site would improve if the points program were eliminated. The comments from others in the industry are nice but not productive.

Jan 11, 2016 02:04 AM
Rainer
112,947
Vera Gonzalez
RE/MAX Suburban, Inc. - Sterling Heights, MI
Gonzo For Real Estate

I love the sharing of ideas. The points are an added bonus. 

Jan 11, 2016 01:58 AM
Rainmaker
4,333,772
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Absolutely...Hey, they give points here???

Jan 11, 2016 01:58 AM
Rainmaker
1,280,748
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

I'm not sure that I would. If I could consistently generate business maybe, however I need the points to keep me engaged.

Sep 09, 2016 07:10 AM
Rainmaker
1,197,152
Peter Mohylsky, Beach Expert
PMI. Destin - Miramar Beach, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

I would still be here.

Jan 16, 2016 09:05 AM
Rainmaker
5,868,554
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

I have started my day out on AR for six solid years, by now it is a habit.  I can attribute at least 15% of my business each year to blogging.

Jan 11, 2016 11:59 PM
Rainmaker
979,496
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

John - I think I would still want to post for the SEO, but maybe it would be on another platform, who knows. I would also probably still remain engaged here because I think I have learned so much from so many other members.

Jan 11, 2016 06:54 PM
Rainmaker
2,538,633
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning John. My sense would be that many would drop out, but count me in. I enjoy the interactions and relationships that I have built.

Jan 11, 2016 05:41 PM
Rainmaker
2,759,812
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Interesting question John. For some that is the driving force for others it really doesn't matter.

Jan 11, 2016 05:32 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

John Novak my participation will be little different. Perhaps I'll read more posts and write more/additional posts other than market reports, I guess.

Jan 11, 2016 03:31 PM
Ambassador
6,393,609
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Points have an important role here and are what helps to make this a group that exceeds all the other real estate forums.

Jan 11, 2016 03:12 PM
Rainmaker
1,107,863
Sharon Parisi
United Real Estate Dallas - Dallas, TX
Dallas Homes

My participation would stay about the same. I'm a fan through and through.

Jan 11, 2016 02:20 PM
Ambassador
3,164,294
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I expect it would stay about the same. 

Jan 11, 2016 01:32 PM