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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

You have to search out the 'nuggets' here. They are not going to slap you in the face. Some people come here, ask questions & expect the meaning of life. Come on ..... we might point you to the closest bar in the area.

YOU have to do the work in order to find the value. Most people here are excellent writers if you haven't noticed. Follow the ones where you like their style!

When you first start blogging, your not sure of what you want to say or how to say it. You will find your style here from others.

Kathy Streib & Carol Williams do a 'compilation' each week. These ladies work hard to find the nuggets for you.

https://activerain.com/blogsview/5580536/second-chance-saturday--week-179

https://activerain.com/blogsview/5581409/posts-just-for-you--this-week-at-activerain-october-25-to-october-31--2020

 

 

 

Nov 04, 2020 04:28 PM
Ambassador
5,828,137
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Rocky- the most important thing I would tell a new member is to read and comment on posts. This is the key to interacting with the members here, and if you do so, you'll learn what the real benefit of ActiveRain is...the community.  And thank you Lyn Sims 

Nov 04, 2020 07:05 PM
Ambassador
6,392,879
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

The importance of consistency in your blogging and promotion.

Nov 04, 2020 05:49 PM
Ambassador
2,435,649
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I've suggested this to agents in the past and they passed. I think a lot of people have no interest in writing/posting/commenting.... They don't get it.

Nov 04, 2020 05:42 PM
Ambassador
5,048,708
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

The blogging has value for sure, if done well and consistently, and with an eye to consumers. But there so much more - learning, sharing, getting to know a wide range of industry professionals around the country, creating a referral database as you get to know people, to name a few.

Nov 04, 2020 04:51 PM
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3,587,835
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Rocky you're doing great here. I've noticed a lot of good stuff you're doing and you've had a few features, right?  Way ahead of the game.  Keep bringing what your bringing to the party and you'll do great.  Take time....it really does because there is so much to learn and figure out.  We're all here to help out. 

Nov 04, 2020 07:31 PM
Rainmaker
1,042,585
Rocky Dickerson
Realty One Group - Las Vegas, NV
Superior Service!

Are there features on here most people don't realize?  Are there ways to use ActiveRain that many overlook?

Nov 04, 2020 04:21 PM
Ambassador
3,854,786
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

 Rocky Dickerson Most didn't realize when they started blogging, the reason was to get business. They found much more. So much to learn, so many bright professionals willing to share, having your clients follow you and give you suggestions for topics. Buyers and Sellers love to see how you blog about their listings and so much more. Good to see you on Tuesday's Zoom. 

Nov 04, 2020 08:08 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Rocky,

I think with all the changes, the membership dwindled.  It used to be that I would post something in the morning, and I would see it on Google that afternoon, the SEO was robust.  Then there was all those tech issues, which lasted a bit as well as the spammers, call girls, etc. 

Many want instant gratification, instant referrals and whatever else comes in an instant mindset.  It is not going to happen here.  A

Nov 04, 2020 04:20 PM
Rainmaker
1,310,972
John Juarez
The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA
ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

I enjoyed reading the comments of others in response to your question, Rocky Dickerson 

I enjoy the interplay and opinions of our active members.

Nov 04, 2020 08:05 PM
Rainmaker
693,775
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Just interact on a regular basis.  Once I finally committed to it, I have met several really great contacts across the country.  Yesterday, I closed on a transaction and the family was moving to Carlsbad, CA.  I was able to pick up the phone and call Jeff Dowler, CRS (ON HIS BIRTHDAY) for some local information  my clients  needed.  He happily answered and helped.  I feel I could do that just about anywhere in the country.  For me, that is the beauty of Activerain.

Nov 05, 2020 10:14 AM
Rainer
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Don Baker
Lane Realty - Eatonton, GA
Lake Sinclair Specialist

I'm still pretty green myself, but neighborhood posts keep our firm phone rining thanks to years of posts my did.  They always have a "current" list of homes for sale in said neighborhood.

Nov 05, 2020 08:05 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,013
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Like anything else when a group rows in the same direction progress is made

Nov 05, 2020 06:49 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

"Should" is a powerful word ...I've been a member here since May 2008. I only learned what I should have known after I had a few bad experiences. Yes, it is true. I've been burned by a few people because I trusted too much. Should I have known not to trust them?  Perhaps.  
Beyond that ... it is a great community.  I've made a lot of friends ... and I am still here ... just not as trusting 🤪

Nov 05, 2020 06:47 AM
Rainmaker
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Rocky - where does one begin?  The replies given to your question prior to me put much of what AR has faced since the beginning of its existence. 

What "works" for some, does not "work" for all.  And then, we can have a discussion on the definition of "work".    

Nov 05, 2020 05:49 AM
Rainmaker
5,215,388
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Success in the Rain has taken years for those commenting to this question. You are off to a great start. Consistency is key!

Nov 05, 2020 03:57 AM
Rainmaker
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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

Well it's a lot like the Continuum Transfunctioner. Mysterious and powerful. And its mystery is only exceeded by its power. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
OH, and what ARMS said 😉

Nov 05, 2020 03:41 AM
Rainmaker
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Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Well not wanting to sound  old:)) relationships, friendships and to boot referrals:))Endre

Nov 04, 2020 08:50 PM
Rainmaker
7,834,939
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Most agents are not blogging.

Nov 04, 2020 04:39 PM
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

The people are amazing and the business you gain, both from referrals from other agents and from those who read your blogs, are layers and layers of icing on the cake!

Nov 05, 2020 06:37 PM
Rainer
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KAREN FUNK
1st Choice Realty & Associates - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor Elk Grove Sacramento Seller Buyer Investor

I get a lot of opinions and some useful insights, when I pose questions about real situations that come in the course of a transaction

Nov 05, 2020 03:29 PM
Ambassador
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

You have a voice here once making your presence known by interacting, following community guidelines and creating relationships!

Nov 05, 2020 10:29 AM
Rainer
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Jerrill Ewing
N & J Lake Properties, LLC - Eatonton, GA
Builder

searing for topics in the system

Nov 05, 2020 08:02 AM
Rainmaker
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Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

When I first started in 2007, had no idea you were to INTERACT!   That is how you gain relationships across the Country.    Now, when a client says they are moving, I usually know someone in that City! 

Nov 05, 2020 06:20 AM
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Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

What I would tell a new member of ActiveRain is:
You will never believe the value of the connections made IF you spend the time to read, comment, and share YOUR knowledge.

Nov 05, 2020 02:08 PM
Rainer
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Karen Climer
Demetree School of Real Estate - Orlando, FL
Teaching people to pass the real estate exam

Don't ever post something on here unless you don't mind being quoted in the newspaper.  There is at least one newspaper that uses people's answers to questions in their article.  That doesn't mean you shouldn't answer questions - you should.  But don't say anything that would embarrassed you to have your name attached to in a newspaper.

That's true with anything on the internet, but often it's hypothetical.  In this case, the newspaper has actually quoted people.  I'm sure someone on here can remember what newspaper it is that uses us as a source.

Nov 05, 2020 11:52 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Most agents do not know about Active Rain.  Mostly because is is high risk and somewhat embarrassing to bring folks into a system that does not work.
Those who are here are here for the community, and have been here for years.
You are one of the rare newbies. Our job is to nurture you so the disappointments you will encounter does not send you off to FB and word-press.
With an active population of less than 100, it really no longer has the critical mass to present a representative validation platform.
What should they know?  AR should be their PLan D until the path to the future of AR is better understood.

Nov 05, 2020 05:40 AM
Rainmaker
1,196,588
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

It's fun, most folks are pleasant, it can be addictive...lol you make distant friends, and you can even learn some things AND if I dare say...The women are good looking and smart!

Nov 06, 2020 04:46 PM
Rainmaker
763,783
Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

The more you give the more you receive in abundance.

Nov 06, 2020 08:52 PM