Why do you blog? I got an email from David Patterson asking if I could do a video of what blogging has done for my business. I said sure no problem, would love to.   Blogging has set me apart from others around here in Tamarac. Now I am no Scott Daniels, Neal Bloom or of course Midori Miller. But I just love doing this!! I love being able to show my community and just talking about  Real Estate. But I have notice that my phone is ringing now. When I ask where did they find me at. What do you think??? Here on ActiveRain of course. Its really the only place you will find me blogging at! And boy do I love to hear that answer.   I think I bloomed back in April or May of this year. And i started posting everyday with something different directed to the locals here and that's when I noticed t... 09/22/2008

Have you been to Big Al's yet? No, then what are you waiting for! It's only one of the main attractions of Tamarac, Fl. You enter the store and you walk into the selling section-    Fish tanks Aquarium pieces Fish foods Water chemicals But continue on and you feel you are walking into the sea! When you walk through the dark hallway you are surrounded by 2 huge fish tanks. On one side you have fresh water, and on the other you have salt. Take your prefrences, either way its beautiful. Continue on and there is another huge salt water tank. In this one you will find about 4 huge SHARKS, 2 very long EELS, and plenty schools of fish to choose from. 6820 N University DrTamarac, FL 33321(954) 722-3474   What is also great about this place--- Its known for its FEEDING FRENZY!! This is when they... 09/21/2008

Here is the calendar of events for the month of October for the city of Tamarac! Enjoy! Weds. October 1 9am Hearing Screening 9am Planning Board 2pm Special Magistrate 6pm FISH    Tues October 7 10am Free Eyeglass Repair 1:30pm Public Information Committee 5pm Parks & Recreation Board 7pm City Commission Meeting   Tuesday October 14 9:30am Insurance Advisory Board 10am Free Eyeglas   Weds. October 15   10am League for the Hard of Hearing 2pm FABTO 6pm FISH (Families Invested Support Health)   Sat. October18 10am Spook-A-Lot for tots 8pm Dive-In Movie   Tues October 21 10am Free Eyeglass Repair 5pm Public Art Co   October 28 10am Free Eyeglass Repair October 31 8am Veterans Advisor 6pm Halloween Ho 09/20/2008

So are you wondering where you can find cheap gas in Broward County? Where here you go my friends, and if you by chance find a gas station not on this list please do leave it here so I can update this list! Price Station Address City Time 3.59 Chevron 4450 S Pine Island Rd & Orange Dr Davie Sep 19, 11:38 AM 3.67 Citgo 4900 N Federal Hwy & NE 49th St Lighthouse Point Sep 19, 8:00 AM 3.67 Marathon 4915 N Federal Hwy & NE 49th St Pompano Beach Sep 19, 8:00 AM 3.68 Valero 1201 E Commercial Blvd & NE 12th Ave Fort Lauderdale Sep 19, 7:00 AM 3.69 Liberty 3350 Davie Blvd & SW 33rd Ter Fort Lauderdale Sep 19, 7:00 PM 3.69 Ultimate Carwash, Inc. 321 S Federal Hwy Dania Beach Sep 19, 4:08 PM 3.69 Sunoco 6201 Miramar Pkwy & SW 62nd Ave Miramar Sep 19, 12:57 PM 3.69 Valero 1050 SW 81st Ave & Tam O'... 09/20/2008

Well Disney on Ice is coming to town and the Kiddos are going to want to go. See here is where they will be. Starting with Broward County     Where: BankAtlantic Center, 2555 Panther Parkway, SunriseWhen: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18 and Sept. 19; 11:30 a.m., 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20; 1 and 5 p.m. Sept. 21Tickets: $18-$50; Ticketmaster   Then it heads to Miami - Dade County Where: AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., MiamiWhen: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24-26; 11:30 a.m., 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27; 1 and 5 p.m. Sept. 28Tickets: $18-$50; Ticketmaster   Have Fun with Mickey and Minnie!! 09/18/2008

Two weeks ago I went to an Open House for my daughters school and thought it was wonderful. While the teacher was discussing what there daily routine was and what they do in Centers. One of the centers was computers. She did complain that she has two computers but only has one working, the other can't get on the internet.  She has been trying to get it fixed with no luck. It seems that this particular computer is much older and seems that it will be needed to be updated, but of course because of budget cuts they can't get another one. Her class is not the only class with this same problem.  Now with 20 + students one computer per class in not enough. Going to a computer class in the school is not possible right now since the 3rd graders and up are preparing for FCAT's. I don't think its... 09/17/2008

 Just wanted to take this time to wish everyone a very Happy Labor day! I hope everyone enjoys a good Bar- Be- Que. I know I will. My dad and grandparents are coming over and I will be in the yard playing soccer with the kiddos. This will be a very relaxing day for me.     I had to throw this picture in. I am a hands on kind of person so I will be kicking my feet up today to HONOR LABOR DAY!!!   What will you be doing? Would love to share this day, Throw in some pictures of your day in the comment section!!! ENJOY!!! 09/01/2008

Are you looking for things to do with your kids this holiday weekend, besides shopping? Well here are a few places where you can take them. Some places are free and some have a minimal charge. Enjoy the rest of your weekend! Splash around at Safari Isle at Markham Park, 16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise. The kiddie pool with depths up to 12 feet is open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and on Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry to the pool $3.50 per person. Park entry is $1.50 per person. For more info: 954-389-2000.  The Hippo Slide, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 1. Across from the Hollywood Beach Theatre, 100 Johnson St., Hollywood. $2 per ride; $5 per 3 rides; $15 per half hour; $20 per hour; $20 per 3 hours; $40 day pass. Call 954-921-3404.  Laser Show, 9 p.m. Aug. 29-Sept. 1 at Se... 08/30/2008

Just a quick slide show to celebrate my wedding anniversary. We are celebrating 11 wonderful years. I wanted to share a little piece with all of you. I love you honey and look forward to celebrating the rest of our lives together! You have given me so much that I am so Thankful for. You stand by me with all the craziness I go through, you just look at me and laugh.          08/30/2008

Have you ever read a book that just has taken you to that special place? I have read a book like that and boy was I surprised. Now I am a Christian and I am not the one to talk about Religion or Politics.. But this book is one of those books that even one who is not religous can enjoy. When I was younger I use to go to church on Weds nights and Sunday mornings. Monday nights was youth group. I was very close with God, but when I got older I got busier and had less time to spend with him and grew away from him as well. Do I talk with him? Sure who doesn't? But I would like to have a relationship like I use to with him.                                                                 I will breifly talk about the book, but I really would prefer you read it for yourself. Its about a man who... 08/29/2008

Wednesday, September 10th:  Open House for Grades K,1,2, Place,VPK   Wednesday, September 17th: Open House for Grades 3-5   Open House Times are from 7:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M  As you can see Tamarac Elementary will be holding there open house. You can speak with the teacher and see where your child seats at all day long. I am looking forward to talking with my daughters teacher and seeing where she sits. Its all she can talk about. This is an exciting time.  If your child goes to Tamarac Elementary I would love to meet you as well! 08/26/2008

Are you looking to stay connected with other moms from your child's class or even the other moms from the school? If so Cafemom has come up with a great idea. Create groups for the school itself. I know that there are moms that can not attend PTA meetings, but want to know what is going on. ARe there concerns you want to address? Have an event going on for the school? Is there a change in the schedule? How about the sports meets, or band practices? This is the perfect place to ask and answer any of these questions. I became the group owner for my daughters school, Tamarac Elementary. So if there are any moms that are looking for something like this, why not go the cafemom.com and look to see if your school is listed, does it have an owner, if not see if you can become the owner of the g... 08/26/2008

       Tamarac is now registering for Youth Soccer. Every Saterday till September 27 from 10am to 2pm. Registration for Tamarac residents is $140 and for non- reisdents its $190. This includes both practices and game uniforms. Registration is being held at the Tamarac community center off of Commerical Blvd. What you will need to purchace is a soccer ball, the shoes, and the shin guards.  I'm excited this will be the first year my kids will be playing and they are playing on the same team. Practices starts next month, but we went and got some supplies to get them started now!! So look forward to some game highlights.   08/24/2008

Yesterday was my daughters first day of school. It started 2 days late on account of Tropical Storm Fay. She was all excited and could barely sleep last night. We live very close to the school, walking distance, Tamarac Elementary. So we walked, the police stopped traffic in order for us to cross the school. We are the only family in my community with kids as youngs as mine are, so no other kids were coming out. She thought she was so special that the polic officer stopped it just for her! So we go and walk the school looking to where we go. We sit in the cafeteria waiting till her teacher comes and walks them to class. She wanted to walk with her, but they don't allow that there. This is when she realizes that things are different then her other school she went to last year. I told her... 08/20/2008

So I am taking a mini vacation for a few days in Marco Island. The kids are loving it here. Having fun on the beach, watching the sun go down. Visited the Naples Zoo, got to watch the tigers fed, alligators up close and more. Figured now would be the best time, school starts on Monday and won't be able to take another break till Christmas. Here are a few shots from there. I love this shot, you can see how beautiful the clouds are.                                     Hope you enjoyed some of these pictures. Will be here for a few more days! 08/14/2008

Yesterday I was reading the paper as I do just about every morning, but on the computer. One of the headline subject was and I quote~   Selling a Home? Haggle your Broker's Commission" Selling a home in South Florida right now isn't easy. And likely, you'll sell for less that you want. But you can recoup some losses by haggling with your broker on commission fees. Consumer Reports recently surveyed about 15,000 home sellers and buyers and found that a growing number are haggling with brokers - and winning. More importantly, the survey also found that sellers who paid commission rates 3 percent or lower were just as satisfied with their brokers’ performance as those who paid 6 percent or higher. Bottom line: If you don't ask - and be aggressive - you have no chance of saving. More sellin... 08/10/2008

In todays Sun-Sentinel they went on to explain the Days on Market here in Sunny South Florida. Here is how it started: Houses in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties take 156 days to sell on average, longer than anywhere else in the country. OK they started ok, but then had to go and say that it takes us longer than anyone else. Then it went on to say the number of days has gone up, but our supply has gone down:   South Florida's days-on-market barometer has increased to 154 in June from 152 in May, even though the number of houses for sale has declined slightly over the same period. There were 48,362 for sale in July, down from 48,662 in June and 48,949 in May. 26 percent of the Broward homes that sold in July closed within 30 days of being listed. A year ago, 22 percent of the ... 08/08/2008

Usually when I meet a client for the first time I am always in business attire. But after being with clients a few times I tend to dress to make the client comfortable. Right now I am working with a set of clients who are the jeans and t-shirt types. Now don't get me wrong, I don't just dress in jeans and t-shirt, but not in a suit either. I dress comfortable enough when I with them. Usually jeans and a semi dressy shirt, so I would be semi- casual sort to speak. Now I know I am going to get some lip about this. That you should always dress in business attire, never dress down. But what if it makes the clients more comfortable to be around you. I tend to go with how the clients are. Are they a type to always be dressed up? Are they a type to be semi, or in jeans? How do you feel about i... 08/06/2008

So yesterday I had the pleasure of speaking with Laura Thornton. She is new here, only been on about a week so when you get the chance, shoot on over and give her a warm welcome. She had a post yesterday that she needed a Realtor in Broward county. Well at first I was going to leave a comment, but decided to give her a call instead. You know when you start to talk with someone you just know there will be a friendship or business realationship? Well that's how it went. We spent an hour on the phone, just chatting about different stuff. We talked about AR, Twitter, and more. I can tell I found the perfect loan officer to work with! I am glad I pick up the phone. Sometimes the personal touch of talking to someone goes a long way!  I got the referral and will be calling the buyer today! Sol... 08/02/2008

Back in May I wrote a post about Tax Free Week. Well it comes to find out that they cancelled it. The state decided that we will not be doing it this year. At one point we were but then I find out that they never voted on it this year.  First, there was one. Then, there wasn't to be one. Then, maybe there would be a shortened one. Then, there was confusion. Spokeswoman Renee Watters at the Florida Department of Revenuein Tallahassee put the matter of the back-to-school sales-tax holiday to rest: There won't be one this August. "The Legislature never authorized it," she said.   Will it be back next year? Not sure. This is usually a very anticpated time of year. Back to school and saving on clothes, school supplies, etc. I have seen though that the stores and making up for the short of th... 08/02/2008