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Mixing Politics and Your Real Estate Business

Valleri Crabtree — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:56:02 +0000

Based upon how politically "tuned-in" you are and the extent to which you care about the political process, this dilemma may be a serious, soul-searching conundrum or it can be a tiny blip on the radar screen of your thoughts. If this is something that you do care about, what are the pros and cons of expressing yourself politically?

Don't whine...RESIGN!

Valleri Crabtree — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 20:41:59 +0000

If you don't like the career path that you have selected in real estate, don't whine!"? Resign!"? Find something new to do!"? The real estate field has so many possibilities that you are bound to find something that speaks to your interests.

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The Amazing Benefits of a Sphere of Influence Mailing List- Part II

Valleri Crabtree — Wed, 09 May 2007 19:08:27 +0000

Now that you have constructed your "Sphere of Influence Mailing List," you are ready to make money with it!"? Learn in this installment the what, the when, and the how of using the list for the best results.

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Selling Condos to the Elderly

Valleri Crabtree — Sun, 22 Apr 2007 19:04:34 +0000

Selling condominiums to elderly clients requires sensitivity, understanding, and sometimes a recommendation to take another action- like stay in their existing home!"? An initial meeting for counseling with the client as well as the client's family members is critical, especially when the family members are urging the move"?and the elderly client is resisting."?

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Don't Get Into Real Estate Unless You Mean It!

Valleri Crabtree — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:46:41 +0000

Why go through all the money and time and education if you are not willing to work"?? Selling real estate can be a very rewarding career, but it takes WORK!

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Dare to be different!

Valleri Crabtree — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 15:23:35 +0000

Do you find yourself following the pack, doing the same old, same old all the time"?? It's time to differentiate yourself and your services from the others!"? Here's some tips as to how you could "dare to be different" and reap the profits that come with it!

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Become more productive by becoming more organized!

Valleri Crabtree — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:41:00 +0000

Ever wondered why some people can accomplish tons of work in a day while others can barely get one item done? It's probably because the highly productive person is also a highly organized person. If you want to get more done each day, here are some tips to help you get started down that path.

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The Amazing Benefits of a Sphere of Influence Mailing List- Part I

Valleri Crabtree — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 14:14:00 +0000

Your sphere of influence mailing list is the single most important tool that you have to jump start your career in real estate. If you have already been in real estate sales for some time, a sphere of influence"?list will significantly increase your sales."? But to create a list that will be truly effective takes patience, thought, focus, and organization.

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Dress for Success - it still makes a difference!

Valleri Crabtree — Sat, 01 Jul 2006 13:39:00 +0000

The idea of "Dress For Success" flourished in the 1980's, with men and women rushing to purchase just the right suits, shoes, shirts, and accessories. Then came the 90's with dress down Fridays (which in many cases turned into dress down Mondays, Tuesday, etc.) and a more casual overall appearance and attitude in the workplace. As we entered this century, the pendulum began to swing back to a more professional demeanor at work, along with the clothes to go with it.

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