Monday, November 23, 2009
It’s a busy time of year. As Realtors, we’re becoming more active with closings, listings and showing properties. As parents, we’re busy with our children who are excited to get a few days without school. As families, we’re busy preparing food for Thanksgiving or preparing to travel or both. Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the [...]
Monday, November 16, 2009
One of our greatest rights as Americans living in a democratic society is the right to vote. We get to vote on issues, candidates and “American Idol”. Likewise, one of the benefits of being a member of a volunteer-run association is the right to vote.
Monday, November 9, 2009
I’ve got some great news to share! Today GNAR released the October home sales numbers with much enthusiasm as for the first time in a long time the numbers are good….really good.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
The United States Congress has approved the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers that has been so meaningful in helping create activity in the housing market. The program was set to expire on November 30 of this year, but now will continue through the spring of 2010 (sales contracts signed by the end of April). [...]
Monday, November 2, 2009
Last week was the Middle Tennessee REALTORS Convention. The first night opened with the Tradeshow Kickoff Party and I saw many REALTORS hauling overflowing bags full of information and promotional items. While those are typical and tangible takeaways from a convention, I want to share with you some of the less concrete things that I and many others brought back.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Go to any event multiple times, watch the season premiere of your favorite television show or even take a second look at the menu of your favorite restaurant and I’m sure you’ll find something new or revamped. Companies and organizations are constantly looking for ways to better their events, services or products in order to [...]
Monday, October 12, 2009
Wow! When you look at the exceptional opportunities all area Realtors have by attending GNAR’s Middle Tennessee Realtors Convention, you just have to step back and say “Wow!”
Monday, October 5, 2009
You know the old saying “Pick your battles”? In the real estate industry, as with any profession, there are plenty of battles. Depending on your specialty, length of time in the business and personal opinion, you may feel like the Realtor Party is always battling an issue. Regardless, there’s a battle to be fought right now and….
Monday, September 28, 2009
Two years ago there were very few foreclosures and the term “short sale” didn’t mean much of anything to anyone. Things have changed . . . dramatically.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Affordable housing continues to be one of the most talked-about issues these days. And, it continues to be one of the most complicated subjects because it means so many different things to different people.
There seems to be clear agreement that homeownership is of great value to individuals, families and the community at-large. But, creating [...]
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