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We?re Back?For Now?
2008-10-10 22:09:00
Well after enduring a full on assault by some seriously deranged porn stuffing hackers, we’re back up and running. The good news is that all articles, blog posts, radio episodes and interviews are intact and available for viewership and your listening pleasure. The bad news is we are about to go crazy with a re-launch of ...
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Are You Or Any Of Your Clients Considering Bankruptcy?
2008-10-01 13:46:00
As I have been watching the news this week, I see that bankruptcy is at an all time high. You may be a homeowner in distress or an investor who is upside down or a real estate agent who has some financial difficulty or has a client in trouble. You may be considering ...
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How to Chase Away Your Potentially Perfectly Qualified, Perfectly Loyal Buy
2008-09-30 17:01:00
There have been some recent lively discussions over the cyber-waves about whether or not to require buyer pre-approval and/or a buyer agency agreement prior to showing a home. Most real estate agents seem to be of the opinion that it’s a waste of time to work with a buyer who does not have a pre-approval stamped ...
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Racists, Frauds And Ninconpoops!
2008-09-28 14:32:00
As more and more consumers learn that they don’t have to put up with the shenanigans of Realtors, we are seeing complaints against Realtors increase. Unfortunately given the lack of “business” skills of many agents, this trend is likely to continue and rise. Last week we wrote about another agent being brought up on charges for ...
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Wrong Expectations Can Doom Both Buyers And Sellers
2008-09-26 05:29:00
Successful sales function of facts, not emotions Here’s a new thought for you. Our residential market is trying to correct itself, but we keep getting in the way. “We” includes buyers, sellers, agents, lenders and any other stakeholder that has the propensity to allow emotions to enter their decision-making process. As I ...
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Real Estate Radio USA Episode 190
2008-09-24 23:47:00
On today?s show we talked about the latest in real estate news including the interview Mad Money?s Jim Cramer did with MSNBC?s Morning Joe. We also spoke with the ?Queen of Short Sales?, Dwan Twyford from the Investor?s Edge University, and Richard Swerdlow from Condo.com. All of this and more on this episode of Real ...
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Real Estate Radio USA Episode 189
2008-09-24 17:54:00
On today’s show we talked about the latest happenings in the financial markets and what Mad Money’s Jim Cramer has to say on the subject. We were joined on the program today by Louis and Jessica from HomeGain about a new product, and then we spoke with Dave Lakhani from Bold Approach about the power ...
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Beware The Racist Realtor - Part II
2008-09-24 16:44:00
Oh I finally understand the National Association Of Realtor s advertising campaign. Silly me, I needed to read between the lines. “It’s a great time to buy a home…if you’re white!” Another agent is charged with being a racist. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged Rodney Foreman, ...
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A Motivational Recipe From The Shef
2008-09-24 14:29:00
Dave “The Shef” Sheffield is a valued contributor on the Real Estate Radio USA Blog. Dave is also a highly in demand motivational speaker. We found the Shef in a hotel room, had OJ provide us with some well needed security, and we kept the Shef in the room until he agreed to provide us ...
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Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus And The NAR Is From Pluto
2008-09-22 18:08:00
It really makes me wonder just what planet these guys from the National Association Of Realtors (NAR) are from. As a Realtor, I pay dues to an organization that causes my clients and prospective clients to ridicule my chosen profession. It was my belief that these guys were supposed to be ...
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Customer Service and Training for Attitude
2008-09-22 14:18:00
McCormick Electrical in North Liberty, IN has tons of referrals and repeat business. They are known for their tremendous customer service and positive attitudes. A few months ago I went out, studied them, and produced a 6 minute video of them in action. I often use the video as part of the “Spirit of Customer ...
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Where did the B&B Crew Go?
2008-09-19 23:24:00
Hello to everyone from the B&B Crew . I am writing to you from the South of France while we sip Louis Tres from Baccarat Crystal snifters….  I wish that was what we were doing. Fortunately for all of you, we are not sitting on some beach somewhere, we are coming back to work. We have spent ...

?We?re All Communists Now!?
2008-09-19 16:49:00
I have to say that I love Mad Money’s Jim Cramer. I love someone who is willing to absolutely speak what’s on their mind and not have to be beholden to anyone. Cramer has been wrong, but fortunately for his clients he has been right a lot more than he has been wrong. At the ...
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Real Estate Radio USA Episode 188
2008-09-15 23:01:00
On today?s show we talked about the latest in real estate news including the shakeup on Wall Street and a new blog post concerning the ?2008 Survey of California Home Buyers?. Also on the show today we welcomed America?s Number 1 Mortgage Broker, Brain Brady who spoke with us about Down Payment Assistance Programs. All ...
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Still Not Sure How Important The Internet Is In Real Estate Sales?
2008-09-15 16:25:00
The California Association Of Realtors recently released their “2008 Survey of California Home Buyers”. The data found in this survey isn’t all that astounding to those who have actually been using such information to improve their business. However it further underscores how many real estate agents are out of touch with reality in regards to ...
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The Seven Secrets to Financial Empowerment
2008-09-13 14:00:00
As you work to fulfill your dreams in the field of real estate investing I want you to embrace your future and do everything in your power to help ensure your success despite the challenges you’ll face along the way.  I’ve identified 7 financial keys that can unlock the door to success for you and ...
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We Must Always Remember!
2008-09-11 17:23:00
Transcript of Kevin Cosgrove’s call to 911 who was in the tower and waiting…pleading for help, that could not get there in time. A transcript of Kevin Michael Cosgrove’s chilling call to 911. WARNING: Contains explicit language. 9-11: What’s the telephone number I can tell FD to push up? What’s the telephone number you’re ...

The Top 10 Self Limiting Beliefs Of Realtors
2008-09-08 14:44:00
Did you know the # 1 reason why most people fail to reach their goals? Is it the lack of skill, lack of intelligence, or lack of motivation? The answer is, “None of the above.” Rather, it is the presence of self limiting beliefs. Having been a business coach for the past 12 years, I’ve ...
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Are You Doing Business With A Smile?
2008-09-08 14:20:00
There’s rarely a program I present that someone doesn’t ask me if smiling is really that important - either on the phone or in person. People actually ask me: “Nancy, can you really hear a smile?” Yes, Virginia, you can really hear a smile. And your caller can hear the lack of a smile as ...
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The Numbers Game Of SOI
2008-09-08 14:05:00
You Wanna Play the Numbers Game ? Okay, Let’s Play… Most agent training programs insist that Selling Real Estate is a Numbers Game - that is, in order to bring in enough business to keep the home fires burning, you have to touch as many people as you can with your name & number. The more people ...
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40% Or More Of Homes Sold Are Foreclosures Or Distressed Properties!
2008-08-28 02:27:00
While actual home sales may have had a modest gain this past month, the gain was bittersweet as it is attributed to the declining prices in many markets across the USA. At least a 40% or more of the homes sold nationally last month involved foreclosed homes snapped up at bargain-basement prices ...
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Real Estate Radio USA Episode 183
2008-08-28 00:45:00
On today’s show we talked about the latest in real estate news including a news report from CNBC involving the NAR’s own Lawrence Yun. Also on the show today we spoke with Bill Twyford from the Investor’s Edge University and Laura Ries from the marketing strategy firm, Ries & Ries. All of this and more ...
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Real Estate Radio USA Episode 182
2008-08-27 01:12:00
On today’s show we talked about the latest in real estate news including a new blog post about the National Association of Real tors. Also today we spoke with a couple of true professionals, the first was Annie Jennings of Annie Jennings PR and the second, Vanessa Fox from Nine by Blue. All of this and ...
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Don?t You Just Sometimes Want To Hide The Fact That You?re An NAR Member?
2008-08-26 18:03:00
1 million plus members, many of whom do a good enough job on their own being fodder for the media, do you really need to be paying dues to an organization which continues to be the horse’s ass of trade unions? C’mon, we know that there are more than enough reasons why a lot of consumers ...
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Is Your Commission Worth Dying Over?
2008-06-08 18:18:00
The housing market may not be the “Goose that laid the Golden Egg” that it used to be, and sales may be harder to come by these days, but that is no reason to put yourself in danger for a real estate commission. … [visit site to read more] Don't forget to listen to Real Estate ...SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Is Your Commission Worth Dying Over?", url: "http://www.realestateradiousa.com/blog/2 008/06/08/is-your-commission-worth-dying- over/" });

Real Estate Radio USA Episode 134
2008-06-07 00:30:00
On today’s show we talked about the latest in real estate news including Bank of America, ARM reset rates, and the costliest cities to buy property in. Today we talked with our SEO and internet marketing expert, Mary McKnight, as well as Coldwell Banker top producer Brian Moses. All of this and more on this ...SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Real Estate Radio USA Episode 134", url: "http://www.realestateradiousa.com/blog/2 008/06/06/real-estate-radio-usa-episode-1 34/" });
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Real Estate - Rewired
2008-06-06 20:19:00
Can the Real tor survive in the Real Estate Industry? First, let’s be certain to understand the separation between the two. The Real Estate Industry will undoubtedly survive. … [visit site to read more] Advertisement: How Much Is Your Home Worth? Homegain can help you find out what your home is worth so you can ...SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Real Estate - Rewired", url: "http://www.realestateradiousa.com/blog/2 008/06/06/real-estate-rewired/" });

Real Estate Radio USA Episode 133
2008-06-06 00:28:00
On today’s show we talked about the latest in real estate news including Ed McMahon’s foreclosure, a new all time foreclosure high, a Barry C blog post, and an article about negotiation. Also on the program we had the pleasure of interviewing virtual real estate investor extraordinaire, Charrissa Cawley. All of this and more on ...SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Real Estate Radio USA Episode 133", url: "http://www.realestateradiousa.com/blog/2 008/06/05/real-estate-radio-usa-episode-1 33/" });
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Are You Afraid Of Competition? Or Worse, Have You Already Succumbed To It?
2008-06-05 19:06:00
Lately there has been quite a buzz in the real estate blogosphere about the likes of Trulia and zillow “stealing” business from real estate agents. … [visit site to read more] Don't forget to listen to Real Estate Radio USA live each weekday from 4PM-6PM. If you are looking for a home or investment property in the ...SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Are You Afraid Of Competition ? Or Worse, Have You Already Succumbed To It?", url: "http://www.realestateradiousa.com/blog/2 008/06/05/are-you-afraid-of-competition-o r-worse-have-you-already-succumbed-to-it/ " });
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YouTube Meets Pop-Up Video
2008-06-05 19:02:00
How cool is YouTube ’s new annotation feature? Answer: Very cool. … [visit site to read more] Don't forget to listen to Real Estate Radio USA live each weekday from 4PM-6PM. If you are looking for a home or investment property in the South Florida area, be sure and visit our sister real estate site, the Fort Lauderdale ...SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "YouTube Meets Pop-Up Video ", url: "http://www.realestateradiousa.com/blog/2 008/06/05/youtube-meets-pop-up-video/" });
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