Monthly Archives: June 2010

Listening is Gold

I think everyone needs to listen more, especially Real Estate Agents.  We seem to focus more on what we offer and can do, rather than listening to the needs of our clients.  When we listen more, and talk less, we have an opportunity to put the client first, and also turn that listening into gold….

To Sell, or Not to Sell, that is the Question

Casey McCann (@CaseyMcCann) recently asked me a question on Twitter, which I want to answer here, because 140 characters and a short answer are just not enough.  “Do you think it works out in the long run to take a loss on one property to get a deal on another? Or should you just sit…

The Original Bar Raiser: Jay Thompson

At RE Bar Camp NYC Jan 2010

Jay Thompson (@phxreguy) is a hero of mine.  A distinguished real estate professional, with years of service, and  standards beyond reproach – Jay is a shining example of what we all should strive to be in this industry.  Not so long ago, a group of us “RE.net” folks began a passionate discussion about bringing a higher standard…

A New Dimension

A friend recently pointed out that I was answering a lot of questions about real estate from friends and followers in the social media circle.  I thought it was fun, I love talking about real estate – it truly is my passion and my hot button.  It was also pointed out that I was often…

When "Trust Agents" Attack…

Book Attacks reported in Philadelphia

I know they will see the humor in this, and I hope everyone else does…. This is for Julien Smith and Chris Brogan, based on an @ reply Julien sent me back in May.   =) Click on the image to view it full size. Thanks to everyone at REBC Philadelphia who participated!

Own or Rent Your Roof

On Sunday, June 6th, Chris Brogan, wrote an interesting blog post entitled “Rethink Every Assumption.”  If you have not read it – and the comments that follow (including mine) – I encourage you to do so prior to continuing reading this post.  Go ahead. I’ll wait…   Chris brought up some valid points in his thoughts. …