http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers California bloggers en http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/11/11/merger-creates-one-largest-real-estate-franc <!--paging_filter--><p>Barely a year ago the real estate industry was stunned when Canadian-based Brookfield Residential Property Services (Brookfield RPS), a division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (Brookfield), and owner of Royal LePage, the largest Canadian residential real estate company, acquired GMAC Real Estate. With the departure of CEO John Bearden and a pending name change imminent, many labeled the GMAC franchise as yesterday’s news.</p> <p>What a difference a year has made. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/11/11/merger-creates-one-largest-real-estate-franc">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/11/11/merger-creates-one-largest-real-estate-franc">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/11/11/merger-creates-one-largest-real-estate-franc#comments leading real estate franchises Real estate franchise. GMAC real living Realliving Swanepoel Trends Report Top real estate companies Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends The Real Estate Agent of the Future Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:22:44 -0800 SWANEPOEL 107630 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/10/4/how-much-do-you-care-about-your-online-pr <!--paging_filter--><p>Are you listening in on the conversation currently being held about you? You should. They may be talking about your company, your brand and your service?</p> <p>This isn't behind your back, no, it's in the open. Right there on the web, in the chat room, in the forum and on one of the many social media networks spanning the globe.</p> <p>Time you got in touch with a rapidly growing information base. With each passing the information is growing exponentially and it’s vital that you get in on the dialogue.</p> <p>Here are some of the online media you should be monitoring regularly: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/10/4/how-much-do-you-care-about-your-online-pr">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/10/4/how-much-do-you-care-about-your-online-pr">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/10/4/how-much-do-you-care-about-your-online-pr#comments Facebook linked in online networks social media social networks. swanepoel social media report twitter California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Trends Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Real Estate Agent of the Future Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:58:18 -0700 SWANEPOEL 105364 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-7 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-7">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-7#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:20:03 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104358 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-8 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. 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This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-6">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-6#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:20:02 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104357 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-4 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-4">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-4#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:20:01 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104355 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-3 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-3">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-3#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:19:37 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104353 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-2 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-2">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-2#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:19:37 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104354 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-1 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-1">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-1#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:19:36 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104352 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-0 <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-0">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfo-0#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:19:22 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104351 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfol <!--paging_filter--><p>We have a direct source of Bulk REO Portfolios. This is a proven source for legitimate tapes primarily in California, which may be further tailored to specific areas and for property types. Proof of funds and statements of confidentiality will need to be executed.<br /> Contact us today for more information.</p> <p>Chris Styner<br /> COO<br /> The Styner Group<br /> (800) 763-7154<br /> chris.styner@verizon.net</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfol">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/16/investors-interested-in-bulk-reo-portfol#comments bank owned bank owned properties bulk ORE bulk REO bulk REO investors bulk REO source Foreclosures ORE real estate investors reo REO investors REO portfolio acquisitions REO portfolios REO properties REO tapes tapes California Real Estate Bloggers Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:19:07 -0700 Temecula Realtors 104350 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/10/goomzee-heats-up-the-summer-by-signing-f <!--paging_filter--><p>Missoula MT Sept 8, 2009 - Agreements with Intermountain MLS of Boise and Northwest Montana Association of REALTORs in Kalispell, plus two others, continue to grow Goomzee’s nationwide footprint. Goomzee®, a leading text message marketing and lead generation provider that connects buyers and sellers in real time, announces agreements with four more multiple listings services. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/10/goomzee-heats-up-the-summer-by-signing-f">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/10/goomzee-heats-up-the-summer-by-signing-f">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/10/goomzee-heats-up-the-summer-by-signing-f#comments goomzee corporation Intermountain MLS Northwest Montana Association real estate marketing realty connect text message marketing California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Northwest Inhabitants Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Events Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Reforming Real Estate San Diego Real Estate Technology, Tools and Tidbits Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:45:43 -0700 Smith_Goomzee 103994 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/3d-web-publishing/2009/09/10/9-11-memorial-events-please-participate-in-your-area <!--paging_filter--><p>"On 9-11-09 join a free motorcycle ride dedicated to the memory of the 343 FDNY Firemen, 61 Police Officers and all those who tragically lost their lives on that historic day. The goal is to draw Patriotic Americans together on a Remembrance Ride to honor these brave Americans. "The Ride" and public Ceremony is open to all."</p> <p>Here is a link to a long standing 9-11 memorial ride here in SoCal: http://www.remember911ride.com</p> <p>Please post other events you may be attending in your area - And remember:</p> <p>All Gave Some - Some Gave All - NEVER Forget !!</p> <p>Thank you, Danny</p> <p>Thank you, <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/3d-web-publishing/2009/09/10/9-11-memorial-events-please-participate-in-your-area">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/3d-web-publishing" >3D Web Publishing</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/3d-web-publishing/2009/09/10/9-11-memorial-events-please-participate-in-your-area">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/3d-web-publishing/2009/09/10/9-11-memorial-events-please-participate-in-your-area#comments 9-11 Danny C Flucke Jr NaMoEx.com NationwideMortgageExperts.com The Real Estate Agent of the Future The New American Dream -- KEEPING Your Home! The Future of Real Estate Lending Technology, Tools and Tidbits Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Realtors, and other Service Professionals Seller Financing San Diego Real Estate Reforming Real Estate Real Estate Trends Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Marketing To Real Estate INVESTORS Hot off the Press! California Real Estate Bloggers California Property Management Buyers Agents and Brokers Alternative Business Models 3D Web Publishing Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:47:03 -0700 DannyFlucke 103989 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/4/social-media-tips-real-estate-profession-0 <!--paging_filter--><p>Your profile, posts and comments on most Social Media networks will be available for many thousands, maybe even everyone to see – forever. It is therefore vitally important that you conduct yourself correctly.</p> <p>Be yourself, be open, be transparent, share… and all those other good things. Just decide who you are, what image you wish to portray today, and tomorrow.</p> <p>Don’t just sign up for a network account on LinkedIn or Facebook or Twitter with the intent of just engaging in idle chit-chat without taking the time to complete profile and think through your positioning. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/4/social-media-tips-real-estate-profession-0">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers" >California Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/4/social-media-tips-real-estate-profession-0">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/09/4/social-media-tips-real-estate-profession-0#comments activerain Facebook linkedin social media social media report social networks twitter youtube The Real Estate Agent of the Future Technology, Tools and Tidbits Real Estate Trends Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Bloggers California Real Estate Bloggers Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:06:04 -0700 SWANEPOEL 103654 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/28/us-secretarytreasurer-and-obvious-financial- <!--paging_filter--><p>Of course it's end-of-the-month crunch time.</p> <p>Extra pressure to make sure those escrows and fundings close smoothly.</p> <p>But take a 4min break and watch this clip - </p> <p>Then get back to work....</p> <p>http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/wed-july-29-2009/home-crisis-investiga...</p> <p>Thanx, Danny</p> <p>Thank you,<br /> Respectfully, </p> <p>Danny C. Flucke Jr. - Senior Partner<br /> Nationwide Mortgage Experts<br /> Direct: (714) 624-9479 </p> <p>Email: DCFJ@NationwideMortgageExperts.com<br /> Websites: www.NationwideMortgageExperts.com / www.NaMoEx.com <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/28/us-secretarytreasurer-and-obvious-financial-">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/28/us-secretarytreasurer-and-obvious-financial-">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/28/us-secretarytreasurer-and-obvious-financial-#comments Danny C Flucke Jr overpriced homes Timothy Geithner www.namoex.com www.nationwidemortgageexperts.com Alternative Business Models Buyers Agents and Brokers California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Realtors, and other Service Professionals The Future of Real Estate Lending The Real Estate Agent of the Future Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:40:49 -0700 DannyFlucke 103244 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/18/click-to-support-reversal-of-the-business-de <!--paging_filter--><p>URGENT HVCC UPDATE:</p> <p>Thank you to everyone who responded to our article last month concerning the business-destroying HVCC legislation - And for signing our petition to overturn it. </p> <p>HVCC continues to devastate home values across the US. The mortgage industry is now faced with EXPANSION of the HVCC fiasco with higher Fannie and Freddie loan limits.</p> <p>HVCC will carry through to former “jumbo” markets forcing more and more downward preasure on homeowners real estate values. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/18/click-to-support-reversal-of-the-business-de">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/18/click-to-support-reversal-of-the-business-de">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/18/click-to-support-reversal-of-the-business-de#comments Alternative Business Models Buyers Agents and Brokers California Property Management California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Marketing To Real Estate INVESTORS Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends Reforming Real Estate San Diego Real Estate Seller Financing Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Future of Real Estate Lending The Real Estate Agent of the Future Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:02:05 -0700 DannyFlucke 102674 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/5/taylor-bean-must-cease-all-originations-and-f <!--paging_filter--><p>Press Release issued 10min ago:</p> <p>OCALA, FLORIDA – TAYLOR, BEAN &amp; WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. (“TBW”) RECEIVED NOTIFICATION ON AUGUST 4, 2009 FROM THE U.S DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, FREDDIE MAC AND GINNIE MAE (THE “AGENCIES”) THAT IT WAS BEING TERMINATED AND/OR SUSPENDED AS AN APPROVED SELLER AND/OR SERVICER FOR EACH OF THOSE RESPECTIVE FEDERAL AGENCIES. </p> <p>TBW HAS UNSUCCESSFULLY SOUGHT TO HAVE THE TERMINATION/SUSPENSION DECISIONS OF EACH OF THOSE AGENCIES REVERSED. AS A RESULT OF THESE ACTIONS, TBW MUST CEASE ALL ORIGINATION OPERATIONS EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/5/taylor-bean-must-cease-all-originations-and-f">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/5/taylor-bean-must-cease-all-originations-and-f">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/08/5/taylor-bean-must-cease-all-originations-and-f#comments Alternative Business Models Buyers Agents and Brokers California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends San Diego Real Estate Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Future of Real Estate Lending The Real Estate Agent of the Future Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:15:31 -0700 DannyFlucke 101707 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/08/1/fathers-memorial-flag-hand-to-hand-deliver <!--paging_filter--><p>The Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) has been tasked with Hand-To-Hand delivery of a father’s memorial flag from SoCal - To his daughter (Jennifer) in Florida.</p> <p>This ride will cover 6 states with stops to hand off the flag to the next group of riders for the next leg of the trip.</p> <p>Day one / Riverside, CA to Ehrenberg, AZ / 177 miles<br /> Day two / Ehrenberg, AZ to San Simon, AZ / 382 miles<br /> Day three / San Simon, Az to El Paso, TX / 200 miles<br /> Day four / El Paso, TX to San Antonio, TX / 553 miles<br /> Day five / San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA / 340 miles <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/08/1/fathers-memorial-flag-hand-to-hand-deliver">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/08/1/fathers-memorial-flag-hand-to-hand-deliver">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/08/1/fathers-memorial-flag-hand-to-hand-deliver#comments Danny Flucke Indian Motorcycle Iron Indian Riders KIA MIA Military honors Patriot Guard Riders PGR Socal California Property Management California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends San Diego Real Estate Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Realtors, and other Service Professionals Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Future of Real Estate Lending The Real Estate Agent of the Future Sat, 01 Aug 2009 02:13:32 -0700 DannyFlucke 101457 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/29/mortgage-servicers-are-under-pressure-modify <!--paging_filter--><p><a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124882959117688773.html">This Wall Street Journal article</a> illustrates how focused everyone is on the lender -- With little more than a glance given to distressed homeowners. It is interesting to note that while the various government bodies are cleaning up the &quot;loan mod&quot; industry - They still have not issued any sort of consumer guide to help homeowners needing assistance. Here are a few tips: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/29/mortgage-servicers-are-under-pressure-modify">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p><div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/alternative-business-models" >Alternative Business Models</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/29/mortgage-servicers-are-under-pressure-modify">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/29/mortgage-servicers-are-under-pressure-modify#comments bankruptcy guarantee lenders modification mortgage loan modification short sale US Treasury The Real Estate Agent of the Future The New American Dream -- KEEPING Your Home! The Future of Real Estate Lending Technology, Tools and Tidbits Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Realtors, and other Service Professionals San Diego Real Estate Real Estate Trends Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Hot off the Press! California Real Estate Bloggers California Property Management Buyers Agents and Brokers Alternative Business Models Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:51:33 -0700 DannyFlucke 101245 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/23/the-new-mdia-will-drastically-change-your-re <!--paging_filter--><p>On July 30, 2009, some of the provisions of the Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act of 2008 (MDIA) go into effect and lenders, mortgage brokers, title agents, real estate agents, and real estate brokerages need be alert as to these new federal governmental regulations. Here are the details for the MDIA: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/23/the-new-mdia-will-drastically-change-your-re">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/23/the-new-mdia-will-drastically-change-your-re">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/23/the-new-mdia-will-drastically-change-your-re#comments MDIA mortgage disclosure improvement act Alternative Business Models Buyers Agents and Brokers California Property Management California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Marketing To Real Estate INVESTORS Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends San Diego Real Estate Seller Financing Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Future of Real Estate Lending The Real Estate Agent of the Future Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:45:14 -0700 DannyFlucke 100765 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/10/former-countrywide-execs-to-profit-from-reo- <!--paging_filter--><p>Does anyone else find this ridiculous?</p> <p>Former CW senior executives are now heading up a company with Fannie and Freddie REO contracts - Even though they have ZERO real estate selling experience.</p> <p>(Is that why they are just now getting their real estate licensing in order...?)</p> <p>They make Multi-Millions in salaries and bonuses at CW - Which certainly had a major hand in creating this real estate bubble - Only to turn around and profit again from the REO market.</p> <p>Here is the link: http://blogcatalog.com/search.frame.php?term=countrywide+reo&amp;id=c38dad1c... <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/10/former-countrywide-execs-to-profit-from-reo-">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/10/former-countrywide-execs-to-profit-from-reo-">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/07/10/former-countrywide-execs-to-profit-from-reo-#comments countrywide fannie freddie reo pennymac Alternative Business Models Buyers Agents and Brokers California Property Management California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! Marketing To Real Estate INVESTORS Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends San Diego Real Estate Seller Financing Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Realtors, and other Service Professionals Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Future of Real Estate Lending The New American Dream -- KEEPING Your Home! The Real Estate Agent of the Future Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:00:39 -0700 DannyFlucke 99786 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/06/23/honoring-our-oldest-living-congressional- <!--paging_filter--><p>Please join www.NaMoEx.com in honoring John Flynn during his 100th birthday celebration honoring the oldest living CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR receiptant on Saturday June 27th In San Diego, CA. </p> <p>Mr. Flynn sustained critical injuries during the attack on Pearl Harbor - Yet stood his ground and returned fire as he manned his high caliber deck mounted guns. Even after being hit on four seperate occasions - Mr Flynn only relieved his postion after being physically restrained and forced by medical personnel to abandon ship. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/06/23/honoring-our-oldest-living-congressional-">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/san-diego-real-estate" >San Diego Real Estate</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/06/23/honoring-our-oldest-living-congressional-">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-property-management/2009/06/23/honoring-our-oldest-living-congressional-#comments CA John Flynn Turns 100yrs Young !! Sat June 27th at 9:30am in San Diego County California Property Management California Real Estate Bloggers Hot off the Press! San Diego Real Estate Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:50:09 -0700 DannyFlucke 98719 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/12/california-sunshine-and-a-year-free-livi <!--paging_filter--><p>The state of California has more than doubled the normal foreclosure time by an additional 90 days for homeowners with troubled mortgages. This is on top of the 30 day extension put in to place in 2008. Is this the state where living is free or are these actions only prolonging the pain? <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/12/california-sunshine-and-a-year-free-livi">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/12/california-sunshine-and-a-year-free-livi">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/12/california-sunshine-and-a-year-free-livi#comments california foreclosures California housing market California real estate market California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:13:03 -0700 brokerforyou 98096 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/5-things-a-productive-real-estate-agent-a <!--paging_filter--><p>From making your own schedule to unlimited earning potential, there are so many advantages to obtaining a real estate license. Yet, with the good comes the challenging. Time is money, especially when you're an entrepreneur looking to turn your next lead into a prosperous sale. In order to maintain your productivity, or even increase it, there are certain red flags the lead-focused real estate salesperson should avoid.</p> <p>1) Wasting time with a fickle buyer. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/5-things-a-productive-real-estate-agent-a">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-bloggers" >Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/5-things-a-productive-real-estate-agent-a">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/5-things-a-productive-real-estate-agent-a#comments real estate real estate agent real estate license real estate salesperson California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:33:40 -0700 realestatelicense 97487 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/hvcc-online-petition-to-voice-your-opinio <!--paging_filter--><p>In just weeks - Over 16,000 agents have spoken out and signed an online petition asking for the recall of the HVCC legislation.</p> <p>HVCC legislation requires a third party to control the appriasal process. It was designed to eliminate "influence" from lenders and real estate agents who might pressure for a higher value.</p> <p>Since this legislation was designed by politicians and not actual business people - It causes undue stress and frustration for home buyers and refinance candidates - While not solving any of the issues mentioned. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/hvcc-online-petition-to-voice-your-opinio">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-future-real-estate-lending" >The Future of Real Estate Lending</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/hvcc-online-petition-to-voice-your-opinio">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/5/hvcc-online-petition-to-voice-your-opinio#comments http://www.hvccpetition.com/ California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Trends The Future of Real Estate Lending Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:48:33 -0700 DannyFlucke 97462 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/4/socal-childrens-charity-event-sat-june-13 <!--paging_filter--><p> Please join us in supporting "Drug Abuse Is Life Abuse" on Sat June 13th.</p> <p> This privately funded childrens charity has replaced the cancelled D.A.R.E. program helping to educate children about drug abuse issues - Both at school and in the home.</p> <p> http://NaMoEx.com is proudly co-sponsoring this event - And would like to invite everyone out on Sat June 13th to participate !!</p> <p> There are two ways to join in: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/4/socal-childrens-charity-event-sat-june-13">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <p><div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-marketing" >Real Estate Marketing</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/4/socal-childrens-charity-event-sat-june-13">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/06/4/socal-childrens-charity-event-sat-june-13#comments http://socaldicerun.com California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Marketing Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:54:47 -0700 DannyFlucke 97410 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/13/is-twitter-next-big-thing-real-estate-pr <!--paging_filter--><p>Following the crash of the initial dotcom bubble in 2001 many people claimed to have created or coined the phrase Wed 2.0 as we in subsequent years the industry grappled with what would come next. By 2004 the term Web 2.0 was appearing everywhere and euphoria reined with this next phase of the Internet that included all sorts of “second generation” web developments. Information sharing became hot as did collaboration, hosted services, blogging, wikis, video-sharing and of course social-media sites. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/13/is-twitter-next-big-thing-real-estate-pr">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/13/is-twitter-next-big-thing-real-estate-pr">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/13/is-twitter-next-big-thing-real-estate-pr#comments blogger Facebook microblogging myspace real estate trends social media twitter California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Real Estate Agent of the Future Wed, 13 May 2009 14:05:30 -0700 SWANEPOEL 95849 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/6/eco-cities-what-role-should-realtors-play <!--paging_filter--><p>The recent Earth Day gave the green revolution another shot up the arm. When Earth Day started in 1970 a large number of people (20 million people one country) had already committed to celebrate it. Since then that number has exploded to 500 million (175 countries); about 7% of the world’s population. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/6/eco-cities-what-role-should-realtors-play">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/6/eco-cities-what-role-should-realtors-play">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/05/6/eco-cities-what-role-should-realtors-play#comments green Real Estate Agents real estate brokers real estate trends swanepoel California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends The Real Estate Agent of the Future Wed, 06 May 2009 11:52:07 -0700 SWANEPOEL 95458 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/04/27/ensure-your-next-commission-secure <!--paging_filter--><p>“I question the validity of a practice that allows you to be paid when you didn’t do the job you’re getting paid for.” - Brenda Florida, Century 21 Alliance of Lansdale, PA</p> <p> “Procuring Cause should simply go away. It’s an antiquated system.” - Tom Early, President of National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/04/27/ensure-your-next-commission-secure">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/reforming-real-estate" >Reforming Real Estate</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/04/27/ensure-your-next-commission-secure">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/04/27/ensure-your-next-commission-secure#comments arbitration goomzee mediation Procuring cause procuring cause claims procuring cause disputes real estate commissions realty connect California Real Estate Bloggers Northwest Inhabitants Real Estate Bloggers Recruiting &amp; Retention Reforming Real Estate Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:16:27 -0700 Smith_Goomzee 94909 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/16/european-franchise-expands-in-california-des <!--paging_filter--><p>Engel &amp; Völkers has just assigned its 555th license with the signing of the license region for Beverly Hills, Bel Air and Westwood by Michael Giorgio. He plans to open his first Engel and Volkers residential real estate shop in July 2009. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/16/european-franchise-expands-in-california-des">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/16/european-franchise-expands-in-california-des">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/16/european-franchise-expands-in-california-des#comments real estate business real estate franchise Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Real Estate Agent of the Future Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:57:19 -0700 SWANEPOEL 94265 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/1/not-responding-to-change-is-just-plain-stupid <!--paging_filter--><p>“It is impossible to predict the future.” That’s a statement I have made hundreds of times, both from the stage as well as in print.</p> <p>Yet considering the most likely scenarios and then preparing for them lessens the shock when some variation of any prediction does materialize. Being caught off guard is just foolish. Why would you fight the future? The future is coming, no matter what. " <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/1/not-responding-to-change-is-just-plain-stupid">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/1/not-responding-to-change-is-just-plain-stupid">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/04/1/not-responding-to-change-is-just-plain-stupid#comments brokerage Inman News real estate change real estate connect real estate technology real estate trends Realtor associations swanepoel Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Real Estate Agent of the Future Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:46:24 -0700 SWANEPOEL 93096 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/25/does-international-market-offer-opportunitie <!--paging_filter--><p>For a long time most international markets have felt far away, and many Americans didn’t care nor were they very interested in foreign cities. Although the Web has brought us closer together as a people we still remain apart. Few products or services illustrate this better than the buying or selling of a home. </p> <p>But today with air travel becoming increasingly more commonplace, immigration and living choices becoming more readily available and our own market in a recession, many smart real estate companies have turned toward international expansion as a new means of controlled growth. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/25/does-international-market-offer-opportunitie">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/the-real-estate-agent-future" >The Real Estate Agent of the Future</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/25/does-international-market-offer-opportunitie">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/25/does-international-market-offer-opportunitie#comments global real estate idx international real estate MLS networking real estate trends social media Swanepoel Trends Report Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Technology, Tools and Tidbits The Real Estate Agent of the Future Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:06:30 -0700 SWANEPOEL 92540 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/18/nar-vs-banks-round-8-nar-wins-with-technical <!--paging_filter--><p>Before we begin with the final result, let’s quickly summarized where it started. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/18/nar-vs-banks-round-8-nar-wins-with-technical">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-trends" >Real Estate Trends</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/18/nar-vs-banks-round-8-nar-wins-with-technical">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/18/nar-vs-banks-round-8-nar-wins-with-technical#comments banks banks in real estate financial institutions GLB Act Real Estate confronts the Banks real estate trends Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Trends Wed, 18 Mar 2009 10:01:16 -0700 SWANEPOEL 92006 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/6/if-you-wish-to-succeed-in-2010-here-are-10-go <!--paging_filter--><p>Whether you own a small real estate office or a franchise with multiple offices, real estate brokers have much in common with other small business owners during these difficult economic conditions. This economy affects all businesses and it doesn’t really matter if you are the local hair salon or the major department store, current market conditions are tough. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/6/if-you-wish-to-succeed-in-2010-here-are-10-go">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/6/if-you-wish-to-succeed-in-2010-here-are-10-go">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/03/6/if-you-wish-to-succeed-in-2010-here-are-10-go#comments housing downturn housing economy profit in a down market profiting in real estate real estate brokerage real estate trends Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Fri, 06 Mar 2009 13:46:24 -0800 SWANEPOEL 91076 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/02/2/top-10-real-estate-business-trends-impacting- <!--paging_filter--><p>It’s the first week of February and the time my annual Swanepoel TRENDS Report is released. The 160-page annual publication announces the official list of Top 10 trends, strategies, innovations and changes shaping and changing the business of real estate.</p> <p>For the last several years we have been summarizing the events of every year and forecasting the most likely shifts in the industry that could impact our industry. We have discussed topics such as the sub prime and housing meltdown (detailed back in December 2005), the growth in global real estate sales and activities and even non-U.S. based companies expanding to the U.S., mortgage fraud, identity theft, the growth of online education, the growth of social media and blogs, and many more. </p> <p>Here are some of the top 10 Trends included in this year’s Report: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/02/2/top-10-real-estate-business-trends-impacting-">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/02/2/top-10-real-estate-business-trends-impacting-">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2009/02/2/top-10-real-estate-business-trends-impacting-#comments real estate brokers real estate business real estate marketing real estate technology real estate trends Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:16:31 -0800 SWANEPOEL 87662 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/21/how-will-home-values-be-impacted-by-risi <!--paging_filter--><p>When the Baby Boomers were younger (1960-90), families with children made up more than 50% of all households. By the time we got to 2000 this figure had declined to 33% and by 2025 it is estimated to be around 25%. </p> <p>As a result the suburban boom in housing prices that we experienced will in all likelihood slow down considerably and shift to a more urban environment. No one is predicting that suburban life is dying nor will it be replaced, but as less families continue to prefer bigger houses and car-based lifestyles, a shift will occur. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/21/how-will-home-values-be-impacted-by-risi">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/real-estate-trends" >Real Estate Trends</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/21/how-will-home-values-be-impacted-by-risi">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/21/how-will-home-values-be-impacted-by-risi#comments home prices housing conditions housing downturn real estate real estate trends California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:34:10 -0800 SWANEPOEL 86484 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/15/business-management-and-marketing <!--paging_filter--><p>This is the realtors and investors world of buying up properties for cheap prices in today's economy. I have a system that is used by real estate investors and professionals that will maximize your efficiency, reduce your costs, and provide you with the greatest marketing exposure possible. Tired of talking on the phone to unqualified prospects? Let our team of professionals answer those calls for you and prequalify them for you. You will get instant notification to see if you need to waste your precious time on that call. There is so much more included. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/15/business-management-and-marketing">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers" >California Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/15/business-management-and-marketing">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2009/01/15/business-management-and-marketing#comments California Real Estate Bloggers Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:17:05 -0800 VirtualInvestorPLUS 85847 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/austin-texas-real-estate/2008/12/31/make-a-scene-it039s-a-celebration-happy-new-200 <!--paging_filter--><p>As we reflect and get ready for the Year-End and look forward to the Year-Ahead,</p> <p>we at The Real Estate Investor Network(REINclub) </p> <p>wish you a NEW YEAR 2009 filled with the best of </p> <p>health,peace,prosperity,full of hope,abundance,and </p> <p>resolution to make this the best year ever (in profitable </p> <p>investing especially in real estate).</p> <p>Happy New Year!<br /> Susan Ordona<br /> http://susan.reinclub.com<br /> http://www.reinclub.com/susan/warondebt.html</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/vacation-rentals-and-furnished-homes" >Vacation Rentals and Furnished Homes</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/austin-texas-real-estate/2008/12/31/make-a-scene-it039s-a-celebration-happy-new-200">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/austin-texas-real-estate/2008/12/31/make-a-scene-it039s-a-celebration-happy-new-200#comments direct from the bank Foreclosures real estate reinclub REOs the real estate investor network Austin Texas Real Estate Bloggers Connect NYC &#039;09 Blog Makeover Contest California Real Estate Bloggers Connect NY 2009 Foreclosure Real Estate Investor Hot off the Press! Inman News Feedback and Suggestions Internet Advertising Michigan Realtors, Lenders, Stagers Professional Real Estate Investors Real Estate Agent Mastermind Group Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Info For Investors Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate SEO and Link Building Real Estate Teams Real Estate Trends REO / Foreclosure Marketing and Management Professionals San Diego Real Estate Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Realtors, and other Service Professionals The Beauty of Small Houses The Future of Real Estate Lending The Future of the MLS The Great MLS Debate -- The New American Dream -- KEEPING Your Home! The Real Estate Agent of the Future Vacation Rentals and Furnished Homes Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:17:53 -0800 susanordona 84330 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/12/17/top-10-events-impacting-real-estate-2008 <!--paging_filter--><p>As part of the annual Swanepoel TRENDS Report that is published every year during the first week of February, the research team wraps their four month study of the real estate industry by announcing the top 10 Newsmakers, Events and Trendsetters for the year.</p> <p>The second list to be released is the top 10 events that during 2008 had the largest impact and influence on the real estate brokerage industry. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/12/17/top-10-events-impacting-real-estate-2008">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/12/17/top-10-events-impacting-real-estate-2008">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/12/17/top-10-events-impacting-real-estate-2008#comments financial markets housing downturn housing slump online real estate real estate real estate market real estate trends Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:18:45 -0800 SWANEPOEL 83358 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/11/25/another-online-community-real-estate <!--paging_filter--><p>Last weekend, real estate agents and brokers got introduced to yet another social and business network to participate in when online real estate news service, Broker Agent Professional, launched Broker Agent Social (www.brokeragentsocial.com). Within the first 100 hours after launch they exploded to 2,000 members - adding a new member every few minutes.</p> <p>Broker Agent Social enters an already crowded field dominated by players such as Inman Community, ActiveRain, RealTown, Zillow Community and RealSeekr. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/11/25/another-online-community-real-estate">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/11/25/another-online-community-real-estate">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/11/25/another-online-community-real-estate#comments internet networking online communities real estate trends social media California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:05:49 -0800 SWANEPOEL 80931 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/10/18/saving-private-ryan-what-if-he039s-a-ren <!--paging_filter--><p>Paul SlayBaugh wrote a post the other day on his Blog regarding foreclosures. I shared this concept as a comment on his Blog, and now want to expand on it a little, and get an Industry opinion. </p> <p>Paul said, "What many prospective tenants do not realize when shopping for a place to hang their hats for the next year or two is that the new landlord might be on unstable footing. Unable to keep up with mortgage payments and unable to sell, leasing the home is becoming the trendy way to staunch, or at least slow the bleeding for many struggling homeowners." <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/10/18/saving-private-ryan-what-if-he039s-a-ren">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers" >California Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/10/18/saving-private-ryan-what-if-he039s-a-ren">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/10/18/saving-private-ryan-what-if-he039s-a-ren#comments foreclosure renters reo tenant San Diego Real Estate Real Estate Bloggers California Real Estate Bloggers Sat, 18 Oct 2008 18:05:34 -0700 bandersohn 75100 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/15/another-september-remember-september-2008 <!--paging_filter--><p>The Financial Market Disaster of 2008</p> <p>September 2008 is exactly two weeks old today, but what a September it has already been. The events of late are unsurpassed in living history and I think that 9/08 may very well be remembered as the worst financial disaster in history. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/15/another-september-remember-september-2008">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p><div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/alternative-business-models" >Alternative Business Models</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/15/another-september-remember-september-2008">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/15/another-september-remember-september-2008#comments bank of america fannie mae financial markets gmac housing boom housing market indymac mortgage collapse mortgage market real estate trends Technology, Tools and Tidbits Real Estate Website Reviews Real Estate Trends Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Bloggers California Real Estate Bloggers Alternative Business Models Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:38:06 -0700 SWANEPOEL 69365 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/11/11-september-2001 <!--paging_filter--><p>Today we remember the brave men, women and children who lost their lives seven years ago and the heroes that responded to the emergency. There are many different video tributes of that day but I thought that this one was particularly well rounded. http://attacked911.tripod.com/</p> <p>God Bless America!</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/11/11-september-2001">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/09/11/11-september-2001#comments Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:47:57 -0700 SWANEPOEL 68866 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/23/%E2%80%A6and-winner-is%E2%80%A6 <!--paging_filter--><p>The results for the XXIX Real Estate Olympiad are in. </p> <p>Wow, what a huge undertaking it has been to tally the scores, taking all factors into consideration, weighted scores, removing highest and lowest scores and of course double checking the hanging chads. Thank you to all paticipants, nominees,voters and judges!</p> <p>So the Medal Winners of the <strong>2008 Real Estate Pacesetter Award</strong>, as voted by the Inman Real Estate Trends Group, are: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/23/%E2%80%A6and-winner-is%E2%80%A6">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/alternative-business-models" >Alternative Business Models</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/23/%E2%80%A6and-winner-is%E2%80%A6">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/23/%E2%80%A6and-winner-is%E2%80%A6#comments Technology, Tools and Tidbits Real Estate Website Reviews Real Estate Trends Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Bloggers California Real Estate Bloggers Alternative Business Models Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:36:31 -0700 SWANEPOEL 65664 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/18/the-xxix-olympiad <!--paging_filter--><p>This is in follow up to the post last week titled Real Estate Olympics </p> <p><strong>Recap of Beijing</strong></p> <p>Mark Spitz's 36-year old record of 7 gold medals at one Olympic event, across all Olympic sports, was shattered when 23-year-old swimming machine Michael Phelps grabbed his 8th gold in Beijing and 14 all-time gold medals. Who will ever forget his 0.01 of a second photo-finish with Serbian - Wow. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/18/the-xxix-olympiad">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/alternative-business-models" >Alternative Business Models</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/18/the-xxix-olympiad">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/08/18/the-xxix-olympiad#comments Technology, Tools and Tidbits Real Estate Website Reviews Real Estate Trends Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Bloggers California Real Estate Bloggers Alternative Business Models Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:56:42 -0700 SWANEPOEL 64469 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/28/is-real-estate-next-big-target <!--paging_filter--><p>IDENTITY THEFT AND THE STEALING OF CONFIDENTIAL DATA</p> <p>“Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the nation - especially in the suburbs,” says Congresswoman Melissa Bean. The FTC receives over 250,000 reports of identity theft every year and USA Today reported that in 2007 an estimated 260 million records were stolen - that amounts to 8 records stolen every second of every day. </p> <p>In real estate this is also a growing concern. Here are three possible vulnerable areas of our industry that I see: <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/28/is-real-estate-next-big-target">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/28/is-real-estate-next-big-target">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/28/is-real-estate-next-big-target#comments Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:36:32 -0700 SWANEPOEL 60952 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/07/16/referral-based-brokerages-and-little-guy <!--paging_filter--><p>The real estate industry is changing. Traditional means of advertising have become less effective as home buyers have transitioned to the Internet as a means of identifying property.</p> <p>As a Search Engine Marketing (SEM) professional, I can corroborate that the cost of online advertising continues to rise; as does the expectation of buyers in their real estate website experience. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/07/16/referral-based-brokerages-and-little-guy">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers" >California Real Estate Bloggers</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/07/16/referral-based-brokerages-and-little-guy">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/07/16/referral-based-brokerages-and-little-guy#comments brokerage real estate referral San Diego Real Estate Real Estate Trends California Real Estate Bloggers Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:34:42 -0700 Hawaii Real Estate Guy 59215 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/7/real-estate-online-communities-and-networks-n <!--paging_filter--><p>Congratulations to both ActiveRain and RealTown that have reached that magical six figure membership number of 100,000 people. </p> <p>Add to these two frontrunners the re-engineered Inman News that now includes an online real estate community (where we are having this discussion right now) and the rapid expansion of the real estate side of LinkedIn and the evidence supports that social networking and community has officially taken hold of real estate. It is here to stay and is on the short list of major contributors to shape the residential real estate industry. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/7/real-estate-online-communities-and-networks-n">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/7/real-estate-online-communities-and-networks-n">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/alternative-business-models/2008/07/7/real-estate-online-communities-and-networks-n#comments activerain blogging Facebook inman myspace online community online real estate realseekr realtown social network Alternative Business Models California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Trends Technology, Tools and Tidbits Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:25:19 -0700 SWANEPOEL 57721 at http://www.inman.com http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/04/18/socialsparkcom-will-it-be-relevant-real- <!--paging_filter--><p>I'd like to see what everyone thinks about this service. Will it be relevant to Real Estate? The site is www.socialspark.com </p> <p>The service, as far as I can tell, connects businesses and bloggers. There are two main components to the site:</p> <p>1) Bloggers - they build a profile and can have others rate them on their previous work or experience (similar to LinkedIn profiles), and</p> <p>2) Businesses/Services - they post their blogging needs on the site and have bloggers bid to write (market) about their brand or service. <span class='read-more'><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/04/18/socialsparkcom-will-it-be-relevant-real-">&nbsp;more...</a></span></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"> <ul class="links og_links"> <li ><a href="/community/groups/technology-tools-and-tidbits" >Technology, Tools and Tidbits</a></li> </ul></div><p><a href="http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/04/18/socialsparkcom-will-it-be-relevant-real-">read more</a></p> http://www.inman.com/community/groups/california-real-estate-bloggers/2008/04/18/socialsparkcom-will-it-be-relevant-real-#comments blogging blogging for business brand marketing new website online marketing social network marketing social networking California Real Estate Bloggers Real Estate Marketing 2.0 Real Estate Website Reviews Technology, Tools and Tidbits Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:10:05 -0700 lackiem 44912 at http://www.inman.com