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Archive for March, 2012

287 Days … and Counting!

Something very important is happening on December 31st of this year – something that might impact your life, or the lives of your friends, family, colleagues, and clients. What am I talking about? The expiration of the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act. Oddly enough, many homeowners (including those affected by the Act) are unaware of […]

Design Spotlight: “Cascade Dreams”

  “Cascade Dreams” is one of the designs we’ve recently created with a geographical emphasis. The Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful parts of the country, and we’ve reflected that natural beauty in this design, which includes both the mountains and the water for which this area is famous. A color palette with […]

Ask Denise: Private Coaching

Denise Lones

Q:  I would like to coach with you privately.  I’m not comfortable being in a group for coaching.  Is that a possibility? A:  For a limited time this spring I am going to coach clients privately on a short-term basis.  This kind of coaching allows the opportunity for lots of focus, and lots of flexibility.  […]

The $26,000,000,000 Mortgage Settlement

As you know, I’ve been upset with the lending industry for some time now! That’s why I was absolutely thrilled when offices of the Attorney General for 49 of the 50 United States recently entered into a 26 billion dollar settlement agreement with the five banks that account for almost 60% of the loans serviced […]

Design Spotlight: “Western Sunrise”

Do you specialize in equestrian properties?  Do you work in the “west”?   “Western Sunrise” is one of our newest designs, perfect for agents who specialize in horse properties or those located in locales reminiscent of these images. Caramel, gold, and deep brown combine to create a color palette that’s luxurious while still feeling genuine. […]

Ask Denise: When to Leave the Business

Denise Lones

Q:  I’ve been at this for more than ten years now, and I’m not enjoying it anymore.  It’s simply become too difficult, between short sale sellers, and fearful buyers.  How do I know when it’s time to leave the business? A:  Everyone gets discouraged now and then.  It’s time to leave when you truly no […]

Featured Sponsor: Dana Mundy

Dana Mundy is a Certified Mortgage Planner and the Branch Manager of Cherry Creek Mortgage, of Richland, Washington. She is also a National Trainer and Account Representative for HomesByLender.com, a web-based service that allows homeowners to showcase their homes “for sale by owner” to mortgage-qualified buyers at no cost or obligation.

Polly Want a … Chicken???

You probably remember my Zebra Report from March 1st, entitled “Adventures in Selling” which was a guest post courtesy of my friend “Polly”, who had just decided to list her home for sale. In Polly’s guest post she shared her frustrations with the agents she had interviewed to list her home. Well, I got a […]

Design Spotlight: “Jacquard”

It doesn’t get more classic than feather scrolls — a design motif that’s been around for centuries! We’ve paired that classic element with a palette that had classic beginnings … to which we added our own special twist by moving ever so slightly away from a completely staid palette into something slightly more contemporary. Strong […]

Ask Denise: Broker Referrals

Denise Lones

Q:  Denise, it seems like the referrals in my office get handed out to the broker’s pet agents (and I’m not one of them).  I’m not the highest-producing agent in my office, although I do pretty well.  I’m getting so frustrated about this that I’m ready to leave.  I need to address this with my […]

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