Category Archives: Real Estate

Need Some Excitement? Yes…Yes, You Do!

Posted on October 20, 2009 by Aaron

I have a friend that just can’t be brought down. He is excited. For as long as I’ve klown him, he’s always happy, pleasant to be around, and excited about life. Now, don’t misunderstand, he isnt independantly wealthy, he doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The Importance Of Saying Thank You

Posted on October 7, 2009 by Aaron

I read a compelling article from one of my favorite authors, Tim Ferris, today and it didn’t sit well with me. The article highlights a rejection letter written by Edmund Wilson, that he gave to those that desired something of … Continue reading →

Posted in Financial Services, Getting It Done, Insurance, Real Estate | Tagged Getting It Done, manners | 3 Comments

Do You Close The Office When Its Slow?

Posted on October 7, 2009 by Aaron

This week I am staying with a friend who lives in a relatively slow coastal town in NC. I know, tough life, but something happened tonight that got my brain working. We went out to find a bite around 8:20pm. … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Must Have Technology Instruments for Sales Associates

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Aaron

The future ain’t what it used to be. - Yogi Berr Can a sales associate get by these days with a legal pad, a fax machine, and a full tank of gas? Sure, but I feel that one would be … Continue reading →

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How I Got My Real Estate License – Pt. 3

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Aaron

This is a continuance from “How I Got My Real Estate License – Pt. 2” I had learned the curriculum and passed the certificate test. Next up was the state exam. If I could do it over again, I would … Continue reading →

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How I Got My Real Estate License – Pt. 2

Posted on August 25, 2009 by Aaron

This is a continuance from “How I Got My Real Estate License Pt. 1” I needed to take the certificate exam and then needed to take the state exam, which had been touted as long, hard, and an examination that … Continue reading →

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How I Got My Real Estate License – Pt. 1

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Aaron

I had been recruited to live in Los Angeles to work for a real estate development firm and supervised the building of the Yankee Hotel in downtown LA. It was all good, an eye opener, but all good. We finished … Continue reading →

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Could There Be A Better Time To Make The Jump?

Posted on August 21, 2009 by Aaron

If you want to succeed you should strike out on new paths, rather than travel the worn paths of accepted success. – John D. Rockefeller I regularly am asked about when might be a good time to start selling real … Continue reading →

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Bureau of Labor Statistics – Job Outlook For Real Estate Agents

Posted on August 20, 2009 by Aaron

This is an interesting look at the Real Estate industry from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Visit their site for more details and facts: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos120.htm Significant Points Real estate brokers and sales agents often work evenings and weekends and … Continue reading →

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National Professional Testing Centers

Posted on August 19, 2009 by Aaron

Nearly every state has variations in their requirements of continuing education. Variations include amount of hours needed, mandatory courses, filing fee variances and more. Some states require proctored exams for many of their professional certificates and continuing education credits. The … Continue reading →