Posts Tagged ‘wilbraham’

Why Use An e-PRO

e-PRO, what does that mean? It may sound simple, but it really means a lot more to me.  I got my e-PRO designation, courtesy of the National Association of REALTORS, more as a validation of my current skills and to enhance my expertise.  I use the internet and social media to help broadcast houses for [...]

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Do It Right… The First Time

Do It Right… The First Time Thinking about buying a place?  Good idea.  Are you a first time home buyer?  Now is a great time if you have the ways and means, the time, and the right agent at your side.  Let’s face it, if you’re about to make a big purchase, you need the [...]

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Must Know Facts About Sixteen Acres Springfield, MA Homes for Sale

Must Know Facts About Sixteen Acres Springfield, MA Homes For Sale The Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA has been presenting some amazing opportunities lately for home buyers in the western massachusetts area.  The volume of real estate for sale, coupled with pending short sales, and a steady stream of foreclosures is allowing first time [...]

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They Call This Work

They Call This Work? So I went zip lining with my brother Andrew, aka BroBro, a couple weeks back.  It was an awesome day overall and we made the most of the experience.  There’s something about dangling several stories up from a braided steel cable that may bring new clarity to your life (or not.) [...]

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Taking A Trip To Negative Town? Pack Light

Taking A Trip To Negative Town? Pack Light This business never ceases to amaze me, but recently, I had to fight the frustrations of unwarranted negativity from another agent.  It’s nothing personal, and it’s not even my deal, but I wonder why people often take that trip to negative town. Ticket Sales Clerk:  ”How can [...]

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All Good Things Must Come To An End…

All good things must come to an end… A conversation occurs between a hard working Realtor and an excited Client.  The discussion covers preparations for a Friday closing… and then this gem emerges: Client: “Ok, so our partnership ends Friday.” Realtor: “No.  You and I will be partners forever!  What’s our next move?” Client: “Nope, [...]

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Google, My “Go To”

Google, My “Go To” Yesssss!  I finally got my invite to Google+, and all I had to do was ask.  And so after poking around a little bit, I had a moment of clairvoyance:  I love Google.  No really, it’s true. You can call me a fanboi or whatever, but what’s not to like?  I love [...]

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Looking To Rent? Why You Need A REALTOR…

Looking To Rent? Why You Need A REALTOR… As one of the largest residential rental agents in the greater Springfield, MA area, I hear horror stories every day.  All too often a familiar scene plays out: Some nice renters find a place, apply for it, get approved, pay the requisite move in costs, and upon [...]

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Hard Work Builds Character

Hard Work Builds Character. My father has always told me, “Hard work builds character.” He called me yesterday, from the beach, to ask me what I was doing.  I told him I was working my butt off and he chuckled aloud. He then told me about the weather, the sand, and closed saying that I should [...]

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Hey, I Didn’t Pay For This…

Hey, I Didn’t Pay For This… So a week ago, I had the pleasure of serving as a groomsman in a wedding.  The beautiful couple were friends of mine, (both of them), and also clients.  Now everyone knows they are clients simply because HE keeps introducing me like this: Mr. Groom: “This is Roger, my [...]

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