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Embrace Social Media in 5 Steps
Written on November 11, 2016 at 8:21 pm, by clockhours
There are so many excuses for not being active on social media websites. But, there is ONE reason that every real estate agent needs to embrace social media. That one reason is to build business! One third of an agents time must be spent marketing. The most powerful tool we have ever had in thisContinue Reading
Disclosure must be… One Click Away
Written on June 23, 2014 at 2:08 pm, by clockhours
Can a consumer find the name of your firm and your own licensed name? There are so many times that real estate agents, in their attempt to market themselves, forget to include the firm name. Or, a quick search of many real estate agents websites a consumer will find the firm name buried on theContinue Reading
Lender is Wearing Orange Jumpsuit
Written on May 29, 2014 at 12:37 pm, by clockhours
Shawn Portmann was sentenced last year to 10 years in Federal prison and 5 years probation. This is news to real estate agents throughout the Puget Sound area because his name was familiar as the top loan officer in the region… and probably the country. He pleaded guilty in the fall of 2012 to severalContinue Reading
Change is Inevitable
Written on December 4, 2012 at 7:54 am, by clockhours
The fall season is such a reminder that change is inevitable… and that changes that seem .. well, negative, can instead be a sign of a brilliant future and new growth. The leaves on the trees are so spectacular! But, they are a sign that the leaves are dying and the tree is preparing toContinue Reading
Box of Good Fortune
Written on April 11, 2012 at 10:23 am, by clockhours
Part of the joy of going to a Chinese restaurant is getting that little cookie with good fortune. We just can’t have TOO much good fortune. I have made these boxes of good fortune for so many friends. Teens have had fun reading fortunes when they moved into their new home. Friends sick in theContinue Reading
Time to Start a Blog
Written on March 7, 2012 at 9:59 am, by Natalie
Everyone is talking about blogging. But, really… do you have to start a blog? Will it add to your bottom line? Will anyone read it? Why blog? If you were with a group of prospects chatting over coffee… or a beer… what would you be talking about? If you call a past client, what wouldContinue Reading
Seattle Architectural Walking Tour is Clockhours!
Written on October 21, 2011 at 2:06 pm, by Natalie
Just look up and learn about the center of the city where you live and work. Natalie Danielson leads the “Greatest Hits” a walking tour in downtown Seattle for the Seattle Architecture Foundation. She is an award winning tour guide with the foundation. This is one of the most popular tours and now it isContinue Reading
Fraudulent Real Estate Practices
Written on January 9, 2011 at 2:54 pm, by Natalie
The Washington State Department of Licensing Real estate division Suspended/Revoked the real estate licenses of the owners and firm, Hellickson.com located in Pierce County last week for dishonest conduct in the course of their business. The 44 page report details the Department of Licensing investigation over the past 18 months. It includes 12 specific complaintsContinue Reading
Laugh Out Loud and Laugh Often!
Written on January 2, 2011 at 6:46 pm, by Natalie
Some of you are thinking…”Could it possibly get worse in our industry?” No matter what is happening around you there is humor! If you can’t find some … then come to my comedy shows! “I made the joyous discovery that ten minutes of genuine belly laughter had an anesthetic effect and would give me atContinue Reading
