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I'm having a great time sharing what I've learned - for many of us that's what is great about blogging!

BTW - I spent a year at Humboldt State U, and miss that gorgeous drive along the coast!

Congrats John!  I hope they work out!

I agree!  It does work...its just taking the time to commit to it.

Thank you everyone! Living here on the coast is definitely one of the best moves I have ever made! I grew up in Oakland and it is much safer and easier to raise my kids here rather than down there

That's great, John!  It is inspiring for me, as my husband and I just recently joined Active Rain.

I think there needs to be a balance.  Blogging is one of the important tools in the tool chest -- good luck with the leads -- you will have to keep us posted.

Hello John,

 

I too starting recieving leads when I began writing in my blog.  Once I figured out how to make my blog more searchable, I wrote even more.  The blog has forced me to become a better writer, which is a benefit.

Thank you for the heads up, I am new to Active Rain and slowly starting to blog, so this is encouraging.

 

Heather in Indy

Hi John, At first I thought, "Gosh what nerve this guy has thinking the people that blog are not working!" But, I am glad you are seeing things in a different light.  I have learned a lot from other people on this site.  And, to be honest, have gotten many boosts from people when I start getting down about the business with things taking a lot longer to sell etc.  I have gotten so many great ideas from people that have joined this site, that it really makes me feel like other people really care and understand what you are going through!  So, keep blogging, make new friends and learn all you can from others!

Joan

By the way John, this time of year is a perfect time to start blogging--the holidays are always the slowest time of the year for me---I think peopple are traveling, having guests and family around and in general just having a good time thinking of something that has nothing to do with real estate!!

Good luck!

 

Right! I am on my fourth deal from AR right now. It's paid off for me, although I don't have the time to be a "heavy points hitter" but I do it as I'm taking a coffee break or lunch. Sometimes just a break to refocus!

 

It's funny how we come around. I have a teenage daughter and have learned to accept this new way of communication. I love learning new techniques each day and when I came upon this site it has really opened my eyes. The biggest benifit is what you can take from reading what others have done before you. I am really enjoying this and glad you are as well.

Leads from Blogging...Hmmm...sounds like a no brainer when every other way to get leads has someone's hand in your pocket! Good thing you gave it a whirl!!!

John, I am glad that you are seeing the positive side. Blogging can be fun and can also get you "out there" and what I mean by "out there" is in your market area. When I am out looking for Localism material I have my camera and I am chatting with people. They are very interested in what I am doing - I give them my card which has my blog address on it. And I am not even in front of my computer but I am blogging all the same ;)

John-- There is a connection between bogging and getting a higher placement in the search engines.

I've been told that when you blog often the search engines pick it up and your website gets rated higher.

I think it helps when you post to localism.com--good luck-mike

Congratulations - There is gold in this blogging thing - I hope the leads work out for you.

I'm certainly hoping there's a payoff to this since I'm going to invest a good bit of time in the next years to building an online presence!

hey john great blog I hear you on the redline........  I too have gotten a lead now off of Activerain and in fact have found a good home for him so we will see if I can turn it into dollars......  Have a great day and look foward to your next blog.

Chris in Thermopolis, WY

 Hello John, I am also new to ActiveRain and I enjoyed your comments. I plan on working at this. Putting more information on and begin a regular blog. I am very encouraged by what you had to say.

 

 

As a newbie, I 'm encouraged to hear you all say that leads are gonna happen! And, what a great way to spend the downtime - learning how to write better stuff! thanks, mg

As a newbie, I 'm encouraged to hear you all say that leads are gonna happen! And, what a great way to spend the downtime - learning how to write better stuff! thanks, mg

 

I am also new to AR. I have posted a couple of times and made a few comments. At first I had concersn about the time invested in blogging and learning about AR and blogging in general.Although I have not recieved any leads as yet, I know I will just have to fgure it out. With the help of my fellow AR folks I am learning slowly. I am convinced that cyberspace is here. After 22years in the biz I have been part of and witnessed so many change. Blogging is here to stay, and I believe it will evolve beyond all of our wildest imagines. Chang is difficult, but at the same time fun. Wish you the best, have grow,learn, and earn.

great job! I set aside time in my schedule, and treat blogging as a propspecting activity. It does pay off, but consistency is the key

I have found blogging to be an outlet for me.  I love writing and have lots of things on my mind.  Sometimes blogging is my only outlet for them, and it's great to have an audience of peers that doesn't fall asleep while your talking shop :).

Well it is addicting here. I've been doing it for awhile and have met some great people. Keep on blogging.

Sounds like youve got it.  I was late to the party as well. Now though, blogging and internet marketing is 95% of my marketing.

I also spent my freshman year at Humboldt State.  Years ago.

Good Luck

When I first read your lead in, I was like WHAT? LOL. When I found Active Rain through a referral link off of an agent who is now a friend, I thought, how in the world am I going to fit this in with everything else that I have to do? But it has worked wonders for my business, and I'm sticking to it. Keep writing, your material will get better, and you meet great people here as well.

Hi John - good for you and glad you're reaping the rewards so quickly!

I love what Joeann wrote in her comment - keeps all those unnecessary hands out of our pockets!

Ann

I write in spurts, I have to learn to be more consistent.

Good job. Keep it up. And thanks for sharing.

  In the short time I have been on Active Rain my idea of what "blogging" is has changed....more than once.  Although I'm not up to 100% participation yet, I am completely sold on the idea and will definately be working towards creating an active blog. 
Good luck to you!
Joe.

John,

Blogging is another way to market your services, is all. Some stay strictly on the marketing path and get the added exposure that makes the phone ring. Like in your case. Glad to hear that you are a convert. Enjoy the future benefits. 

Hi John, I am the top producer in my office. And the top units producer in my company because of blogging. Talk to the consumer, commit 1-2 hours per day, give them the inside info on your local community, and ye shall rule the earth. Remember, 83% of buyers and sellers go online to research prior to picking an agent. Trust me, it works! Google reno realty blog to see how I do it...

Very best,

Diane 

Hi John, Great to hear your blogging efforts are paying off.  I haven't received any leads yet myself but what I've learned from others who have shared here is incredible and worth just as much.  Congrats on the gold star.

High five to you!  I was a bit hesitant also about this whole world of "blog" and then when I started, I found it very addictive. So then I had to streamline my time spent.  I like to  blog in the evening...just before I do my "to do" list for the next day.  I get so many fresh ideas here.  It is like a Realtor education.  Some are good.  Some not.  But I take what I need and leave the rest.  I have come to love the Rain!

John - blog, blog and then blog somemore.  This site is amazing and will work for you if you are diligent.  Allocate time each week to blog and to make comments, you will reap the benefits of SEO (search engine optimazation).  If you already have organized your week where you set time aside to call past and new clients, add another 20 minutes to blog.  You are in charge of your business, this will help you immensely.  Once you blog in AR, copy and paste it in other communities, it will enhance your website and web presence.

To date, I have sold 2 homes over $250,000 and referred a property ($595,000) from people going into AR and finding Realtors so I know it works!