http://www.genykert.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 12 May 2010 13:44:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en How Agents stay relevant online By Bernice Ross, Thursday, February 18, 2010. Inman News Editor's note: This is Part 3 of a three-part series. Read Part 1 and Part 2. Looking for some great ideas for your business? Today's column covers eight simple, common-sense "gems" from Real Estate Connect that can help build your real ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/how-agents-stay-relevant-online/ 10 TO WATCH IN 2010 Will 2010 be a year of recovery or double-dip recession? What's on the horizon that may change the way you do business next year? Here are the developments and personalities we'll be watching. By Robert Freedman and Stacey Moncrieff | November 2009 1. FHA Under New Command When the ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/10-to-watch-in-2010/ Top 10 Real Estate Developments of the ‘00s December 9, 2009 by Brian Summerfield · 4 Comments Filed under: Design & Architecture, Politics & Government  By Brian Summerfield, Online Editor, REALTOR® Magazine Lately, it seems like everywhere I look on the Web, I find some kind of best-of list for the past decade. Not ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/top-10-real-estate-developments-of-the-%e2%80%9800s/ If you haven't been to www.HouseLogic.com, you need to check it out! http://www.genykert.com/blog/houselogiccom/ Courtesy of Realtor Magazine Products for Your Budget: 2010 Tech Wish List Here are some of the top techs available, at budget, mid-range, and high-end price levels. By Michael Antoniak | January 2010   Choose what fits your budget:     BUDGET BUYER The following products are available for less than $250.   Blog Multiple platforms FREE   A blog costs little, except your time. ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/products-for-your-budget-2010-tech-wish-list/ by Stephen Shankland Google is making a new move to lower language barriers, offering the ability to translate search results from one language to another. The search giant is in the process of adding the feature to the "show options" button that shows at the top of search results page. ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/google-edges-toward-rosetta-stone-status/ 5 Spaces to Consider When Creating a Flexible Home By Melissa Birdsong Print Article RISMEDIA, November 6, 2009—The definition of family has expanded far beyond the traditional image of a married couple and 2.2 children, and daily lives are busier than ever. Understanding a family’s unique needs and lifestyle is important ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/5-spaces-to-consider-when-creating-a-flexible-home-read-more-httprismediacom2009-11-055-spaces-to-consider-when-creating-a-flexible-homeixzz0w78xxlbi/ Another good read from the pages of LORE.... Recruiting a Younger Generation Tips for hiring Gen-X and Gen-Y Recruiting is hard work. “You can occasionally pluck the seasoned, successful sales associate from a different company but there has to be a reason for that person to leave,” says John Downey, executive vice president ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/recruiting-a-younger-generation/ If you haven't been to the YPN Lounge, this is one of many excellent posts: Does Social Networking Result in More Closings? October 2, 2009 by drew@dreamdesignrealty.com · 6 Comments Filed under: Business Challenges, Polls, Sales & Marketing, Technology & Social Media  By Drew Burks Drew Burks Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Blogging … I get asked this question ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/does-social-networking-result-in-more-closings/ Some obvious points, but a good reminder: How to Get the Most Out of Craigslist Josh Schoenly, who blogs about real estate investments and operates Capitol City Investments in southeastern Pennsylvania, says Craigslist.com helps generate quality leads for his business. Here are his six steps to getting the most out of Craigslist as ... http://www.genykert.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-craigslist/