October 2009 - Posts

• Real Estate SEO - Running A Site Is Work

  Anyone that tells you that running a Web site is easy is lying to you. Well, actually that’s a lie too, since running a bad Web site is very easy and running a good site is what requires some work. My buddy Jim spent the sunny summer months trying to make the coolest real estate Web site ever. At a great cost to his social life, he finally learned the horrible truth that he would never be a master of the Internet--and about 98% of his customers could care less about the things that he was doing online. How involved you get with a site depends on two things: Your interest and your clients. Your Interest: If you have a high desire to learn all the ins and outs of technology, then you should spend some free time looking into what the web can do for you. On the other hand, if you never stopped your VCR from flashing 12:00, then you should probably learn the high level stuff and have someone else build a site that meets your needs. You Clients: Is your average client more apt to be online than answer their phone, or do you live in an area like Seattle where if you don't have a nice Web site you might as well be chiseling on stone tablets? My buddy Jim said with all the cool stuff he added, what he should have done was make a simple site that was nothing more than a good looking welcome mat. Something that gives people a good sense of who you are and what you have to offer. Now the hard part, how do you get people to even see your welcome mat? Next week’s we will start on the basics of search. Posted Friday, October 30, 2009 3:09 PM from Opening Doors - HomeFinder Blog for Home Buyers and Sellers | 0 Comments Filed under: Real_Estate_Marketing

• Homes Near Halloween Movies 5 Childs Play 4 Halloween

  Movies that make you go, that was f'ed up slash their way to numbers 5 and 4 on our Homes Near Halloween Movies Countdown. Best Homes Near Halloween Movies Countdown #5 Child's Play #4 Halloween I am not saying that Child's Play ruined it for the Cabbage Patch Kid, but it certainly didn't help. The story of doll that houses the spirit of a cold blooded killer, Child's Play is a great movie if you are tired of spending money on stuffed animals. Pop in the video and watch your child become freaked out every time he sees Tickle Me Elmo. Known as the end all be all of, how in the f do you die from that movies, Child's Play holds a soft part in cinematic history as the cuddliest yet dumbest plots of all time. The movie Halloween is creepy. The picture on the VHS box is creepy. The story is creepy. The monster is creepy. This movie rates the highest in that is f'ed up. The story of Michael Myers, a boy that just needed a hug, is chilling from start to finish. Dude, I can't even go on... Let's just skip to the houses. Child's Play takes place in Chicago IL and Halloween takes place in South Pasadena CA. Best Chicago IL homes for sale 710 West Barry Avenue 1 $519,000 | 4 Bed | 3 Bath Duplexed unit, largest in property!!! sold in as is condition-seller does not provide survey or termite inspection-pre approval or proof of funds required with all offers-earnest money in certified funds only-addendums provided upon accepted price-no disclosures-taxes ororated at 100%-allow ample time for response to offers See More Details Best South Pasadena CA homes for sale 402 El Centro St. #5 $515,000 | 3 Bed | 3 Bath Reo property beautiful tri level town home in a popular complex in south pasadena, end unit close to pool and spa, 3 bedroom each with own bathroom!!!rooms separated for complete privacy, laundry upstairs on master bedroom level, 2 car attached garage, gorgeous living room with brick fireplace/custom wood bookshelf/wet bar, living room area flowing out to a sizeable and private patio, formal dining room, a lovely/fun attic space between 3rd and 2nd floor good for children's playing room/storage, highly sought after south pasadena school district, walking distance to arroyo vista elementary school, clean and well maintained until ready for move-in, the units is in this complex are rarely on the market. Do not miss this opportunity!!! See More Details Posted Friday, October 30, 2009 3:04 PM from Opening Doors - HomeFinder Blog for Home Buyers and Sellers | 0 Comments Filed under: Consumers

• Homes Near Halloween Movies 7 Poltergeist 6 Rosemarys Baby

  A movie that cursed a child and a movie about a cursed child are numbers 7 and 6 in our Homes Near Halloween Movies Countdown. Best Homes Near Halloween Movies Countdown #7 Poltergeist #6 Rosemary's Baby No monster movie has ever had the legend about the making of the movie outshine the movie itself, until Poltergeist came along. From the classic "Their Here" line to the crazy gypsy midget psychic, this movie throws in everything from the book of creepy things that you could have in a movie, but it is the legend of Poltergeist that makes it frightening. Two of the man actors, a couple of stage hands, I think the lighting guy, and the dude that brought all died in odd ways either during the filming of the movie or shortly after (some people would also include Craig T Nelson having to do the sit-com Coach as part of the curse). You combine all that with a movie about a house built on a burial ground and you have a successful recipe for an awesome legend. Rosemary's baby on the other hand didn't need a secondary legend to make it creepy. You are a normal family, except for your wife's haircut, you get married, and you are expecting your first baby. Everything is great, except the father of the baby is Satan. Doubtful if either the combined powers of Montel or Maury could resolve this who's my baby's daddy issue. Notice I refrained from doing a cheap Roman Polanski joke. Poltergeist takes place in Simi Valley, CA and Rosemary's Baby takes place in New York, NY. Best Simi Valley CA homes for sale 987 Roldan $569,900 | 4 Bed | 2 1/2 Bath The mona lisa... Is no more a work of art then this gorgeous 4 bedroom home with atmosphere of graceful elegance, yet a comfortable home for a large family. Large bedrooms, granite entry, media niche, kitchen with island and large comfortable family room with fireplace. Beautiful professionally landscaped yards complete with arbor and custom gates! See More Details Best New York homes for sale 225 E. 34th St. 9a $585,000 The charleston's spectacular modern lobby complete with a 24/7 doorman, concierge services and more. Everything happens on the 2nd floor at club charleston featuring a plush lounge, fitness center and zen-like garden. Residences are spacious and bright with clean lines, high ceilings and fabulous finishes. Custom gourmet kitchens are open, airy, streamlined and include professional-grade appliances. The baths provide a sleek, modernist aesthetic with lavish custom appointments. Comfortable layouts progress with a natural logic while hardwood floors unify rooms with inviting warmth double-insulated windows quietly look out city views. See More Details Posted Friday, October 30, 2009 2:40 PM from Opening Doors - HomeFinder Blog for Home Buyers and Sellers | 0 Comments Filed under: Consumers

• Homes Near Halloween Movies 9 Night of the Living Dead 8 Blair Witch Project

  Classic killer Zombies and a new classic destined to make you hurl are #9 and #8 Homes Near Halloween Movies Countdown. Best Homes Near Halloween Movies Countdown #9 Night of the Living Dead' #8 The Blair Witch Project Night of the Living Dead took me years to not watch from the kitchen. You can call my Mom and ask her, there are a couple of movies that still frighten me, this is one of them. Being the manly child that I was, I would attempt to watch this movie no less than 3 times every summer vacation. I figured daytime, in my house, safety the snack bar between me and the TV, what's the harm? I might have made it too if the first scene didn't involve a zombie attacking a vacationing couple in broad daylight. Out came Night of the Living Dead and in went my copy of the making of the Superbowl Shuffle. In my review for Dawn of the Dead I covered that Night of the Living dead succeeded in being a unique take on racism through Zombies, The Blair Witch Project succeeds in making you nauseous. Set in the back woods of Virginia, documentary film makers try to get to the bottom of the Blair Witch ledged. This movie has all the parts you require for a successful scary movie: Creepy woods, creepy story, and descents into madness. At only 83 minutes this movie should be a quick romp, instead you end up feeling like you just watched 3 hours of summer vacation home movies. Timeline of me watching this movie: At about 42 minutes into the movie, I have to excuse myself and take a walk to steady myself. Trying to power through the movie I am able to make it another 15 minutes. Another quick walk. Another 5 minutes down. Decide that they eventually found the car and got home safely. Feel good story of the year. Night of the living dead takes place in Evans City, Pennsylvania and The Blair Witch Project takes place in Burkittsville, Maryland (since Burkittsville is in the middle of a forest we will feature a home in nearby Middletown, MD). Best Evans City NJ homes for sale 103 Cloverdale Dr. $339,900 | 4 Bed | 2 Bath This fantastic home is conveniently located to cranberry, but away from the congestion. This well maintain home is only 13 years old and features 4 bedrooms,2 full baths, formal living room, dining room, large three seasonal room, and 3 stall garage. Must see! See More Details Best Middletown VA homes for sale 3 Eastern Cir. $339,500 | 4 Bed | 2 1/2 Bath This home qualifies for 100% financing. What a find! fabulous middletown location. Built 2001 in community with no hoa & only 16 homes. This bright sunlit filled home is fresh & made for comfortable living. Fenced backyard is perfect for a family size vegetable garden. Sliders from dining room to deck great for grilling & entertaining. Easy access to commuter routes. See More Details Posted Friday, October 30, 2009 2:23 PM from Opening Doors - HomeFinder Blog for Home Buyers and Sellers | 0 Comments Filed under: Consumers

• 3 Moving Secrets

  By Gina Cappiello www.123Movers.com Pssst! Want to get in on some clever tips to help make your move a little easier? Read on to get the 411: Pack an Overnight Bag Treat your move as if you are spending the night at your friend’s house. Pack the essentials for a night away along with a set of moving clothes. This will save you tons of time and effort on moving day. Instead of searching through your boxes for a change of clothes during or after your move, just take a look through your backpack to find everything you need. You can also pack a couple of bottles of water and dry snacks to have on hand in case you get dehydrated or a little hungry while moving. Bring Entertainment On the first night in a new home, things can be pretty quiet and boring without cable, video games, and the Internet hooked up. Bring a small AM/FM radio, boombox, or MP3 player docking station (with your fully charged MP3 player) so you can listen to news, music, or talk radio while you relax in your new home. You can even play board games, cards, read, or do a few puzzles during your first night to pass the time. Chances are you will be way too exhausted to even want to do anything, but it is great to have some entertainment handy just in case you can’t sleep. Cheat! Who says moving has to be done in one day?! Save time by “cheating” a little! If you can, start bringing items to your new home as soon as it is available and empty. This is a great way to start getting set up with your new home, get an idea of where everything can go, and figure out what else you may need for your new home. It is also a nice way to help your moving company out a little bit on the actual day of your move. Got all that? Good! Now go share these moving secrets with everyone so they can have an easier move. Posted Thursday, October 29, 2009 9:41 AM from Tips & Tools | 0 Comments Filed under: movers, moving, moving companies