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We feel that REALTOR.com has not been responsive to the needs of REALTORS and that the current relationship between NAR and Move,Inc. (as currently constituted) is not in our interest as REALTORS for the following reasons:
1) Move, Inc. has a long standing pattern of raising fees on REALTORS and charging them exhorbitant fees in comparison with the costs of developing a national real estate listings site. Fees (which yet again are expected to be raised in 2009) are out of line with what other national listing aggregator websites cost their shareholders. Why should we be paying many multiples of what companies like Trulia and Zillow are costing THEIR shareholders for aggregating real estate listings on their sites?
2)After being provided ALL of our listings and photos, they have stripped off all but four, unless REALTORS pay them an annual “enhancement” fee. This effectively takes our clients and holds them hostage until we pay their “fee”. Much of this fee goes right back into “Sales expenses” which are Move,Inc.’s marketing to REALTORS that they MUST have their service. This adds HUGE costs to what is needed for a national website and is NOT acceptable.
3) In a world where many websites offer REALTORS social networking opportunities to connect REALTORS to potential clients, REALTOR.com has been sorely lacking in developing these types of programs.
4) The 2007 10K (released Feb 28, 2008) from Move, Inc. shows STAGGERING General and Administrative Expenses of over Million and Sales expenses of over 8 Million..these expenses are RIDICULOUS given their online properties and a development expense of Million. While we realize that this includes Top Producer and other assets of Move, Inc., that actually makes the ratio of development / Sales, General and Administrative Expense even MORE out of line. We are tired of having NAR tell US to pay for THEIR inefficiency.
We are not against paying for what WE receive. If you want to charge us for “enhancing OUR contact information” then fine. But don’t hold our CLIENTS and CUSTOMERS hostage. That is unconscionable. Many of them don’t know what you are doing to us and if they did, they would find it incredibly offensive.
More importantly, because the National Association of Realtors leased the rights to our web presence to third parties, they put themselves in the position of defending REALTOR.com’s inefficiencies and deficiencies to the general membership for their own financial gain.
We call on NAR to take steps to BUY BACK Realtor.com from Move, Inc. or to buy a controlling interest in Move, Inc. to provide a national listings site for REALTORS at a price that is REASONABLE and RATIONAL. With the current stock price so low, a controlling interest can be purchased at a reasonable price and other assets like TopProducer can be spun off to repay (partially) the investment. This is a strategy that makes SENSE.
Until NAR SERIOUSLY takes up this issue and hears our concerns, we vow to raise awareness, talk to the press, let our clients know what you are up to, and most importantly, we will NOT continue to pay higher and higher fees to cover Move, Inc.s inefficiencies and largess.
We do not do this out of spite. We do this to protect OUR good name and our industry. It only makes sense with Move, Inc’s stock price this low to take these actions. We call on you to address these concerns completely, totally, and immediately.
After you have added your name to this petition an e-mail will be sent to the given address to confirm your signature. Please make sure that your e-mail address is correct or you will not receive this e-mail and your name will not be counted.
http://www.takebackourr.com/the-petition/
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Lowcountry Real Estate, http://www.lowcountryrealestate.com, specializes in the listing and selling of the finest properties in the Beaufort, South Carolina real estate market. Whether you are searching for a historic home, beach or oceanfront property, golf community or waterfront property, our market knowledge and familiarity of Beaufort’s neighborhoods, schools, marshes, and waterways makes us uniquely qualified to help you find the property you are searching for.
We have all of the Beaufort, South Carolina bases covered. Fripp Island real estate, along with Lady’s and Harbor Island real estate, are within our areas of expertise. We offer listings that include golf property, Beaufort, South Carolina oceanfront real estate, and plantation property. Use this site to research listings, get a feel for the Beaufort, South Carolina community, and get in touch with one of our agents to begin your buying or selling process. Call us (843) 521-4200 today.
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http://www.houseandcondotel.bravehost.com – Condotel Investments at Boracay Island, Philippines. Invest TODAY with your One Minute Real Estate Broker – Spaceland Realty! visit: www.houseandcondotel.bravehost.com
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Mr Obama Please Contact Census Bureau Realtor Delivering Pizza but got 95 Test Score!
Mr Obama Please get me a Job at Census Bureau so Realtor does not have to Deliver Pizza for 7 an hour Please Mr President Help Me a Legal Immigrant!!!
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A slideshow of my house for sale in Kaua’i; I lived there for a year in the hopes of starting a farm and education center, but my small business failed, I was diagnosed with cancer, and my investments took a dive, all within my first six months. 
I bought the house with my retirement savings – for about $100,000 more than its current list price – and it looks like my down payment is down the toilet, but it could be worse – I could be one of Bernie Madhoff’s clients! At least I am young and have time to recover from the loss. That AND I had some awesome doctors in Kaua’i who saved my life. 
Here is my Realtor’s listing for the home: http://www.kymryperez.com/address.php?property_ID=20
It is currently the cheapest 3-bedroom (it is technically a 4-bedroom) with acreage on the South Side of Kaua’i, which (I think) is the side with the best beaches and the best weather.
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Bruce Jones wants you to experience Franklin, Tennessee like never before. The very essence of downtown Franklin is embodied in this unique estate.
Forte Building Group has fused high class comfort with modern conveniences throughout this exquisite property.
This nearly 6,000 square foot property is centrally located.
This heirloom property has the location, modern conveniences and quality that today’s luxury home buyer wants and demands.
Walk to a large variety of entertainment venues, unique shopping experiences and several dining destinations.
The main entrance is across the development’s signature courtyard. Enter the main foyer through a beautiful custom built, mahogany door with artistic, leaded art glass.
The adjoining reception parlor includes a fireplace with cast stone hearth and alternating width hardwood flooring. French doors open to a wrought iron railed balcony fronting Church Street.
A full bar with a sink, refrigerator/ice maker, and single dishwasher drawer enhances livability and entertainment on this level. The modern cabinetry is accented by exotic “Black Beauty” granite and stylish glass tile backsplash.
Diagonally placed travertine flows to the grand, floating circular stairway with custom wrought iron railings and brass rail caps.
This level is large, spacious and carefully designed for day-to-day living as well as entertaining.
Each room has access to a covered porch overlooking the beautiful courtyard and fountain below.
The 30′x24′ main living area includes a 48″ masonry fireplace featuring a stone surround and hearth, paneled walls, flanked built in cabinets and 11′ ceiling height.
Also included is a 50″ HD plasma TV above the fireplace.
The room is accessed via the circular stairway from the first floor.
French doors leading to a covered porch as well as an abundance of windows allow maximum natural light and views.
A separate stairway leading to the third floor is accessed from this room.
At the center of the living level is a large gourmet kitchen.
Modern European style cabinetry blends with a lofty feel of rustic brick walls, stainless appliances, “Parthenon” granite, concrete counter tops and glass tile backsplashes to render a warm and inviting environment.
An All Star brand appliance package is made up of a 42″ Sub-Zero refrigerator, Asko dishwasher, Wolf 6-burner pro cook top and exhaust hood. Enjoy the GE Monogram built-in ovens including the Advantium and Monogram warming drawer.
The GE wine cooler and ice maker are located in the large wet bar/serving buffet located in the kitchen area.
Adjoining, and open to the kitchen is a welcoming spacious dining room with a wall of glass sliding doors opening to a covered porch with wood coffered ceiling, slate floor, fireplace wired for an optional HDTV and plumbed for an outdoor gas grill.
And there’s a covered Patio Off the kitchen.
The basement level is accessible by descending the circular stairway from the first floor main foyer area, landing on the multi-color slate flooring which covers the foyer, hallway, bathroom, bar, wine cellar and storage closets.
Notice the custom built sliding barn door, which smoothly glides on German made stainless steel hardward, enclosing the home theatre for sound insulation and privacy.
The master bath models an exquisite resort bath with heated travertine stone floors, an air jet massage tub, custom cabinetry with granite tops, polished nickel fixtures and a large walk-in shower with body sprayers and rainfall shower head.
Wiring for an optional TV is also provided above the tub.
Be sure to Contact Bruce today for more information!
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This 2500 sq ft home is located on the shores of Kootenay Lake in Schroeder Creek, about 15 minutes north of Kaslo BC. The home has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a guest cottage which can be rented out, 90 ft of pebbly beach all on almost a half acre parcel of land. $949,000.
Contact Kul Nijjar for more information: kul@century21kaslo.com
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http://www.koolik.com In this episode of Real Estate Today with Elliot Koolik of Koolik Group Realty, we will join members of Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton, FL in discussing why to look for luxury country club homes for sale. Florida offers many residential options, from beach-front homes, single family homes, condos, townhomes, gated and non-gated communities and country clubs; but why should you choose the luxury country club lifestyle when looking for homes for sale? The comprehensive activities and amenities offered at Woodfield Country Club and other Boca Raton country clubs provide a close-knit family oriented community, perfect for children, parents and retired persons. Children will always find other children to play with at the playground, pool or park and parents can rest assured that their children are safe within the gated community. Adults will also take advantage of the pool and fitness center, as well as the tennis courts and golf course. There are also community dinners, buffets and other entertainment for all to enjoy. Each member benefits from the equity club and has a vested interest in the preservation of the club. The Board of Directors do their best to please the members of the club and make a positive contribution to their community.
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Setbacks between 1991 and 1997. *Not a solicitation of other agents listings. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Interview with Real Estate Investor Corey. We discuss the current market for investing in residential and commercial properties. Corey goes into detail about the recent collapse in real estate an what he expects to come in the next few years. He goes into detail how investors were hurt, even in moderately collapsed markets and how there is little upside long term in playing the real estate game.
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