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Tuesday, April 15, 2008
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TODAY'S TOP STORY
Achieving Higher Commissions – What It Means to You, Your Clients
By Darryl Davis

RISMEDIA, April 15, 2008—In today's climate, it's more difficult than ever to not only get listings, but to get listings at a full commission. However, it's more important now than ever before that an agent learn the skills and techniques in order to stay profitable. Continued >

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TODAY'S FEATURED STORIES
Understanding Google's Phantom Governing Tool - Page Rank
Commentary by John Hernandez

RISMEDIA, April 15, 2008—These days, achieving a high placement on Google is the Holy Grail when it comes to generating website leads and subsequent business. People dedicate weeks, months, even years trying to decipher the foolproof tactic to one up the competitor that's keeping them from appearing Continued >
Rental Strategies – Are You Attracting Good Residents?
By Rob Massey

RISMEDIA, April 15, 2008—A common mistake made by novice landlords is a lack of preparation or work on the home before putting it on the rental market. The reality is, however, that the most discerning prospective residents, who normally are your ideal renters, demand attention Continued >
Real Estate Technology - Turning ‘Web 2.0’ Into ‘Agent Web 2.0’
Commentary by Peyman Aleagha

RISMEDIA, April 15, 2008—There’s been a lot of hype about “Web 2.0” – it’s claimed to be pretty much the future of everything on the Internet. Using a Web 2.0 means inviting user participation, user contribution and the more the merrier. Continued >
Syndication Standard - NAR and Industry Partners Agree
RISMEDIA, April 15, 2008—The National Association of Realtors® and other industry members of the Real Estate Standards Organization have unanimously approved a draft standardized data format for distributing real estate listing information. Continued >
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TODAY'S HOME SPUN WISDOM
Survey - What is America’s Favorite Book?

RISMEDIA, April 15, 2008—When it comes to reading, we know what genre Americans are reading, but what is Americans’ favorite book? Across all demographic groups the number one book is The Bible. Behind The Bible, the Civil War is still being fought as Margaret Mitchell’s Gone with the Wind comes in second. Continued >
MORE NEWS STORIES
First-Time Home Buyers Now Account for Nearly One-Half of Total Sales in U.S.

Real Estate Firm Creates Strong Mix of Local and International Expertise

Diane Turton Named One of NJ’s Most Successful Business Owners

Sotheby’s International Realty Network Honored by Franchise Business Review

Nashville Real Estate – Home Sales Decline, Prices Hold Strong

Orlando Real Estate - Monthly Housing Sales Increase as Median Price Drops

Homeowners Call on Congress to Simplify and Reduce Taxes

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