Welcome to the Generosity Generation!

Time to start giving back. For so long, real estate agents have been living in EGO land. We've seen bill boards with HUGE agent photos, websites, and ads covered with faces of agents that think you care about what they look like and what they've accomplished. Well, it's time to start giving back and build a business based on LOVING people. Huh?

New concept, I know. But, it's a good one. We are living in an unsure economic climate that has people on edge already. Mix that up with all the terrible impersonal service we get pounded on us all day long. It's the perfect recipe for frustration. Nobody stands out in the market, because nobody seems to care. So, imagine a new way of doing business where you actually meet with people one on one and show them how much you care about them.

This is what Michael J. Maher's writes about in his book, 7 Levels of Communication. He teaches you HOW to build a successful thriving business by gifting and giving back to people. Not only does it make SMART business, it brings back the FUN in real estate or in any field where referrals are key.

Michael is coming to Birmingham to share how you too can become a part of the Generosity Generation and to easily and build a rewarding business.
Get your ticket now at www.getarealestatelife.com/events.html.

For just $35, you can see Michael's inspirational message that will INCREASE your referral business and his best-selling book.

What NOT to do in this market!

Sick of being told what you SHOULD be doing? Well join us for tomorrow's Business Booster where we discuss what NOT to do in this market.

Business is everywhere. Buyers are everywhere. Learn what some agents are doing to chase away these buyers. Come hear real conversations with Birmingham real estate agents, who NEVER even ask the callers name. See what photos NOT to submit into the MLS or on the internet. Read the worst descriptions of property written only by agents who either don't care enough about selling their client's houses or are just too ignorant to know what a terrible job they are doing. Their loss is your opportunity.

Hank Blackmon with HomeFront Inspections is providing breakfast at 9:00 am tomorrow. Topic discussion starts at 9:30. Yes, I have a few 7L Books left. And, we'll also discuss why you really need the CDPE more than ever.

See you in the morning!! Be prepared to Laugh and to Learn.

Why Should Someone Choose You to Sell or Buy a Home?

Recently returned from a visit with the Indiana RE/MAX broker owners where I was invited to speak on the topic of distinction and how our coaching program makes our RE/MAX office different. Such a warm, hospitable group; especially the regional owner, Dan Breault.
While attending, I got to hear Scott McKain speak. He is the author of Collapse of Distinction. It's a business book that is so true to life. He speaks of how all businesses have copied each other instead of focusing on something to differentiate themselves. The public has a hard time choosing between businesses so they rely on price to help them make a final decision on which to give its money and its service.
In general, the public has always had a difficult time deciding which real estate agents to use. After all, aren't we all the same? We're just here to open the door and play tour guide right? No! As a whole, we do a poor job showing the public our value and why we are different. I beg of you to buy Scott's book. Read it. Then, clearly define why you are different and promote it. Let people KNOW why you are special!

Bobby's Booty!!!!

Bobby's Booty is in full swing and going strong! The month long contest was kicked off just two weeks ago and money is being awarded left and right to be redeemed at our Business Booster coming up on October 21st. We are hosting a luncheon for our over 150 Re/Max Advantage agents and at the luncheon, the agents will be able to bid on auction items provided by our valued vendors with "bobby's Booty" or Re/Max Dollars that they have earned for recommending or using a donor, closings, new listings etc. throughout the contest. The vendors who have so graciously donated to the event, will be invited to the luncheon to network and to also stand with their auction item as it is bid on. Please let me know if you are interested in donated to the auction. Below is just a sneak peak of last years auction !!! You don't wanna miss out on this and remember to keep track of your Bobby's Booty!!! Check out the list of our confirmed donors to date!!!









Rachel McCuen 888-492-7359 x761 Home Warranty Of America
Kelly Gunnels 281-8545 Signature Homes- Any Community
Woody Woodfin 229-2877 First Federal Mortgage
May Jo Johnson 915-4111 Statewide Title Services
Charlie Stewart 437-1279 Closing Attorney
Benny Roberts 332-7701 Personal Trainer/ Anytime Fitness
Annette Chase 223-0079 Farmer's Insurance
Erin Tatum 283-5626 Classis Home Mortgage
Jay Williams 966-9059 Build Tech
Alana Beaugez 381-1615 Home Plus Mortgage
Donna Brock 585-0899 American Home Shield
Steven Clark 441-4676 Photograper
Texie Warnick 919-1867 Air Advantage Heating/Air
Matthew Calhoun 802-7400 Hallman Hill Condos
Bridgett Ogburn 907-4299 Preferred Title
David Arnette 413-7990 Mortgage Banc
Ryan Sparks 215-8433 Closing Attorney
Gloria Jackson 969-3334 First Federal Mortgage
Chris Montz 531-8189 Hengar Rast Mortgage
Gary Eubanks 410-4946 Covenant Bank
Debbie Daughtry 986-3000 Mortgage America
Gene Roberts 337-9214 Old Republic Home Warranty
Jennifer Banik 262-2459 Reli Title
Chuck Bates 980-2305 Renassance Bank
Brian Chastain 966-4675 Chastain Construction
Stephen Wolfe 991-1500
John Henson 969-7057 Morgan Stanley/Smith Barney
Julie May 251-490-5676 Anything Creative
Dianne Daniels 991-1500 South City Theatre
Jimmy Moore 913-7673 All State
Joey Muire 290-1399
Lauren Adair 937-0828 Personal Trainer
Lauren Baum 328-8020 Jefferson Title/ closing attorney
Paige Kennedy 877-450-7283 Birmingham City Saver
Eileen Rattiner 383-1966 W M Mortgage
Wayne Wood 253-1485 Johnson Brother's Wine
John Craft 678-4944 Chelsea Tire
Debbie Rodgers 306-7353 Mary Kay
Darryl Richardson 266-3755 Synovus Mortgage Group
Rock Ponder

Agents Need Specialized Information to Help Clients in a New Economy

With depreciation affecting many Birmingham neighborhoods, sellers need professional direction more than ever. Fortunately, a course has been designed to provide real estate agents with the CORRECT information and tools that will help them handle negotiating short sales.
Earning the Certified Distress Property Expert Designation will not only equip agents with the most up to date information about short sales and foreclosures, but it also teaches processes and systems of banks and asset managers. In today's market, it is vital that an agent earn this designation so he or she can provide the most value to clients.
Agents can earn the CDPE in Birmingham, Alabama, November 8th and 9th at the Marriott on Hwy 280. It is also approved for 12 hours of CE. Sign up today at www.cdpe.com/remax or give me at call at 205-223-1044.

TOP PRODUCER PANEL

Debbie Burks, Jason Boner, and Deborah Bowles will share with us how they get leads and the systems they use to build successful businesses. You can ask questions for these top closing agents so that you can pick up great tips to use in your own business. Debbie Burks closed 25 transactions last year. This year, she'll far exceed that number. Jason closed 28 transactions last year and has almost reached his 2010 goal of 35 active listings. Deborah Bowles was a RE/MAX 100% club award winner last year and has a thriving business.

Drew Honeycutt, Trent Kurkyndall, and the RBC Bank team is bringing breakfast at 9:00. Panel Q & A starts at 9:30.

Come learn and earn some more BOB BUCK$!

Refer these Sponsors of March Money Madness!

Mortgage Banc - David Arnette205-413-7990
Emerald Gardens in McCalla is donating an outdoor rug and a Japanese Maple tree.
Annette Chase - Farmer's Insurance 205-223-0079 3 bottles of wine $60 value
Anytime Fitness on 119/280 is donating 6 month free membership that includes tanning and massage. Also comes with a Tshirt.
Charlie Stewart donated a Will and consultation. $500 value. And, a deep tissue massage from Santa Fe Day Spa.
BuildTech is donating Family Dinner from Full Moon BBQ. 966-9059
Gentry Williams is donating original paintings
Real Source - Doris is donating a Spring gardening gift basket
American Home Shield - Donna Brock - gift card to FLIP Burger
Steven Clark photography is donating a professional photo session
Ryan Sparks
First Federal Mortgage - Gloria Jackson and Woody Woodfin
Homeplus Mortgage - Alana Beaugez 205-381-1615 donated a gas card
Hennergar Rast Mortgage - Chris Montz 205-531-8189
Rustmark Custom Homes
Air Advantage Heating and Cooling is donating a service call to clean and inspect the air unit to prepare for summer. 919-1867
Covenant Bank - Gary Eubanks 205-410-4946
Debbie Daughtry - Mortgage America 205-986-3000
Gene Roberts - Old Republic Home Warranty 205-337-9214
Erin Tatum - Classic Home Mortgage donated two tickets for a night with Nick Saben including dinner.
Drew Honeycutt - RBC Bank
RELI Title - Jennifer Banik
Signature Homes - 3 nights in a condo at the beach.
Holliman Hill - $100 to DoDiYo's
Karen Sladick with Organize 4 Results - an bag of files labels and a timer, an organizational Lead follow up informational CDRom
Bridgett Ogburn - Preferred Title - dinner for 6 made by Bridgett

Remember, each time you refer business to one of these sponsors during March, you get $100 in Bob Buck$!

Good luck. And please support these sponsors who are supporting YOU!