http://www.artipot.com/authors/11554/joshua-keen/ Latest articles by Joshua Keen from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/271893/real-estate-blogs-101.htm A blog can get your name out there, and allow readers to get to know you in a way that isn't possible through a standard web site. And unlike more traditional advertising methods like bus banners and newsletters, blogs are always evolving, attracting new visitors every day. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:11:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/271893/real-estate-blogs-101.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/268966/its-in-the-details-critical-elements-to-have-in-a-home-improvement-contract.htm Home improvement contracts don't have to be complicated, but they do need to be detailed. Vague contracts are not good, as they leave items open for interpretation. When dealing with such large sums of money you don't want to take any chances. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 08:35:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/268966/its-in-the-details-critical-elements-to-have-in-a-home-improvement-contract.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221429/yes-what-you-write-on-the-web-can-hurt-you.htm It sounds like something on a talk show or in a Ripley's Believe it or Not article. However, the case of Kent Haluska and Marina Solo has a lesson that all real estate professionals can learn from. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 02:57:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221429/yes-what-you-write-on-the-web-can-hurt-you.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/219982/its-not-about-you-using-your-website-to-market-yourself-as-a-realtor.htm Just about everyone agrees that an effective Web presence is an important part of your personal marketing campaign. You might think that the purpose of a website is to market you and your accomplishments in order to impress people into considering you for their Realtor. However, this is not the best way to approach potential clients. Changing your website's focus to show... Fri, 17 Oct 2008 06:36:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/219982/its-not-about-you-using-your-website-to-market-yourself-as-a-realtor.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/215127/the-office-at-home.htm If you are facing the dilemma of not being able to move house - have you thought of a total re-vamp to convert part of your home into an office. (Think of the tax breaks!) Thu, 09 Oct 2008 03:27:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/215127/the-office-at-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/202721/virtual-home-staging-innovation-or-misrepresentation.htm Many of today's top real estate agents understand the power that the internet has when it comes to bringing together buyers and available inventory. With recent estimates being that over 80% of home buyers starting their search for properties online, it's imperative that real estate agents take advantage of the latest trends in technology. Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:18:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/202721/virtual-home-staging-innovation-or-misrepresentation.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/180827/renovating-your-home-the-environmentally-friendly-way.htm If you're interested in "greening up" your home renovation, here are some tips that can give you ideas. Environmentally friendly options are making it easy to improve your property without taking a heavy toll from the environment. Not only will you benefit your natural environment, you'll also benefit your community. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:31:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/180827/renovating-your-home-the-environmentally-friendly-way.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/180826/buying-a-foreclosed-property-whats-going-to-be-left-behind.htm Some states allow redemption periods, where the former owner can, if possessing enough capital, buy back their house for the price that it went at auction or higher. This is an uncomfortable piece of legislation for new owners who are not aware of this law and merrily start renovating; the former owners could buy back the house right from under them. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:31:27 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/180826/buying-a-foreclosed-property-whats-going-to-be-left-behind.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/180825/container-gardening-for-the-condo-homesteader.htm Evaluate your space before you purchase gardening supplies and plants. Some plants can do well in smaller containers, but need more sunlight. Some need larger containers, but can be grown with little sunlight. Herbs, for example, can be grown in small containers, but need at least 5, preferably more, hours of sunlight. Leafy greens, like lettuce, need less sunlight. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:31:02 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/180825/container-gardening-for-the-condo-homesteader.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/176311/stress-relief-tips-for-real-estate-agents.htm The housing market has definitely taken a beating in many parts of the country over the last year. When just a couple years ago record numbers of people were entering the real estate industry, today many of those same people are leaving the business because they're unable to make a stable living. As the economy struggles to get back on its feet, there are things you can do... Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:44:04 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/176311/stress-relief-tips-for-real-estate-agents.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/172330/speak-easy-the-importance-of-communication-in-the-real-estate-industry.htm One of the most common complaints that people have about real estate agents is that they don't reply to their emails and phone calls in a timely manner. If you don't respond to a client's questions or concerns, you make her feel like her business is not important to you. Don't ever let your client feel ignored, or like their questions are inconsequential. Always try to reply... Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:33:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/172330/speak-easy-the-importance-of-communication-in-the-real-estate-industry.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/172329/cool-off-in-a-natural-swimming-pool-this-summer.htm In a world where chemicals are used on almost every surface we touch, the thought of a chlorine-free pool may sound impossible. After all, we use chlorine and other chemicals to keep nature -out- of traditional swimming pools. These chemicals literally shock the water to keep it free of algae growth and insects. Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:33:20 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/172329/cool-off-in-a-natural-swimming-pool-this-summer.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/164568/taking-your-web-presence-to-the-next-level.htm As a real estate professional, you know the importance of utilizing the latest marketing strategies and technologies. If you already have a website online that highlights your areas of expertise and provides solid information that is useful to visitors, it is now time to start thinking about upping the ante on your internet presence. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:24:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/164568/taking-your-web-presence-to-the-next-level.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/164567/how-to-create-a-real-estate-website-that-will-make-you-money.htm Most successful businesses these days have a web presence of some sort, whether it is a blog, MySpace profile, or a personalized website. The importance of having a website for your business in this day and age cannot be understated. The number of households in America that have their own internet connection has been growing exponentially since the mid-90's, and has become a... Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:23:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/164567/how-to-create-a-real-estate-website-that-will-make-you-money.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/164566/how-to-increase-traffic-to-your-real-estate-website.htm So you have a website that features compelling content and interesting features. Now you need to work on increasing the number of people who visit your site. More traffic to your site means more clients, which of course leads to more money in your pocket. If you already have a website set up and want to become more competitive in your market, then you need to make your site... Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:23:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/164566/how-to-increase-traffic-to-your-real-estate-website.htm