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Rainmaker
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John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Most comments fun stuff.  Most views local real estate information.

Jun 12, 2015 09:39 PM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

topics that share marketing tips for agents to use ....it's like a mini training session....

Jun 12, 2015 08:28 PM
Rainmaker
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Joe --- I think questions asked in posts bring the most comments for me.  

Specific market reports don't bring as many comments but make the phone ring.

Of course if you want another sure win with comments and views is anything that combines Roger D. Mucci and Dick Greenberg in the post. Those are sure to create a flurry of both.

Until I am compensated for views, comments or gold stars -- I'll take a phone call or email inquiry anyday.  

 

Jun 13, 2015 12:48 AM
Rainmaker
7,836,134
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This week, I got the most comments on my blog about our 50th wedding anniversary. Blogs about local real estate usually get the least comments in my experience.

Jun 12, 2015 10:59 PM
Rainmaker
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Jack Lewitz
Exit Strategy Realty - Evanston, IL

Content is important but let's not forget the headlines. You want to use words that will capture your audience. I think for me market data is what people are interested in most.

Jun 12, 2015 10:08 PM
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Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

My FAQ posts.  Those are followed by my trend articles (e.g. 2015 hardwood flooring trends).

I have 18 articles that get over 1000 clicks a month. Half of those get over 2,000/month and 5 get over 4,000/month.  16 are FAQ's, 3 are trend posts and one is my home page.  (My home page is ranked 14th).

These articles generate the most calls, too.

Jun 12, 2015 08:37 PM
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Anna Hatridge
R Gilliam Real Estate LLC - Farmington, MO
Missouri Realtor with R Gilliam Real Estate LLC

I have found the best blogs come from experiences we can all relate to in our daily life.  Whether that be technology, marketing, or inspiration.

Jun 12, 2015 08:36 PM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

"Just Listed' posts

Jun 12, 2015 11:51 PM
Rainmaker
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Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

I find that when I take a polarized, honest stand on a topic, the comments go way up. They either vehemently disagree or wholeheartedly endorse my view. It's validating either way and I get some nuggets of counterpoints or agreement with a different twist; hence I learn something. I recommend you take a position (within the context of real estate for AR) you believe in and avoid the "politically correct-fence". I don't stray into politics, sex nor religion. My blogs are meant to offer an educated perspective of my experience and personality on a topic and to elicit thoughtful responses. My blogs act as a filter for who will network with me & refer me. I'm not everybody's cup of tea nor do I attempt to be, so I figure "thems that like, refer". I have been referred deal that closed due to my blogs and I've connected with great AR members I'd reciprocate with.

Jun 12, 2015 11:36 PM
Rainmaker
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

All I can say Joe, is topics that I think would get a lot of views and comments sometimes don't, those that I think will not get them suddenly "go crazy" with views and comments. I've given up trying to figure it out.

Jun 12, 2015 11:13 PM
Rainmaker
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Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

I am always surprised when i get activity on my posts - although I think some people get more activity because they are more engaged on AR

Jun 12, 2015 10:44 PM
Rainmaker
3,340,443
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

No one area really...it can be local events or marketing issues...it is a q quantity but of different people.

Jun 12, 2015 09:16 PM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Short and fun topics, especially anything that allows the readers to congratulate the writer on.  Like Roy Kelley 's anniversary or yours!

 

Jun 13, 2015 04:49 PM
Rainmaker
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Chris and Dick Dovorany
Homes for Sale in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero, Florida - Naples, FL
Broker/Associate at Premiere Plus Realty

I've had the most success with Christmas in Naples and when the Princess Diana dresses were here on display.

Jun 13, 2015 11:46 AM
Rainmaker
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Any controversial topic - or a topic against the what is considered as normal would bring lots of comments, Joe Petrowsky .

And the example is not too far for you - you know Kyle Reyes ...

Jun 13, 2015 04:20 AM
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Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

My listings get the most views but anything about food gets the most comments!

I'm with Michael Jacobs - until the stars etc bring me cash money, I'm with the posts that make the phone ring!

Jun 13, 2015 01:25 AM
Rainmaker
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Joe,

The most comments we get is on timely topics, branding, and localism posts! And I agree with Anna Hatridge .  A

Jun 13, 2015 12:39 AM
Rainmaker
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

The ones that deal with local topics.

Feb 17, 2019 06:35 AM
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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

It varies

Apr 28, 2018 07:45 AM
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Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Well, AR is like a village. Those who are open and do post about their personal life, pets, family events receive the most comments from members and followers. Public also want to know who you are, what you like, what are your values.

 

Aug 13, 2015 04:57 PM
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Blogs that bring new or relevant information to the industry, also advice posts will gain attention!

Jul 07, 2015 04:54 AM
Rainer
185,854
Kyle Reyes
The Silent Partner Marketing - Manchester, CT

ME?  Controversial?  Never... I mean...always.

Jun 15, 2015 06:06 AM
Rainmaker
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Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Localism

Jun 13, 2015 10:01 AM
Rainer
99,675
Curt Hess
ExecuHome Realty - Annapolis, MD
Luxury Home Consultant, Team Leader & CEO

Anything with FREE stuff!

Jun 13, 2015 08:38 AM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Personal experiences and fun blog posts bring the most comments. Many people want to share their own experiences about the subject and it makes it very interesting. 

Jun 13, 2015 04:53 AM
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Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

As we receive comments from members AR I receive most comments for fun posts not about RE.

Jun 13, 2015 03:20 AM
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Spirit Messingham
Tierra Antigua Realty - Tucson, AZ
Third Generation Full-Time Realtor® 520 471-6900

From other agents?  Real estate trends, what is hot, etc.  For consumers, local events and local news/trends/listings, etc.

Jun 13, 2015 02:55 AM
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Stefan Winter
Real Estate in IL & NV | Owner of Real Estate Web Tech | Daily Vlogger - Las Vegas, NV
Owner - Winter Group & Real Estate Web Tech

Educational topis or fun topics.

Jun 13, 2015 02:35 AM
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Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

commission....Everyone has a story to tell.

 

Jun 13, 2015 01:51 AM