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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties, The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730 (Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070)

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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
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Let me be honest with you. The status of my glass has no relationship to what happens with AR.

I am a glass overflowing sort of person, When I perceive the level is not above the rim, is look at the environment I am in and make the changes needed.

There is just simply way too much to celebrate if we would only give ourselves permission.

I celebrate the new acquisition not only for the potential it offers, but also for the liberation of knowing I an not deliberately collaborating with the 'Dark Side' and that one who understands agent IP protection is important is at the helm.

The new owner, faces a great challenge in making an effort likened to herding chickens. What ever the outcome I will do what is needed for me to stay on course and keep my cup overflowing.

As of this morning 380 responses to the announcement. I have not read one single negative comment. So much different than the previous ownership change.

I trust Mr Kinney's cup is overflowing also. Let us keep it that way for him.

Jun 22, 2015 12:50 AM
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John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
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Totally half full.  We are very excited for the first time in a long while about the upcoming (positive) changes to this format.  

Jun 22, 2015 12:50 AM
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Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Mine is more than 1/2 full; after all, I woke up this morning~!

Jun 22, 2015 12:28 AM
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Half full and I'm more than ready for a refill when it's really good.  More, please.

Jun 22, 2015 12:27 AM
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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

it can't possibly be anything but better.....when something that once had life is dying a rapid death, any type of resuscitation is the first step to regaining life.... 

Jun 22, 2015 01:38 AM
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Vera Gonzalez
RE/MAX Suburban, Inc. - Sterling Heights, MI
Gonzo For Real Estate

Half full. Change means there are always new ways of improving:)

Jun 22, 2015 12:45 AM
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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

  Positive change.  I had daily hopes for the last regime.  Daily.  I knew intellectually that we were a sinking ship but hope springs eternal.  I guess thats why I keep buying lottery tickets so after all that rambling, Debbie, I'm saying half full.

Jun 22, 2015 12:31 AM
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John Novak
Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace - Las Vegas, NV
Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate

Rather than 'new' ownership, I see this as a return to AR's roots. Bob is one of the original four founders, and Ben was working behind the scenes very early on. This is definitely a 'two full glasses' situation!

Jun 22, 2015 02:22 AM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
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Debb, 

What matters to me is what is in the glass(quality ranks high for us), and definitely ready for a refill as long as it not swill.  LOL A

Jun 22, 2015 02:07 AM
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Jennifer Provencio
San Diego County and Central Valley - Oceanside, CA
The Reverse Mortgage Speciailist

Definitely half-full! Change can be good!

Jun 22, 2015 12:34 AM
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Kathleen Luiten
Resort and Second-Home Specialist - Princeville, HI
Kauai Luxury Ocean Home Sales

My approach in life is always optimistic. Sometimes it's cautious optimism but I don't need caution in my response to this sale. My life isn't dependent on AR so I'm just glad we have the possibility of a positive change now. 

Jun 22, 2015 03:02 PM
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Carla Muss-Jacobs, RETIRED
RETIRED / State License is Inactive - Portland, OR

I don't care if the glass is half full, half empty just as long as it has some gin and tonic with a squirt of lime.  LOL

Jun 22, 2015 08:09 AM
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Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
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Debbie Reynolds Half full and I agree!

Jun 22, 2015 06:39 AM
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Richard Robibero, e-Pro, ABR, SRS
Panorama R.E. Limited - Toronto, ON
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I don't think it affects me one way or the other. I get a lot of benefit from AR from all of you. So unless you all leave because of the change (and it doesn't look that way) Idon't think it's change things for me. Let's see.

Jun 22, 2015 06:19 AM
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Evelyn M Epperson
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Johns Creek, GA
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I am always half full person.  So I feel it will all be ok with the new ownership.

Jun 22, 2015 06:06 AM
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Raymond Denton
Homesmart / Evergreen Realty - Irvine, CA
Irvine Realtor®

Depends on the liquid ... water is always half full, but beer is half empty.

Jun 22, 2015 05:49 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

I am a always make the best of it kind of person. No matter what the glass can always be filled more and is very hard to look at empty with all I have learned.

Jun 22, 2015 05:12 AM
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Stefanie Cohen
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boynton Beach, FL
"I Love to Sell Real Estate and it Shows"

I am a half full, positive person, and definitely excited about the positive changes coming to AR as well as the return of Bob Stewart.

Jun 22, 2015 04:47 AM
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Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

 I'm tired of waiting for the other shoe to drop and I can hardly wait till I can see some facts ..

Jun 22, 2015 04:37 AM
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I certainly want to be optimistic about the new ownership but want to know much more about the plans for changes and membership retention. It is very good to see a positive reception for the acquisition news.

Jun 22, 2015 03:58 AM
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Michele Connors
The Overton Group, LLC Pitt & Carteret County - Greenville, NC
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Im looking forward to it. Less nervous that I was for the last year.

Jun 22, 2015 03:26 AM
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Spirit Messingham
Tierra Antigua Realty - Tucson, AZ
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Not only is the glass half empty, someone will probably knock it over and shatter on the floor.  Now I have broken glass to deal with, someone will probably get hurt, sue for liable...

Jun 22, 2015 03:04 AM
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John Meussner
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Typically I'm a half full kinda guy.  Specifically with regard to AR, I'm all full for this one.  I was really skeptical about Zillow running the show, but I think this is a move in the right direction for all involved.

Jun 22, 2015 03:03 AM
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Bruce Walter
Keller Williams Realty Lafayette/West Lafayette, Indiana - West Lafayette, IN

Debbie, you get what you put into this community.  I just would like to be able to upload a post without hassle,  and all the rest is GRAVY!!!

Jun 22, 2015 02:50 AM
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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I don't worry about the level of my glass, just how much is left in the bottle.

Jun 22, 2015 01:35 AM
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Pat & Wayne Harriman
Harriman Real Estate, LLC (203) 672-4499 - Wallingford, CT
Broker/Owners, Wallingford CT Real Estate

My wife is a "half full" kinda gal. Me, I'm a "Thank God there's still something in the glass, let's make the most of it while it's there" kinda guy...

Jun 22, 2015 01:34 AM
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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

Half full for me too, Debbie.  Though I will await to see how it all shakes out.

Jun 22, 2015 01:24 AM