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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

6. Subversive.

Nov 26, 2016 06:03 PM
Rainmaker
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Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

You forgot #6 Comical, light-hearted, insanely out-of-touch with reality

Nov 27, 2016 06:27 AM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

For those that only read titles, they miss the point of AR to learn something or be entertained. I like to leave genuine comments, sometimes a comment to just to let them know i was there. Many times you can learn more from comments than the blog itself.

Nov 26, 2016 05:26 PM
Rainmaker
771,379
Christine Bohn
RE/MAX Professionals - Gainesville, FL
The Bohn Team, Gainesville FL

I'm a #1.  Rare for me to comment as I just don't spend much time on AR anymore.  Been here since 2006.  If I had been a #4,  I would have over 2 million points  (wink-wink).

 

Nov 26, 2016 04:07 PM
Rainmaker
7,836,431
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I do not fit in your categories.

Nov 26, 2016 03:27 PM
Rainmaker
5,005,659
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Genuine.

Nov 26, 2016 03:10 PM
Rainmaker
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Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Ha Ha well  quoting one of my friends "it depends" and he knows who he is:)) seriously it really depends if I love the post I comment accordingly. If I disagree I either become argumentative or I promise to write a counter post... either way I have found I have alienated the person either by my comment or when I wrote my thought out respectful counter position... and on Holidays I might be a Robo Commenter to my 515 followers:) Endre

Nov 26, 2016 09:43 PM
Rainmaker
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James (Jim) Lawson, DBA
DomainRealty.com LLC - Bonita Springs, FL
Broker Associate, RSPS, BPOR, HI & PE

5 - 4 + 2 - 3 + 1 = 1 most of the time I hope! 

Nov 26, 2016 09:36 PM
Rainmaker
711,852
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

I hope I am genuine. I cannot read every post, but for those I can, I try to give an honest response.

Nov 26, 2016 08:21 PM
Rainmaker
805,919
Steve Higgins
RE/MAX Kelowna - Kelowna, BC

I would say genuine.

Nov 26, 2016 06:17 PM
Rainmaker
679,404
Diana Dahlberg
1 Month Realty - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Real Estate in Kenosha, WI since 1994 262-308-3563

1.  Genuine ... it makes no sense to do it any other way.

Nov 26, 2016 05:44 PM
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Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

LOL  I'm pretty sure I've been all of the above at certain times, certain days - I'm one of those human creatures!

Nov 26, 2016 04:34 PM
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Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@Properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

A lot depends on the post or the question.  I'm very rarely argumentative. Maybe a little bit compulsive.

Nov 26, 2016 03:38 PM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Great question. Thanks for sharing! Have a great day! Only kidding and I couldn't resist. So does that make me No. 6, original?

Nov 26, 2016 03:36 PM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

I try to be genuine but I am sure I have done all except for 5 and seldom 4.

Nov 26, 2016 03:15 PM
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Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I'm betting anyone who is #2, 3 or 4, probably wouldn't honestly answer this because they wouldn't read it!

 

Nov 27, 2016 03:07 AM
Rainmaker
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James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Number 1 for sure.  However, I do not make any comments on political or religious posts.  I did it twice and never again..... 

Nov 27, 2016 02:43 AM
Rainmaker
4,272,548
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

6. Confused never 5

Nov 26, 2016 10:50 PM
Rainmaker
4,572,439
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

I gotta be me - so over the  years I have been all of the above choices except #4.   In addition, sometimes when I have nothing to add, I'll simply "like" a post without commenting.   It's kinda like -- hey, I was here, I want you to have some extra points  - love ya, mean it.   

Nov 26, 2016 10:04 PM
Rainmaker
856,336
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Genuine.  I have often heard how someone can make their 20 comments in such and such time.  I am amazed because it take me so much longer.  Then I see a comment from this same person and it has virtually nothing to do with my post.  Confussion cleared on a couple different levels.  Mark

Nov 26, 2016 09:32 PM
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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

1.

Nov 26, 2016 09:06 PM
Rainmaker
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Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

Ouch! Okay - I try to read a certain number of posts each day because I think there is so much information shared here and I have so much to learn - but then there are days when I know that I should be doing something else that has a higher priority in work - but I want to participate here in the Rain so I run through and make superficial comments just to kinda say hi and to be supportive - In my own defense - I see that there are days when other people whom I like and respect are doing the same thing.  And when we do those new listing posts or market reports, it's kinda nice to get one or two comments - Everyone likes positive reinforcement.  

But yes it is funny when someone wishes you a quick sale and your post is about how it closed last week and the seller loves you.  

Nov 26, 2016 08:46 PM
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

I read the post and comment based on how it moves me or my personal experience to add to the subject. I think many are very genuine commentors.

Nov 26, 2016 08:08 PM
Rainmaker
2,224,473
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

So I'm going to be honest...I'm mainly a 1. 

Nov 26, 2016 06:59 PM
Rainmaker
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Genuine, otherwise I don't comment.  A

Nov 26, 2016 06:50 PM
Rainmaker
1,622,432
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I'd say, depends on the amount of time I can be here and a blog itself. For example, when you congratulate on a new listing or welcome a new member, comments are more or less similar. 

Nov 26, 2016 06:36 PM
Rainmaker
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I'm going with genuine Debe Maxwell 

Nov 26, 2016 05:36 PM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

It depends on the post and my goal.  If I'm going for the points and have a limited time, I'm a serial commenter - no doubt about it!  Quickest way to get the points is a copy & paste answer based upon the listing blog type.  I don't feel bad about it, because there are several of our compatriots here who do the same exact thing!  I like receiving them too, because I understand them.  Plus, how many times can you say "great listing, thanks for sharing and best of luck" before you say copy & paste to the rescue!  Yes, I actually used to type my comments each time.  What I dislike is when someone actually STOLE my comment and started using it!  That sucked and I almost called them on it, but I just changed mine up instead.

 

On the flip side, if I am reading a blog like Endre Barath, Jr.'s "Welcome Tom D..." blog, I am a genuine commenter.  I read the entire thing and I make one (or more) comments to add to the conversation.

 

I guess it all boils down to the blog type.  If it takes 1 mintue to write the blog, I don't expect to get anything other than a copy & paste answer.  If it's something that takes a long time to write, I expect to give a genuine answer.

 

Kind of like this question.  A real question gets a real answer.  The student questions... yes you guessed it... I have answers saved in a text file for them.  Copy & paste.

Nov 27, 2016 11:15 AM
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Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

I'm a number 1 but I also try to pull something specific that I liked from the post and comment on that.   On Q&A, I often come up with something smartallecky.  Is that a choice?

I'm watching to see if anyone admits to being a #3, #4 or #5.  LOL

Nov 27, 2016 08:27 AM
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Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Typically category 1 but I may bring the battleaxes if someone is bashing the community without proper justification.  Bill

Nov 27, 2016 06:48 AM
Rainmaker
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

1 - I try to actually participate. I love the guys that just read the title & comment & it's not close to anything the post is actually about. 

Nov 27, 2016 05:35 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,143
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

Of your answers #1 other times the joker!

Nov 27, 2016 05:17 AM
Rainmaker
846,475
Marco Giancola
Beachfront Realty - Miami Beach, FL
Realtor (305)608-1922, Miami Beach Florida

Can I pick all 5?

Nov 27, 2016 04:36 AM
Rainer
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Dennis Swartz
Full Circle Property Management - Columbus, OH
MBA, GRI...experience counts!

I would say genuine (would anyone admit to anything else?) but I only comment when I am motivated by the post.

Nov 27, 2016 04:33 AM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

I'd say #1.  I've seen all of the above here.

Nov 27, 2016 02:04 AM
Rainer
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Melissa Jackson REALTOR
Trinity Premier Properties - Azle, TX
Helping You Make The Right Move

I read the post and reply, never have I intentionally been #5.

Nov 26, 2016 09:06 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I am mostly number one

Nov 26, 2016 07:35 PM
Rainer
273,832
Emmary Simpson
Las Cruces Homes and Land - Las Cruces, NM
Serving Las Cruces, NM

I confess I'm 1 and 2...but #5 in my head sometimes!!

Nov 26, 2016 04:59 PM
Rainmaker
1,045,440
Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

i suppose I am a bit of all and mix it up depending on my mood and the post... I like to keep them guessing lol.

Nov 28, 2017 01:12 PM
Rainmaker
289,912
Kent Simpson
Realty One Group Mountain Desert - Tucson, AZ
Real Estate Is About People

What's the subject?  My lawyer informs me that I have no comment.

Nov 29, 2016 08:55 PM
Rainer
22,557
John Peak
Get Your FREE BPO Company List - Adelaide, WA

typically comical here

Nov 29, 2016 07:03 PM
Rainmaker
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Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

I believe I'm genuine. Of course I have my own opinions, but I'm never disrespectful or argumentative and I'm NOT a serial commenter!

Nov 29, 2016 10:31 AM
Rainmaker
900,238
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

Only when inspired by content.

Nov 28, 2016 07:56 AM
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Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

Sometimes I do tend to latch on to one thing to comment about, but I've always read the entire post. Lately I've just not been here as much as I like.

Nov 27, 2016 07:18 PM
Rainmaker
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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

I intend to expand the conversation or propose a differing viewpoint.

Those insecure in their knowledge may find my comments argumentative.

One poor soul evaluated my responses as being contraian. "If it is black, I'll call it white."

Without exception, those without fabric will suggest I am argumentative.

 

Nov 27, 2016 10:04 AM
Rainmaker
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Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

I like to say #1 but it depends on the day!

Nov 27, 2016 10:02 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

A mix - depending on the day

Nov 27, 2016 09:09 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I am #1 - genuine. There are times I want to be a blow hard ... and my inner voice tells me ... just move on Kathleen ... don't go there.  

Nov 27, 2016 07:54 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,273
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

If I have something to say or do...I say it or do it. It is as simple as that

Nov 27, 2016 07:22 AM
Rainmaker
469,510
Dan & Laurie Pittsenbarger Team
Keller Williams Western Realty - Bellingham, WA
Lakeside & Coastal Single Family Homes

Everything but 4. Most of the time it's 1. But I must admit I have skimmed and commented on points that stuck out to me. And I have made at least one  comment based on the title. And sometimes when I'm feeling too much like a sheep, and I read a post that definitely has two sides and all the comments are simply agreeing with the poster, I will take up the "other" side just to keep the universe in balance.

Nov 27, 2016 07:16 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I reciprocate comments. I might stop commenting on some who have never commented on my posts 

Nov 27, 2016 07:06 AM
Rainmaker
1,027,602
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

If I weren't such a #1 Genuine commenter, I would have double the points...LOL...I just cannot comment on things I have not read.  Even if I read a post that leaves me, meh, uninspired, I still sit there and try to think of something thoughtful to say, even if it isn't easy. 

Nov 27, 2016 07:00 AM
Rainmaker
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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

I certainly try to be genuine.... and I always bottom line it!!!

Nov 27, 2016 06:27 AM
Rainmaker
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Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308
Stake Your Land Realty, Inc. - Eustis, FL
Broker/Owner, SFR®, e-PRO®, GRI, AHWD, REALTOR®

Good morning Debe,

There is only one way is to be Genuine otherwise is best no to say anything.

Nov 27, 2016 06:20 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Debe Maxwell 1. Genuine

Nov 27, 2016 06:17 AM
Rainmaker
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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Number one or pass to the next blog!

Nov 27, 2016 06:07 AM
Rainer
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Michael Thacker - Re/Max Real Estate Center - Louisville
Re/Max Real Estate Center - The Thacker Group - Louisville, KY
Your best friend who just happens to be a Realtor

1

Nov 27, 2016 05:50 AM
Rainmaker
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Debe Maxwell - most of the answer should be either genuine or superficial.

Though you can make out from the comment, isn't it?

Nov 26, 2016 10:39 PM