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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

Are Real Estate Agents Useless?

Are Real Estate Agents Useless? Real Estate agents can be helpful but sometimes they can be useless. You’re a smart person, and in this post you will dis

What is a Real Estate Agent?

Real estate agents are licensed professionals who get compensated for representing buyers and sellers in property transactions.

Will Real Estate Agents Be Gone in the Future?

Some real estate agents are worried that they will soon be obsolete.

Tips for Finding a Quality Real Estate Agent

The real estate agent you choose to buy or sell a home can make a huge difference in the experience. Working with a good real estate agent can make the

FSBO or Professional Real Estate Agent?

The possibility of “saving” on Realtor commission might sound appealing to those interested in selling their home, but a real estate agent has the background and experience to make the sale of your home more successful. A huge amount of time, marketing and effort goes into selling a home. Plus, it’s

Video Ideas for Real Estate Agents

As a real estate agent, you’ve heard that video is the way of the future of lead generation. Becoming an expert, a local celebrity, is an effective way to draw in new clients. People who know you from seeing your face will know that they want to work with you before they’ve even met you.  Not s...

Will Real Estate Agents Become Obsolete?

Similar to stock brokers feeling queasy over job security with the advent of online trading, real estate agents' roles are expected to change amid consumer savvy real estate sites.

How Much is a Real Estate Agents Commission?

Do you know how much a real estate agent's commission is when selling a home? See what to know about a Realtor's commission at Active Rain.

How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?

Most homesellers use the services of a real estate agent to find a buyer. Typically, this service will be paid

Tips for finding good real estate agents

Make sure that you choose the right real estate agent because if you do not, then it could...

19 Essential Tips for New Real Estate Agents

From learning how to obtain your real estate license to building a database and finding accountability, these are some of the essential tips that can help new real estate agents succeed in their markets.

Finding the Right Real Estate Agent

There are several factors that I took into consideration when looking for the right real estate agent.

Are you dating a real estate agent?

Is your partner quick-thinking, astute and self-motivated? Is he working as a real estate agent?