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A Quick Note to Thought Leaders

Posted on November 3 2009 by Eleanor

Prior to Lynchburg, Nannette Saunders told me, “It’s our job to get the people here, have a space and the equipment they need – the rest will work out!” We especially agree that this is true! We are hoping that some of you will decide to work as a panel, one attendee suggested that there could be a panel of “Success Stories We R Closing Deals from Online Marketing” suggesting that folks really want to hear from Agents who are really using these tools and closing deals!

Power Point Karaoke at Beer for Bloggers

Posted on October 30 2009 by Eleanor

We are going to participate in the Power Point Karaoke Challenge  Prize is $5000! 
We are going to play during Beer For Bloggers on Thursday, November 5th at RallyPoint Sports Bar, beginning at 7:00.  (We’ve assured Meredith that singing is not required! )  This is very much a form of Comedy Improv, and should be GREAT [...]

PARKING

Posted on October 30 2009 by Eleanor

We have been advised that parking with a group this size could be tricky if you get there late!
There are businesses on Realtor’s Way that “object” to us blocking driveways and taking parking spots from them – and apparently they TOW YOUR CAR!
Overflow parking for this Event is at Embassy Suites.  (The Event is the [...]

REBarCampRDU Committee

Posted on October 29 2009 by Eleanor

We are having one of the largest Real Estate BarCamps – and it’s definitely taken a large committee to put it together!  We figured you might like to know a little more about the folks who have been working around the clock since June to make this happen!

Amy Shair is a residential real estate broker [...]

Few Spots Left

Posted on October 28 2009 by Eleanor

At Noon today we are going to let people know that we only have a few seats left forREBarCampRDU, and then we are going to put folks on a “Waiting List!” Does this mean you won’t have a seat? NO!

A Few House Rules for REBarCampRDU

Posted on October 28 2009 by Eleanor

Yet, one of the coolest things about BarCamp is that it is a day to actually physically and emotionally ‘take off your logo’ and be a part of industry, not a company. To share ideas, best practices and learn from experts and other real estate associates in the industry for the betterment of your business and most importantly your clients.

Not an Expert?? Not a Problem!

Posted on October 17 2009 by Eleanor

In fact, we’ve said all along that if 300 come, we EXPECT 200+ of them to be “first time users.” Yes, this is an attendee lead event, however – that doesn’t mean that we are going to put you on the spot either! It means we are creating a forum so that if you have a question, it can be answered, and discussed…

A FEW of the Thought Leaders for REBCRDU

Posted on October 13 2009 by Eleanor

We are so excited about the folks who are coming to REBarCampRDU! We have confirmed literally dozens of folks who are coming to share and teach with us! We could have over 18 sessions during the day (with over 20 Thought Leaders!) – so there’s a TON of information that will be shared! Don’t forget to fill out the survey on what you want to talk about!

Where to Stay When You Come to REBCRDU

Posted on October 7 2009 by Eleanor

For those folks coming to REBCRDU from out of town… We’ve blocked off rooms at StudioPLUS Deluxe Studios off of Harrison Avenue in Cary, NC at a rate of $69.99 for Deluxe with sleeper sofa and $64.99 for a Queen standard room. Each room has a full kitchen!

Homes4NC Selected As REBCRDU’s Event Charity

Posted on October 7 2009 by Eleanor

We are happy to announce that Homes4NC, a North Carolina-based charity which focuses on putting low-income families into safe and affordable housing, will be receiving all of the remaining proceeds from RE BarCamp RDU. Homes4NC is an especially effective charity since every dollar donated is matched by local Boards of REALTORS® and put back into the housing industry.