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What’s in a Name? Fun Facts For December
01
Dec
By Liz Bucher
Holidays ,

What’s in a Name? Fun Facts For December

THE NAME Do you ever wonder where the names of the month come from? December got its name from the Latin word decem (meaning ten) because it was originally the tenth month of the year. Later, the months of January and February were created out of the days that had no months and they were added to the beginning of the calendar, but December retained its name. BIRTHSTONE The traditional birthstone for November is the yellow topaz. The yellow topaz is a jewel that represents empathy and serenity. Topaz is a stone of nobility, love, passion, purpose and also symbolizes friendship. HOLIDAYS There…
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Tips for Social Media Success
30
Nov
By Liz Bucher
Social Media

Tips for Social Media Success

If we took a look at a few decades back we would not see an emphasis on social media platforms, in fact, most did not exist. These platforms include Facebook, YouTube Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Twitter etc. and all of these these platforms have become a great source of digital marketing for businesses of all sizes. Whether it's engaging posts or video content, almost every business has opted for social media marketing as an effective way to attract potential clients. The most common reason for choosing these social media platforms is that they are free to use in terms of…
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It’s Already November! What’s Happening This Month?
01
Nov
By Mikel Erdman
Newsletter, Thanksgiving, Trivia ,

It’s Already November! What’s Happening This Month?

It’s already November! I hope all of you had a fun and safe Halloween and are looking forward to stuffing yourselves at Thanksgiving toward the end of the month. But before we get there, I want to let you in on a few other important (or not?) things that are happening this month… First and foremost I want to say thank you to all of our Veteran clients and friends, and also the families of everyone who has served our country. This is more important than ever and as a Veteran myself, I hold my brothers and sisters in arms…
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What’s in the Name? The Meaning of November
01
Nov
By Liz Bucher
Thanksgiving, Trivia ,

What’s in the Name? The Meaning of November

THE NAME Do you ever wonder where the names of the month come from? November derives from the Latin root novem- meaning “nine,” because in the Roman calendar there were only 10 months in the year, and November was indeed the ninth month. November marks the point in the year when the cold begins to set in. November’s adjectival form, Novemberish, means “dreary,” BIRTHSTONE The traditional birthstone for November is the yellow topaz, The yellow topaz is a jewel that represents empathy and serenity. Topaz is a stone of nobility, love, passion, purpose and also symbolizes friendship.. HOLIDAYS There are 2 major holidays that we celebrate in November. Veteran’s Day…
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What’s the Purpose of Blogging For Your Business?
01
Nov
By Liz Bucher
Blogging , ,

What’s the Purpose of Blogging For Your Business?

The purpose of business blogging is to get you and your company in front of the right leads. You want to be found on the internet and show up in the number one position when someone Googles the service you provide and beat the competition. To accomplish this, blogging is of the utmost importance, whether your business is online, or you have a brick-and-mortar business. Here is why. Blogging builds evidence and trust.  Blogging is a visible way to showcase your knowledge of the services you provide and show potential clients why you are the industry expert in your area.…
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Ways You Can Give Back to Your Community
01
Nov
By Liz Bucher
Newsletter

Ways You Can Give Back to Your Community

The 2021 season for giving is officially here. As a real estate or mortgage professional, now is the perfect time to think about ways to give back to your community. Giving back will not only make you feel great, but in all honesty, it’s also a great marketing technique. Active community involvement provides an excellent opportunity to network. Here are some ideas on how to make a difference in your local community. Stand Up for Kids Stand up for kids is a national non-profit organization dedicated to helping kids and live by their  slogan “Helping one life at a time.”…
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