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Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I don't belong to all that many groups and post to a few of them, but that's it. And I rarely go to a group to read posts. At the end of the day, I post mostly for the "public" and not AR members, which is what the groups support.

Feb 19, 2017 03:31 AM
Rainmaker
151,633
Julie Larson Realtor® Sarasota FL 941-284-9826
White Sands Realty Group FL | 941-284-9826 | Serving Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties - Sarasota, FL
When you're thinking of moving...ThinkSuncoast.com

What would be the purpose of your group, Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers? Would it be a place to share aerial photos or discuss their use? 

Feb 19, 2017 03:35 AM
Ambassador
5,229,328
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I use them and I say, go for it - and it sounds like a great group to follow too, Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers!

Feb 19, 2017 07:16 PM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers The idea behind groups is a good one. Being able to share ideas among members who have something in common is a good one. For me there are not enough hours in the day to participate in like minded groups.

Feb 19, 2017 06:25 AM
Rainmaker
2,182,502
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

There are still a number of interesting Groups that have not bowed their knee to mediocrity  !!!

Feb 19, 2017 04:58 AM
Rainmaker
1,844,171
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Yep, I just don't see the need. I did join Kathleen Daniels Market Report Group though.

Feb 19, 2017 04:56 AM
Rainmaker
4,333,622
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Not a priority, and never check them out...

Feb 19, 2017 04:55 AM
Rainmaker
823,579
Susan Laxson CRS
Palm Properties - La Quinta, CA
Realtor in San Diego, CA & Naples, FL

I haven't checked out the groups that I follow in years. I think that AR has evolved and groups aren't a priority for many. I think Q & A has become the new group of diverse topics.

Feb 19, 2017 04:25 AM
Rainmaker
4,571,881
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

I just checked and I belong to about 100 groups yet I post to about a handful of them on a regular basis and rarely go to look there for a post to read. Should you decide to create a new group, good luck.   

Feb 19, 2017 04:01 AM
Ambassador
6,392,899
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

If we could actually Search for a specific group they they would be much more useful and it would probably pare the list down to about 1/8th of this number once the duplicate were found.

Unfortunately finding a specific group is about as easy as finding a specific fish in the lake.  and Most people just dont have time for that.

Feb 19, 2017 06:45 PM
Rainmaker
5,005,333
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

I belong to a number of groups but have to admit I don't go there to read posts..maybe I should pay more attention!

Feb 19, 2017 04:24 PM
Rainmaker
536,943
Rose Mary Justice
Synergy Realty Pros - Dandridge, TN
Synergy Realty Pros

There is just enoug time in the day to read all I would like to so I don't go there any more.

Feb 19, 2017 02:59 PM
Ambassador
3,587,835
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Tony if you create a group you have to work it on a daily basis or it will wither or fall by the wayside like most groups have done.

Feb 19, 2017 02:26 PM
Rainmaker
679,404
Diana Dahlberg
1 Month Realty - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Real Estate in Kenosha, WI since 1994 262-308-3563

I joined a few groups but don't totally understand the purpose.  I posted one or two blogs and posted into the groups and then was told that was not the appropriate thing to do.  So, confused, I have decided not to use groups.

Feb 19, 2017 02:25 PM
Ambassador
5,048,728
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

I have weeded out a number of groups I have been a member of since I never use them. I seem to post to only a few but never go to the groups to search for reading - not sure if many Rainers do. I think, however, there ARE some key groups that interest people and are used.

Feb 19, 2017 11:11 AM
Rainmaker
4,160,035
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers In the past, I was active with the group. Photography and Videography will be a good group to participate.

Feb 19, 2017 09:07 AM
Ambassador
1,452,669
Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

I used to belong to many but rarely post to them these days and never intentionally visit them.  I think they served their purpose back in the day.

Feb 19, 2017 08:40 AM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

I agree with Bob "RealMan" Timm  Give it a shot.  Your topic is specific enough.  Some groups are non specific and aren't moderated.  It's worth giving it a try.

Feb 19, 2017 08:37 AM
Rainmaker
2,390,010
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I say give it a shot and see who jumps on board Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers 

Feb 19, 2017 08:13 AM
Rainmaker
2,220,323
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

Parked and reading

Feb 19, 2017 06:23 AM
Rainer
213,263
Dennis Swartz
Full Circle Property Management - Columbus, OH
MBA, GRI...experience counts!

I belong to several but see no value in belonging.

Feb 19, 2017 06:14 AM
Rainer
505,742
Noel Mayer
Upper Montclair Weichert Realtors - Montclair, NJ
YOU WILL BE RIGHT AT HOME WITH NOEL !

Thank you,

Not sure but I visited  the ActiveRain Groups Tab today

 

Feb 19, 2017 05:14 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I really don't have a grasp of what good groups do here in 'the Rain'.

Feb 19, 2017 05:12 AM
Rainmaker
3,340,443
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

I have not used them in a long long time...but there are some people devoted to them...nothing to lose by trying.

Feb 19, 2017 05:11 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

7,409.

A count above 13 is too many.

It is your good fortune that your group name may begin with an "A."

 

Feb 19, 2017 05:11 AM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

There needs to be a purge since some groups get lost in the white noise.

Feb 19, 2017 04:40 AM
Rainmaker
1,197,022
Peter Mohylsky, Beach Expert
PMI. Destin - Miramar Beach, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

I don't t use the groups but would love reading more about videos. 

Feb 19, 2017 04:30 AM
Ambassador
2,435,974
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I keep forgetting that I'm in groups! 

Feb 19, 2017 04:22 AM
Rainmaker
2,462,740
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

I post to a handful of groups on a regular basis and manage one (Facebook Fridays). The content I share in the groups is geared towards the membership not consumers.

Feb 19, 2017 04:14 AM
Rainmaker
3,626,530
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

I started 4 however, only a limited few had joined so I don't use them anymore. 

Feb 19, 2017 04:10 AM
Rainer
27,808
Jim McCord
Keller Williams Pinnacle Group - Cincinnati, OH
#1 Best Selling Author & Real Estate Coach

Aerial photography is a HUGE part of my real estate business... Just made this video yesterday sharing how I list luxury homes with the use of drone photography... Aerial Photograhy and the "First Photo"

Feb 22, 2017 05:31 AM
Rainmaker
1,502,868
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

There are only so many hours in the day that I can spend on AR.  Groups is just too much.

Feb 20, 2017 09:41 AM
Rainmaker
989,652
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

I have not used them in years - good luck though

Feb 20, 2017 05:57 AM
Rainmaker
7,835,293
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I would focus on more effective activities.

Feb 20, 2017 05:33 AM
Rainmaker
599,274
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

I just don't see people using them enough.

Feb 19, 2017 09:53 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers - I am sure some groups are more successful than others.

As long as group members make it interesting, it should be fine,

Feb 19, 2017 09:46 PM
Rainmaker
4,272,548
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I would join.

Feb 19, 2017 08:41 PM
Rainmaker
1,746,165
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

I like the idea of it, but don't know if anyone uses the groups feature anymore.  If you do make the group, please invite me to join.

Feb 19, 2017 07:42 PM
Ambassador
2,684,009
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

   If your Group will help you establish a network of like-minded photogs, then go for it!

Feb 19, 2017 06:56 PM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

How many of the groups are active?

Feb 19, 2017 05:17 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

There may be a few people that will check it out.

Feb 19, 2017 03:22 PM
Rainmaker
900,008
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

The groups are not organized or cataloged; there are many redundancies. Their usefulness has been a topic for some time now.

Feb 19, 2017 01:55 PM
Rainmaker
1,622,432
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I had no idea we have so many groups. I wonder how many of them are active. Probably not that many? 

Feb 19, 2017 01:24 PM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

It sounds like far too many groups.

Feb 19, 2017 01:14 PM
Rainmaker
1,390,113
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

We belong to several groups, post to a few with some frequency, but, to be honest, I don't see the value in them.

Feb 19, 2017 11:23 AM
Rainmaker
440,556
Shirley Coomer
Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living - Phoenix, AZ
Realtor, Keller Williams Realty, Phoenix Az

Wow!  That is a lot of groups!!

Feb 19, 2017 11:04 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

I have my 3 or 4  favorite groups...I use them for all narratives that I write....not listing posts....

 

Feb 19, 2017 10:21 AM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Tony,

I don't think those groups are significant.  A

Feb 19, 2017 09:22 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,013
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

The different groups are as birds of a feather that band together

Feb 19, 2017 08:42 AM
Ambassador
3,344,906
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I still post to groups most of the time.  However I am not active in any group. 

Feb 19, 2017 08:29 AM
Rainmaker
4,935,556
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

I have only 40 groups if that I look at.

 

Feb 19, 2017 08:23 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I do not use groups.

Feb 19, 2017 08:06 AM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I use groups every day, I always post to the same 7 or so and when time allows, i like checking the groups for blogs i may have missed

Feb 19, 2017 07:43 AM
Rainmaker
577,750
Gloria Valvasori, Accredited Senior Agent
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE SIGNATURE SERVICE - Mississauga, ON
REAL Experience | REAL Commitment | REAL Results!

I don't belong to any of the groups and rarely read them or post any on them.

Feb 19, 2017 07:06 AM
Rainmaker
1,543,235
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

I use them, 99% of my posts, but I only hear back from 2-3 ever of the 20 I joined. Bananatude is alive & kicking and so is one of my CA Groups and Old Farts must be getting older because they chime in rarely but still do.

Feb 19, 2017 06:54 AM
Rainmaker
1,157,785
FN LN
Toronto, ON

I have not used the groups feature in years due to the programming design limitations which limited their usefulness.

Feb 19, 2017 06:53 AM
Rainmaker
781,674
Jill Sackler
Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc. 516-575-7500 - Long Beach, NY
LI South Shore Real Estate - Broker Associate

Maybe it's time to get rid of the groups. I even forgot that in the beginning I would go to there to read and comment.

Mar 20, 2017 05:32 PM