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My answers depend on the question asked. And my mood. Plus a meteor shower or two.
This section is quick. It has given me the opporturnity to "meet" some members I may not have encountered otherwise. I'm not much of a fan of long questions or those with multiple parts.
This forum has a membership that is quite knowledgeable. And clever too. I believe I have gained an insight of people who I might readily refer as well as those I have eliminated from ever wanting to have any interaction.
There is certainly an element of silliness here as well as some very thoughtful questions and answers. It's good. Not perfect. But good. I like it overall.
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Greg Large
Grove City, OH
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Olga Simoncelli
New Fairfield, CT
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Ryan Huggins - Thousan...
Thousand Oaks, CA
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Kartik Subramaniam
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Wayne Zuhl
Cranford, NJ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
6,774,263
Not point driven, and get so tired of people saying that.
I think it is a place for people to blow off a bit of steam, visit a bit, and perhaps learn something from time to time.
Basic water cooler activity.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Ryan Huggins - Thousan...
Thousand Oaks, CA
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Kartik Subramaniam
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
1,772,017
You get what you give.
If it is a good question people will help you out.
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Kartik Subramaniam
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Wayne Zuhl
Cranford, NJ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
5,396,452
It's both point driven and has valuable comments/advice. And you just never know when you find a little gem of an answer. Also a nice way to build rapport with fellow Rainers. The points are simply icing on the cake.
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Greg Large
Grove City, OH
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Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
2,443,346
Yes, I do believe it has value. I have asked questions I want to know the answer to.
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Larry Johnston
Elkhart, IN
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Tony and Suzanne Marri...
Scottsdale, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
1,643,563
I read and answer the good questions. I give valuable answers. I come here to learn and most of the time I do. There are occasional silly or funny questions and I answer in kind if the mood strikes me. Overall I think most post here to grow, some for points and a few to spam.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
3,988,144
Some questions have great value and the comments are excellent and a learning experience.
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge, CO
393,153
I find the Q & A section to fun and sometimes very informative. Depends upon the question.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Anna Hatridge
Farmington, MO
5,774,106
John,
It depends, some are point driven, and some are not. Personally, we try to give the best answers possibile. I really don't keep score. I would rather pet my cat or go for a walk. A
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
2,820,193
I think there is a mix. Some of the answers are outstanding, some mediocre and some poor. Yes, I do learn a lot here.
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
1,546,934
I give my answers an 11 on a scale of 1-10! I find this section fun, relaxing and worthwhile. It's how I got known initially and how I've met... umm... well everyone I've met on AR. It's also the reason I joined as a paying member.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,466,257
John DL Arendsen Hopefully my answers are productive and can add some value. I've learned quite a few things on this forum. As far as points go, do get points for doing this?
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,759,537
It has the value of allowing me to unwind from the seriousness of commenting on blog posts.
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,014,838
I see some very good answers, I like the points as well :)
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Jessie Cochran
Panama City, FL
2,874,398
RATE: Similar to visiting with the local market. Something for everyone there
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Richard Alan Naggar
Riverside, CA
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,875,618
There are many people that actually give great answers & try to help.
There are others that I don't think even read the question but give an obscure answer.
I've asked technical questions & really didn't get much help but then I'm not sure this is the correct forum for that & went to FB for help.
Just the other day I checked out domain costs from answers here as I think people are getting ripped off big time by GoDaddy.
There was also a good post on how to legally proceed on a grey area which also gets you thinking. How would I handle this in my area?
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
2,618,371
I've only asked a few questions myself, and the answers were incredibly helpful.
I find there is usually a mix of real questions and just chatty questions. It's all good.
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
1,157,847
Many of the Q and A have great value. I would not be here otherwise.
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
5,205,781
It's a mixed bag. Sometimes there are terrific questions with some great learning
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
2,234,865
I think it's mixed....some are going for the points and others are seeking information and interaction with other members.
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
321,664
It's mixed information and fun questions with a variety of answers. Similisr to socialization at the office.
I've gotten many great answers when I'm in a jam or curious. John DL Arendsen For some it may be point driven. Notice many members offer Q & A's that have no need for points.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
3,986,529
This section is both fun adn informational...I have gained much knowledge form both serious and not so serious questions
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
1,525,616
I find some interesting things in the Q/A section.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
291,019
I appreciate all answers and replies, whether they were a one-liner, one paragraph, or one word. These days I have not asked many questions, though I have in the past, and it seems now I'm responding back to other's questions John DL Arendsen! When I have asked questions, people were very informative and I learned from their input. I also enjoyed getting to know people in a different way, and saw a sense of humor, as well as experience and knowledge that was shared. When I give an answer, I try to go from my personal experience and/or what I have seen happen as being part of a Team. I probably write more than I should (I should keep it brief), though I do think about the question and answer it to the best of my ability, or I move on!
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge, CO
5,585,039
it's usually well worth it.... some of it is entertaining.... most of it is sharing of quality information that is used to help with my marketing....
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
3,448,581
I honestly cannot say it any better than Michael Jacobs - I have identified some folks I do not want any interaction with.
Point driven? Not enough points to drive the Q&A engine here.
I commented on your post as well.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
5,184,314
Serious questions get serious answers
Just for fun questions get just for fun answers
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,395,083
Oftentimes, I receive lots of good feedback quickly. That's helpful.
The point grubbers are easy to spot and frustrate me.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
1,658,108
As depend largely on the Q. Some questions are really great, most are not as interesting.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
3,764,591
I think it's point driven with occasional excellent advice.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Anna Hatridge
Farmington, MO
634,582
I agree with Michael Jacobs and Bob Crane. And I have learned a lot from participating here.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
930,535
I don't think most are point driven. Many are just for fun, while some seek real information. Some are admittedly pretty inane as are the answers. Vast subject here. If a Q is serious and I feel I have a helpful answer, I respond in as much detail as possible given the forum.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
232,119
Overall, I find them fairly informative myself - and yes, I do like the points as well
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
4,434,277
I have learned from the answers to many questions posted by others. I do not ask many questions.
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,618,024
I very much enjoy this section. I am able to ask questions to receive great feedback.
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
4,273,331
I think it is more point driven now.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge, CO
1,280,948
I do my best to ask relavant questions to help my business, or make connections with other members. I also do my best to give relavant responses. As far as rating the responses I get...it's hit or miss, so are great and thoughtful, others not as much. I'd give it an overal 6.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
2,719,053
683,132
Q&A is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. Often I leave thinking if you want better answers, ask better questions, and that's all I've got to say about that. If people are on Q&A for points, in my opinion they are truly scraping for every point they can get, cause there isn't much to gain from that. Personally, I come to learn and contribute if I think I have something of value to add.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
5,293,200
Some of it is great advice and other like just NO to a question is a waste.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
5,566,031
My firend Noah Seidenberg summed it up well!
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,513,143
Most would be a D-!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
8,244,220
This is a points driven section. I would prefer to see quality rather than quantity.
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John DL Arendsen
Leucadia, CA
3,074,716