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 Failure isn’t a sign of defeat—it’s a necessary step in the journey of growth, often disguised as a challenge. Embracing discomfort means you're moving forward, not backward.​​Daily Tip:​ Reflect on one recent failure and write down what it taught you—then take one small step today using that lesson. ​Rate App Feature of the Day:Release tension and reset your system with this gentle breathwork session. Reduce headache symptoms and calm your mind in just a few minutes. https://z6u9c.app.link/1YQfJI8pByb  #MondayMinfulness #DailyPositivity #DailyPositivity2025 #PositivityQuote #PositivityQuotes #GuaranteedRate #Mortgage #MortgageLender #Atlanta #AtlantaMortgage #AlabamaMortgage #ArizonaMortgage #ArkansasMortgage #CaliforniaMortgage #ColoradoMortgage #FloridaMortgage #GeorgiaMortgage #Ind... 06/09/2025

Cul-de-sac Dollhouse Minutes to the Beach OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescription $269,900 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Full Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,794 sqftLot: 0.21 acre(s)Year Built: 1997MLS #: 2512102 Location 131 Goodale Dr.Longs, SC 29568USA MIRELA MONTE BUYERS' CHOICE REALTY(843) 251-2378MyrtleBeachConnection@gmail.com       Listed by: Buyers' Choice Realty Our recent listings  Subscribe to our listing feed See more Longs, SC real estate for sale 06/03/2025

San Mateo, CA:IRS Installment Agreements: How to handle more tax debt!I recently had a question from a client that comes in frequently:Question: What happens if you are on an IRS installment agreement (payment plan) and you incur more tax debt from a recently filed tax return?Answer:  Nothing good happens when you incur more tax debt!One of the terms you agree to when establishing an installment agreement with the IRS is that you will timely pay any "new" tax balances due.  New balances often occur when you file your current year tax return and you owe the IRS money.  The IRS DOES NOT want you to continue to owe money year after year (often referred to as "pyramiding" tax liability).  The goal is to have enough federal taxes withheld from your paycheck OR make estimated payments quarter... 06/03/2025

I am still surprised when I overhear people make crazy untrue statements aboutthe Reverse Mortgage Loan. Most older people and their potential heirs should know about this loan. It is a LOAN. Like all loans it has loan rules and like all loans there is a population that this loan serves. Why do I like the Reverse Mortgage Loan ? Because it really helps people. A long time ago I got into lending because I liked to help people. In the days I started most people qualified to buy a home. I bought my first home on an FHA loan with $750 down payment when I was 22 years old. I was married, did not earn a lot of money, my wife did not work and we had a child. Life was so full of hope. Today for most people that hope is no more and at least I can help the older generation stay in their home, whe... 06/03/2025

I don't sell a lot of real estate but I sell enough to know what to do and what not to do, and what is good and what is not good. Many times I have spent days helping to declutter and clean up. Most Realtors have horror stories and I have those as well. I sold a home in San Jose to a couple and after 10 years they made that home a rental and moved out of the area. I also sold them the new house. They found renters for their San Jose home and for seven years the renters paid the rent perfectly on time and never had a complaint. The sellers decided to sell and asked to meet me at the property. Oh My ! They had not seen the home in seven years and the renters were hoarders and worse. The renters moved out and it took three large (high and driveway size) dumpsters to clean out the back yard... 06/03/2025

I’ve always been drawn to articles, reports, studies, etc. that deal with human behavior. Maybe I should have been a psychologist. Or maybe that aspect is what makes the real estate profession so interesting – and challenging: the opportunity to deal with many different personality types and figure out the best approach.A recent article with a provocative title discusses a term I hadn’t heard: ‘echoist’.The article begins by noting that Narcissism ― the personality disorder that’s been a mainstay in pop psychology for decades now ― gets its name from Narcissus, a hunter from Greek mythology who was so handsome, he fell in love with his own image reflected in a pool of water.But talk about the Narcissus myth and narcissism, includes a character ― and an accompanying psychological term ― ... 06/03/2025

  Join us for an exclusive look at this charming home in a prime location! 📅 Date: Friday, June 7🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM👋 Hosted By: Rocky Clark Come explore the beautiful interior, spacious yard, and ideal layout of this Eastmoor gem. Whether you're house-hunting or just curious, we’d love to see you there! 📞 For more info, contact Listing Agent Erik Hiss📧 erikhiss@gmail.com | 📱 614-431-1770  #OpenHouse #ColumbusRealEstate #EastmoorLiving #HissJacksonAdvantage #KWCapitalPartners #DreamHome #RealEstateColumbus 06/03/2025

Divorce Splitting House and Heart Divorce is tough and selling a house can add to the stress. An ill-timed sale may lead to financial difficulties and prolong the process. With a bit of thought and support, you can get through it. Before putting up a "For Sale" sign, make sure to give your divorce decree to your real estate agent. This document outlines who makes decisions regarding the sale, the listing price, and who is responsible for repairs. Without it, your agent could be lost, so it’s important to share this right away.When choosing a real estate agent for a divorce sale, look for someone who is experienced, patient, and calm to help maintain a peaceful atmosphere during this emotionally charged time. They can provide support while you navigate the process.Taking care of your hom... 06/07/2025

When I post a rental house, I put I will accept one medium size dog and I like to meet the dog beforehand. The last set of tenants, three friends that moved in together had a dog and two "comfort" animals.In Tulsa, a landlord is not allowed to collect a deposit for a "comfort animal" and is not allowed to refuse one, or two in this case..... It states, however, that the tenant is still responsible to make sure the dog doesn't damage the house.When I did the final walkthrough two days ago, the tenants said that the carpet had been shampooed but the house had a strong animal odor and there were several visible pet stains near the front door.When I tried to show the house a couple of weeks ago, it smelled and was very messy. The tenants were busy with finals or work or something and the ho... 06/03/2025

Technology changes at a rapid pace.Back in my Navy days, there were no digital cameras.  You didn't know what your pictures looked like until you finished a whole role and sent them out for developing and printing.  As we're getting closer to our big move, we're verifying what to keep, what to donate, and what to toss, and among the things I'm finding are stacks of photos from my days at Annapolis and my time in the Fleet.  Our scanner is black and white, so if I want color, I can use my phone to take a picture and crop it down to just the photo. (and the guy in the picture?  Had no idea he'd spend decades helping people buy and sell homes!)When I look at the earliest versions of our real estate websites, calling it simplistic is being kind.  Just the bare bones, although even then we h... 06/03/2025

The DM Gallery - A Vision My vision for the ActiveRain Points Store is to establish The DM Gallery, named for the initials of our last names – mine (Dowler) and my wife’s (Meckes), alphabetical of course! The feature photo, part of our collection, is a large oil on canvas (using a palette knife) by Antonio Di Vacarro, a view of Positano on the Amalfi coast of Italy. I believe the painting is from the 1990s. We are both art lovers and have been collectors for many years, plus have past experience of running a successful art gallery (yes, we made money which can be a challenge in the art business!) in Cambridge MA from January 2002 through December 2004 before relocating to California. The vision for this particular art gallery is a bit unique. In order to offer opportunities to new and e... 06/02/2025

"Meeting up with friends is the real souvenir of the road."This month’s ActiveRain Point Store Challenge is right up my alley... or should I say highway?My dream isn’t a new one, but it’s a dream that never grows old: I'm planning to hit the open road once again to reconnect with the wonderful people who make this community feel like family. Some of you I’ve met before (and can’t wait to see again), and some are still faces on Zoom screens or in the comments section of my blog posts , just waiting to become real-life handshakes and hugs.So, I'm spending my precious, hard-earned ActiveRain Points on:* Fuel to power the engine* Oil changes and maybe new tires * A few hotel nights, for the times I'm not lucky enough to be hosted by generous Rainers who open their homes and their hearts* Tr... 06/09/2025

Open House: Sunday, June 8 | 1:00–3:00 PMWelcome to your new one-story home nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in Columbus, OH! This home is move-in ready with thoughtful updates and plenty of charm both inside and out.🔑 Property Highlights: Brand new luxury vinyl flooring and molding throughout Updated kitchen cabinets with a fresh, clean look Sun-drenched Florida Room perfect for year-round enjoyment Spacious, fully fenced yard with stone patio and fire pit Outdoor storage shed for tools and garden gear Stackable washer/dryer included with the home Private carport provides covered parking inside the fenced yard This property is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for low-maintenance living with great outdoor space. The Florida Room and fire pit create the per... 06/02/2025

"A journey is best measured in friends, not miles." — Tim CahillI've said it before, and I'll say it again: One of the things I love most about ActiveRain is how it transforms online connections into real-world friendships... friendships that feel like they've always existed, even if you've just met face-to-face for the first time. Sunday evening, I had the pleasure of meeting Kat Palmiotti and her husband, Anthony, right here in Wenatchee! They were on their way to Western Washington. Anthony said the purpose of the trip was to be sure the Pacific Ocean is still there. I assured him it was, but he insisted on going anyway. I know they are both looking forward to exploring some of the state of Washington. Coming from Montana and entering the state from the east side, they will see signi... 06/03/2025

We're living through a period marked by uncertainty, change, and emotional strain, whether it’s global conflicts, climate challenges, economic pressures, personal losses, or mental health struggles. Nearly everyone carries invisible wounds from something.   Ernest Hemingway’s quote, “The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places,” speaks to the idea that adversity is inevitable, but it also has the power to forge strength and resilience in those who endure. In today’s world, this quote feels especially timely. We're living through a period marked by uncertainty, change, and emotional strain, whether it’s global conflicts, climate challenges, economic pressures, personal losses, or mental health struggles. Nearly everyone carries invisible wounds from som... 06/09/2025

Ernest Hemingway’s quote, “The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places,” speaks to the idea that adversity is inevitable, but it also has the power to forge strength and resilience in those who endure.In today’s world, this quote feels especially timely. We're living through a period marked by uncertainty, change, and emotional strain, whether it’s global conflicts, climate challenges, economic pressures, personal losses, or mental health struggles. Nearly everyone carries invisible wounds from something. Yet, what Hemingway suggests is that these hardships don't necessarily destroy us. Instead, they can deepen our character, increase our empathy, and give us strength in the very places where we once felt most fragile.For example, communities that have... 06/02/2025

Zillow is predicting a decrease in San Jose home values of 4.8% by March 2026. That is a $72,000 drop in value for a median priced San Jose home.The median home price in San Jose, California is around $1.5 million. This makes it the most expensive city to buy a home in the United States among the 50 most populous cities, according to the San José Spotlight. The median home price in San Jose has been trending up, with a 3.9% increase year-over-year according to Realtor.com. An increase or decrease is good for some and not good for others. San Jose has what I call a 'wealthtax' on homes that sell above $2,000,000. Until a couple of years ago the City imposed a transfertax of $3.30 per $1,000 of the sales price for all sales. So a $2,00,000 sale would generate a transfer tax of $6,600. Now... 06/01/2025

The June ActiveRain Challenge is all about you, your dreams and what you would like to create in life and business.     The June ActiveRain Challenge is all about you, your dreams and what you would like to create in life and business.  And that is exactly why we're opening the ActiveRain Point Store, to pack a punch to those points you've worked so hard to earn!   If you're newer to our community you may not know about the ActiveRain Point Store.  The  ActiveRain POINT STORE is an 'imaginary store' that pops up every now and again in the rain.  Over the years we've had a lot of fun bidding on Point Store 'offerings' and having fun with what our points can buy 🤣.  All fictional folks!    This month, the ActiveRainPoint Store Challenge starts June 1st and ends at midnight on June 30th PS... 06/06/2025

 Good afternoon and hello again from my home office in Cottage Grove, MN.  Sharing Tim's Time Outs a day early and excited to share two milestones of mine:  Today I am celebrating 23 years Cancer FREE!! and have been a licensed Realtor in this area for 28 years!   THE WAY TO PERSIST   If you want your actions to have a powerful effect, repeat them.  Breakthroughs come much more often from persistence than from brilliance.   The way to persist is to remind yourself of this.  It's not what has already happened that matters most, but rather what you do next.  The way to persist is to focus on your purpose, on what you have chosen to achieve, and on what you can do about it right now.  Look not at the past disappointments, but at the current possibilities.  Persistence isn't complicated, or... 06/01/2025

Mission Inn is a well-known resort community in Lake County, Florida! This lovely condo will soon have a new owner!There are more condos for sale! I can help find your dream condo or single family home!  Move Right In To This Mission Inn Resort Condo OverviewMapsPhotosFeatures $244,900 Condominium Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 Full Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,297 sqft Location 706 Santa Cruz LaneHowey In The Hills, FLUSA Dee Toohey Innovative Realty Solutions Group(407) 421-7915deetoohey@aol.comhttp://www.innovativeregroup.com        Listed by: Innovative Realty Solutions Group Our recent listings  Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale 06/01/2025