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Dec. 27, 2006 - End of The Year Tax Strategies

End of The Year Tax Tips
Disclaimer :>) Talk you your tax accountant to see if these tips apply to your situation
 
1. Maximize Expenses
This week, purchase everything you will be needing for your office. I usually will stock up on ink for the printer, buy a case or two of paper, etc. If you are thinking of a new computer or camera, now is a good time to do that.
  • You could sign up for educational courses (become an e-PRO, a SRS or a ACRE) 
  • You could prepay Virtual Assistant services.
  • Pay your WCR, CRS, or other Dues for 2007
  • Pre-Register for Conferences you know you will be attending
  • Or for Coaching (I offer clients a 10% discount on prepay as well-so they save on my services and save taxes)
  • Take a look at your business plan and budget for 2007....(WHAT?????You don't have a plan yet? For $20 you can get my Awesome Year Plan, and several other cool tools AND have the $20 be donated to CARE). ...and prepay or purchase things like postcards or other marketing materials. Some advertising media, like Homes magazines, will give you a prepay discount
 
AND>>>>This is a business expenses and the biggest GANGA out there! We have 4 more sets of Matthew Ferrara's Get Smart Program plus 12 months of Tech Support! (worth$500 and generously donated) that will be given to the next 4 people who buy the $150 Premium package for CARE(which is already worth $588)
 
2. Give to Charity and Maximize Tax Credits
Every state has different credits available. Ask your tax accountant. Here in Arizona, we can donate $1000 to private schools and it gives me a chance to support Lily's school! We can also give $400 to the public schools.
In addition in most states there are some energy credits that apply (we got a new hot water heater that is more energy efficient!)
If you've had a great year (or even would just feel good to spread around a little of what you have) and can put some of your largess back into the world...consider a donation to CARE or some other group that resonates with you. Giving back primes the Law of Attraction pump!
 
Some Opportunities To Be Beyond Ordinary in 2007
1. Are You Working Broker/Owner? Get great ideas and support by becoming part of this Mastermind Group. We have openings for 4 more people. Only $85 per month. Email me if you are interested and we'll see if it is a fit.
 
2. Twice Monthly Coaching Group For only $85, you can be part of a small group coaching program that will keep you accountable and on the cutting edge in 2007.Completely interactive and limited to 20 people, this group will provide structure, ideas and tools.  For more information, or to register click here
 
3. Time for you to have a coach? I offer a no obligation 30 minute sample coaching call if you think you are ready to have a personal coach and create a life that is beyond ordinary in 2007! I have 4 openings. Email or call me if you'd like to set an appointment to see if your needs and my services are a fit!!!
 
Wishing you the BEST YEAR EVER in 2007!  Let's have some fun, kick some *ss and THRIVE!
To echo WCR.............Are You Ready????????????
 
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Dec. 27, 2006 - Vision AND Action!

"Vision without action is merely a dream.
Action without vision just passes the time.
Vision with action can change the world."
Joel Barker
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Dec. 22, 2006 - The CARE BlogStop Today is with Shelly Slovin at his Southern California Home Blog

His blog does a great job of providing information for home buyers and for those folks that are relocating. You'll benefit from the real estate resources and tips found here. 

I am excited to visiting today. Shelly just played The Real Estate Game last month and was generous in sharing tips with other players! An all round nice  guy! He'd sure be my agent of choice if I lived in Southern California! Go visit his blog today and you too can play with us. The Virtual champagne is chilled!

Thanks, Shelly for being a great host!
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Dec. 21, 2006 - The CARE Whistle Stop Today is at the Northern VA Real Estate Notes Blog hosted by Julie Emery

I am excited to be in the Northern Virginia, DC area this morning. I grew up in Baltimore, so it looks like "home" as I knew it as a kid! What fun.

And, I am excited to be visiting Julie Emery whose blog,Northern VA Real Estate Notes is an ongoing dialog on real estate news, opinion and trends in Northern Virginia and the greater Piedmont area. She's keeping folks up to date on that is going on in her market and how it fits with the national trends and doing a darn good job!
Thanks, Julie for welcoming me on this Blogstop!

We are spreading the word about ways to make a difference this Holiday Season and I am heartened by the warm response from Julie and the others who have been part of the Tour to give back! My love to you all!!!
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Dec. 20, 2006 - The CARE Whistle Stop Today is Nevada hosted by Chris Shouse

I am so excited to be visiting Chris Shouse today at her blog, Nevada 

She welcomed me with a perfectly chilled bottle of Virtual Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Rose Vintage 1996, served in an Orefors crystal flute, with FRESH Pacific Oysters and Shrimp flown in for the occasion!!! Additionally, she had a bath be drawn prior to my arrival, with champagne caress bubbles and bath oil.

How much better can it get????

Well, if you go visit Chris, you'll see....

she is the person you want to educate you about travel in Nevada and beyond!

And, speaking of travel, if you have missed any of our stops so far...you can still go visit:

FRI    12.09.2006 -- Born To Blog  (host Frances Flynn Thorsen)
WED 12.13.2006 -- Wynne's Realty Blog (host Wynne Achatz)
TUE   12.12.2006 -- Get Known Now (host Suzanne Falter-Barnes) 

FRI    12.15.2006    Women, Art, Life: Weaving It All Together (host, Tammy Vitale)
TUES 12.19.2006 -- Luxury Clues (host, Bernice Ross, Ph.D., MCC)
TUE   12.19.2006 -- Michael Trust Realty (host, Michael Trust)

You have 10 more days to make charitable contributions for 2006...

and even a little means a lot!
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Dec. 19, 2006 - The CARE Whistle Stop Today is at Michael Trust's Blog

Are we having fun yet!!!! I sure am. It is so inspiring to know the committment that the real estate community has to giving back. Today's BLOG stop at the Michael Trust Realty Blog gives you a look at an expert in real estate!
Michael blog offers extremely relevant information to assist consumers in make great choices.

Michael actually has FOUR Blogs, each with a different bent.

Take a look at all of them (and leave him some comments!):

http://activerain.com/blogs/mtrust - Michael Trust Active Rain Blog
http://wwwmichaeltrustrealty.blogspot.com/ - Michael Trust on Blogger
http://www.myspace.com/losangelesrealestateagent - Michael Trust on Myspace.com

Go take a look today and join in the fun with us!
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Dec. 18, 2006 - The CARE Whistle Stop Today is at Luxury Clues Blog hosted by Bernice Ross, Ph.D., MCC

Bernice is  a class act and so it is no wonder that her blog carries through and delivers!

If you've never been to www.LuxuryClues.com, you are in for a real treat.

It is THE blog for real estate agents who represent the most luxurious properties in the world. Whether you're an experienced veteran or an eager newbie, they'll help you learn the Language of Wealth (tm) as well as what's hot and what's not in the upper echelons. Posts include timely training tips, updates on the statistics you need to know, as well as strategies for providing the stellar service ultra wealthy clients require.

Any, even if you are just a wannabe at this point, they say you become who you hang around...so shouldn't you be hanging around with luxury???
Have fun-go visit www.LuxuryClues.com today! I am!!!!
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Dec. 15, 2006 - If it's FRI 12.15.2006, Tammy Vitale's Blog is the CARE Stop!

Today we are visiting talented artist  Tammy Vitale. Go see her website Women, Art, Life: Weaving It All Together as well as her blog. Tammy is offering some of her piecs specifically to help the CARE Challenge. What a neat, and talented lady. And she's an Aries, just like me!!!! A little fire energy going around today!!!

 
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Dec. 14, 2006 - A Wonderful Day

Laughter is an instant vacation. — Milton Berle

"It is only when we know and understand that we have a limited time on earth - and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up that we begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had."Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Are you having a wonderful day??????
It's up to you!!!!
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Dec. 12, 2006 - If it's TUES 12.12.2006, Suzanne Falter- Barns Blog is the CARE Stop!

We are stopping today to Get Known NOW!!!! It is TUE   12.12.2006 -- Get Known Now (host Suzanne Falter-Barnes)  Suzanne Falter-Barns teaches people how to define, brand and package their online presence … so they can attract national media. She’s got 18 years of experience in New York media and marketing, and has built her own successful online business – you’ll find insider tips here you won’t find anywhere else. Check out her blog at www.getknownnowblog.com and her extensive personal and group coaching programs.

Drop by her blog for  fresh, funny and very painless tips on how to get known now. It's at www.getknownnowblog.com

Today, join Suzanne Falter-Barns and blog expert and author Andy Wibbels for a 1-hour demo and Q & A on how to take advantage of the powerful free blogging package WordPress.

Tuesday, December 12       4pm Eastern

Register for the call here: http://www.getknownnow.com/andy.html

And if you can't make it we will be providing a recording of the class (but you need to register in order to receive the recording).

Thanks, Suzanne for the hospitality!!!!
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