October 10th, 2014

October 10, 2014

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In This Issue: Page Tips for Capturing Clients 4 5 Terms Clients Don’t Understand 5 CMN Doughraiser at UNO’s 6-7 Featured Agent 8 Top 10 Individuals YTD 10 Top Teams YTD 11 Tech Corner 14 5 Hot Home Décor Trends for Fall 17 Is Your FP Circuit Breaker Panel Safe? 19 Pinterest 25 Awards Recognition 27 – 29 What’s going on Brevard 31 - 32 Birthdays & Anniversaries 33 Property Management Division 34 Supporting Staff 35

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How many days left until....

21 days until Halloween

47 days until Thanksgiving

76 days until Kwanzaa

74 shopping day until Christmas

67 days until Hanukkah

75 days until Christmas

72 days until Winter Solstice

82 days until New Year’s eve

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Children’s Miracle Network Fundraiser at UNO’s. Thank you everyone for your support.

We raised $5,588 ~ WAY TO GO!!!

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Please welcome our newest agent

Alvin “Al� Rosado Al moved to Brevard County, from Northern California, in 2003 after a brief visit the previous year.

He loves the weather, beaches, the close proximity to virtually everything and most importantly, the people.

He has over 30 years of sales experience in the automotive service industry and began his Real Estate career in 2003.

Al’s hobbies are fishing, kayaking, target shooting, cooking and dining out to name just a few. He regularly attend services at Calvary Chapel Viera where he also volunteers in the Kid's Ministry with 1st and 2nd graders.

He is able to help both buyers and sellers in all aspects of residential sales and especially enjoys working with first time buyers and those who are relocating to the area. As your Realtor Al will provide you with the personal and professional services you deserve.

You can contact Al via cell 321-508-0898 or email: alrosadorealtor@gmail.com

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Prestige Title of Brevard has the knowledge, experience, and resources to get your real estate transaction closed. So whether you’re a buyer, seller, mortgage broker, lending institution, or real estate professional we want to be your preferred title insurance provider of choice!

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Congratulations to Our Top 10 Individuals YTD as of August 2014

#1 Silvia Mozer $10,726,700 44 Transactions

#4 Pat Murphey $5,458,100 26 Transactions

#7 Sue Tillman $3,371,500 19 Transactions

#2 Karen Osiniak $9,199,347 27 Transactions

#5 Theresa Friend $3,580,000 16 Transactions

#8 Peggy Penridge $2,640,000 14 Transactions

#9 Melinda Corns $ 2,330,200 12 Transactions

#3 Steve Vitani $6,257,909 21 Transactions

#6 Linda Weir-Reiss $3,548,480 19 Transactions

#10 Dee Dee Sheffield $2,567,500 7 Transactions BrevardElite.com

Congratulations to Our Top Teams YTD as of August 2014

#1 McCoyFreeman Group $20,099,000 74 Transactions

#4 Joy Frankel Team $10,710,982 53 Transactions

#7 Kuhns Realty Group $7,224,885 43 Transactions

#2 Coastal Estate Team $17,359,115 55 Transactions

#5 Barclay Group $9,701,500 35 Transactions

#8 Romano Team $6,104,519 23 Transactions

#3 Platinum Realty Group $14,640,802 78 Transactions

#6 321 Team $7,225,239 38 Transactions

#9 Central Florida Team $2,758,820 24 Transactions BrevardElite.com

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How a video ‘blueprint’ can save you time, money

By now, virtually every agent understands the value of incorporating video into the marketing of their listings. But, before you run out and hit that record button, be sure to begin with your end goal in mind.

Unlike the notorious phrase, “Shoot first, ask questions later,” preplanning — in other words, asking questions first, THEN shooting (in the video sense) — will reap great dividends. And by dividends, I mean increasing the likelihood that the video will be shared on social media and have people watching it longer — and as a result, you’ll generate more leads.

Just like building a quality house, it takes a blueprint to produce a truly effective video presentation. The same is true with what I’ll call the “video architecture” of a home tour. The most common mistake I see on a daily basis are videos that needlessly run incredibly long, all due to lack of preplanning.

Imagine what would happen if you asked a construction company to build you a home, without a blueprint to give to them that outlined what the desired outcome was to be. You’d probably end up with the Leaning Tower of Pisa, in addition to spending about four times the

money and man-hours required for such a construction project. That being said, your blueprint should consist of three things: (No. 1) a shot list; (No. 2) a script that is based off of your desired video shots; and (No. 3) a storyboard to tie it all together.

While you may have a short docudrama of a video in mind — and while the property features may be worthy — keep in mind that the average viewer will start to tune out after about 80-90 seconds.

Preplanning will help you stick to this length or less.

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5 Hot Home Decor Trends for Fall No matter what your budget, there’s a trend to fit. Whether you hire an interior designer for a professional update, or hit the flea markets for an ontrend item or two, home décor is hot this fall.

1. Heavy Metal Metal is making a comeback with everything from brass bathtubs, to stainless steel table bases, to tin backsplashes. Metal wall art, tabletop objects and bold picture frames are simple ways to try this trend without making a big commitment. Be careful not to overload on metallic, but a pop of shine here and there can take a room from drab to dramatic.

2. Light Wood Dark wood has taken center stage for years. This fall, the pendulum on this trend swings the other way and lighter wood is making a comeback. An easy entry into this trend is a light wood accent chair. Available everywhere from high-end home stores to garage sales, light wood is making its way back into homes across the country.3. Brighten up With Blue Blues are back for fall and the hottest shade is turquoise. It’s a bold choice, but when done right it can brighten any room. From an accent wall, to bedding, to small appliances, turquoise is everywhere. Go big and paint an entire room, or start small with throw pillows. No matter where you incorporate turquoise, you can’t go wrong with this trend.

4. Pantone’s Predictions Every year Pantone®predicts the hottest color palette. This year the choices are bold, and incorporating pops of color here and there in your home is simple.

Colors include Radiant Orchid, Royal Blue, Aluminum and Aurora Red to name a few. Using one, or several of Pantone’s predictions can bring warmth and vibrancy into your home this fall.

5. Softer Black and White Black and white have always been home design staples. This fall, the trend is toward softening these two hues. In their purest form, black and white can both be bold choices, but softening either turns a room from shocking to soothing. Whether it’s on the walls, upholstering the sofa or accenting a bathroom, try a softer side of black and white.

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Is your Federal Pacific circuit breaker panel safe?

Your electric panel ensures your home’s electrical safety, but is it safe? If your home was built between 1950 and 1990 and is equipped with a Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) panel with Stab-Lok circuit breakers, you run a significant risk of breaker malfunction and fire.

The breakers inside the panel are designed to guard your home’s electrical system against circuit overload, short circuits and outside power surges coming into the panel. When an overload occurs, a breaker protects you by tripping, thus shutting down the power to the circuit. However, if a breaker is defective or not operating properly, the risk of fire to the panel and consequently to your home becomes imminent.

Multiple tests done on the breakers since the 1980s have proven that one in four Stab-Lok breakers will be defective and not properly trip off. Unfortunately, when the testing began in the early 1980s, a New Jersey court later ruled that FPE committed testing fraud and a cover-up, labeling the breakers as meeting the standards set by the UL when in reality, they were defective.

In 1983, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closed its two-year investigation and felt it impossible to create a product recall at the time because of budget issues, even as Federal Pacific panels and breakers continued to be installed in millions of homes that to this day still run the risk of an electrical fire. An estimated 2,800 fires each year directly result from Federal Pacific panel breaker malfunction. Federal Pacific Electric has been out of business for many years, but the danger and damage caused by their negligence continues.

Do you have a Federal Pacific panel?

If you own a home between 23 and 63 years old, check your breaker box. A Federal Pacific panel will usually have its name or logo on the front cover. Inside, you will find the name Stab-Lok printed near the center or side of the panel. The intact breakers will have the signature red strip that runs across the front.

If you find you do have a Federal Pacific panel or Stab-Lok breakers, call a licensed electrician in your area for further information regarding replacement.

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2014 Awards Recognition

Andy & Abby Barclay

Silvia Mozer

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2014 Awards Recognition

Karen Osiniak

Jean Hanson

Joy Frankel

Bobby Freeman & Jennifer McCoy

Linda Weir-Reiss

Pat Murphey

Brad Kuhns

Marilyn Pinkerman

Sue Tillman

Barbara Lyn

Melinda Corns

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Steve Romano

Steve Vitani

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Dee Dee Sheffield

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What’s going on Brevard….

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Pink Heals Festival Wednesday October 15th 4-8 PM Location: Wickham Park Pavillion Pink Heals Tour Festival is making its First Annual stop in Brevard on their National Tour!

Family entertainment, children’s obstacle course, bounce house, and much more!!

For more information contact Sherry Palmer at 321.474-6900 or e-mail SherryPalmer@BreastFriends.org We are also having a 2 mile walk/run.

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Al Rosado – 10/03 Steve Romano – 10/8 Steve Vitani – 10/8 Jason McDaniel - 10/10 Susie Graham – 10/13 Karen Osiniak – 10/19 Bridget Sentz – 10/30

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Lisi Ross - 7 years Barb Mihalik – 5 years Diane Macaya – 2 years Mark Lewin – 7 years Dee Dee Sheffield – 1 year BrevardElite.com

Our Property Management Division Your clients can fill out their credit application and pay online. It’s easy and menu driven. If you have any questions please call Sheryl at 321-863-7824 (cell) or 321-775-8122 (office). She will be happy to tell you all about it.

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