You will never have to pay to be listed as a top neighbor. Period. That important detail clarified, let's discuss how we arrive at two "top neighbors" for a given region:
Localism is a bustling collection of hyper-local communities, and the top neighbors should reflect those members who are most active. When ranking users in a given region, several factors are considered. To get your foot in the proverbial door, you need to have posted at least one "Localism" article or photo for the region.
The very best way to quickly rise to #1 is to post high-quality local content. Unlike the vast majority of "community" sites that rely on dry automatic algorithms, Localism employs a team of crack editors who approve the best content. Having your posts and photos consistently approved will massively tilt the scales in your favor.
"Legacy" content is also considered when ranking top neighbors. We don't want to leave the early adopters of Localism in the cold, and we're working hard to process that backlog.
What doesn't count toward the top neighbor ranking? ActiveRain points and community sponsorships. The top neighbor spots will always go to the most active members in a region. We want to create a level playing field that encourages the growth of communities — talent and dedication are required to win the day.
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Orlando FL - 9/26/2008 - Foreclosure Specialist Erik Hansen
When it comes to the Orlando Real Estate Market, foreclosures are everywhere and the banks are overwhelmed with trying to sell them at a fast rate! In order to find the best deals, you need to work with someone who knows what the banks are looking for. There are over 100 banks that have properties (REOs) on their books, which makes it difficult to know the requirements of each bank/lender. The best you can hope for is to find someone that works for the banks to help sell these REOs (Real Estate Owned = Foreclosed Property). That's where I come in. I have recently joined a foreclosure team that is hired by the banks to sell their REOs and foreclosured/bank owned properties. We have weekly meetings to stay updated on the special requirements of each bank. This gives us an advantage over the average Realtor who does not have the relationship with these banks.
If you are interested in purchasing a foreclosure property in the Orlando area, give me a call so we can discuss the opportunities available to you. My contact info is below and I am always available to answer your questions about foreclosures, short sales and distressed properties! Many of these bank owned properties are in excellent condition and ready to move in!
Here are a few advantages to working with our Foreclosure Team at Keller Williams Realty:
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