Aaron Pugh

You probably know that inbound links are one of the best ways to increase traffic through your web site. This is true for 2 reasons. One reason is that there are more links to your web site for people to find. This is not the primary benefit of many inbound links however. The biggest benefit is the credit you get from a search engine standpoint and how the engine relays search results that contain your URL; this is your rank.

Look at it like this. You're debating on a restaurant. Aaron's restaurant has 50 positive reviews (links) versus 200 positive reviews (links) for Lundy's restaurant. Well just before you go to Lundy's restaurant, you read one of the reviews and find out that her reviews are from a diesel mechanic in Robertsdale, AL. Meanwhile Aaron's restaurant reviews are from different food critics in the area and when you search Google for the best restaurant to visit, Aaron's is at the top of the results and Lundy's is no where to be found. Lundy's restaurant has bad inbound links and probably bad food too.

Where am I going with all of this you ask. Quality links are what you are after. Links from sites that offer similar services are most beneficial.

Timing is another thing to watch out for. If you are on a link acquisition rampage and Google sees that you collected 42 new links in 30 minutes, they will probably think you bought them and diminish their collective quality. So pace yourself and add links slowly over time. Sucessful SEO campaigns are done over time through consistency and quality content.

If you have multiple web sites, as many of us do, you can't swap links between them all and just link everything together if you want the maximum SEO benefit. There is a technique called a "Link Wheel" that should be incorporated.

Understand what "no follow" links are. A no follow link is basically ignored by search engines. They are used primarily with larger sites. Facebook is a good example of a "no follow" site. In your link building campaigns, be sure to check whether the site is a no follow linking site.

If you are in real estate and have a site with a broad condo theme, I would be interested in discussing possible link exchanges with one of our sites. My primary site focuses on Gulf Shores, AL Condos.

Thanks for stopping by.

I started my business career as a plain and simple Realtor. When I started, things were slow and I quickly found I had nothing to do with the majority of my day. I mean there was free cell, solitaire, video poker etc. but instead, I began building my own web site. I simply couldn't afford to have a professional do it. I guess I took the road less traveled. No offense intended to other new Realtors that choose something different to try and drum up business.

You're doing the same thing and think you may have bitten off more than you can chew.....nonsense! You ARE up to the task and I may have something beneficial if your in the same toil I was in 2003. Yes you, the person that is still reading this because, you too, are in condo sales somewhere in the world, do your own web design / marketing and are interested in more business.

Something important to consider while planning a hostile take over for your areas internet traffic is Search Engine Optimization. This basically means planning your web site in a way that is most appealing to Search Engines (Google, Yahoo, MSN etc.). Here is the first suggestion.

Google provides approximately 75% of the ENTIRE Internets search results. In Laymans terms, 75% of all searches done on line use Google to provide results for your search regardless of whether you're using Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Safari or any one else. This should tell you that you are optimizing your site for Google and should proceed with all of your efforts keeping this in mind. All of the searches you make for fresh ideas and answers should be implemented for Google to acknowledge them.

Something imperative to incorporate in optimizing your site is unique reliable content. Quality content is probably the single most important characteristic of a great web site. Quality content can't be copied from some one else in order to use on your site......I mean can you copy an article from someone else to use on your site? Sure you can but Google knows and they don't like it. Don't get me wrong now, addresses and names of condo complexes for example and other things like this relevant in nature will obviously be reproduced. All I'm saying is enough of the copy/paste after the address and name. Don't continue to copy the entire summary and just smear it everywhere. If you're serious about your campaign, you must do things the right way.

Another important factor is structure. Your site and its pages should be titled properly with head tags used correctly. The images should all be named with key words and ALT tags used. There should be approximately 10% of your pages content dedicated to your pages theme. If you are selling sod, you would probably want words like grass, sod, fescue (that's for Les Miles....Roll Tide) etc. to constitute 10% of the overall word count.

Here is something else to think about. Yeah it's neat when you pull up a web site and a giant house is created from scratch in front of your very eyes. Next, a blinking neon banner "Use Aaron Pugh For All Of Your Real Estate Needs" floats across the screen in tow behind a single-engine Cessna. That’s cool alright and entirely possible, but slow to upload and while your potential client is watching the hour glass, they begin to drift. Not good. Yet another concern is compatibility. Not everyone has their browser configured to allow all of this graphic chaos to unfold and may need to install additional software. In most cases are you going to install software to find the phone number to Pizza Hut? No. I tell you all of that to tell you this....simple is not boring, it's informational and that's probably what they want.

These are a handful of tips for getting started. For many of you this may seem rudimentary. I intended this for those who are getting started. Maybe its been suggested by your web design company that you need a giant house created upon the loading of your site and this comes in handy. Here is the part where I invite those with a site similar to mine (which offers info for Gulf Shores Alabama Condos) to request a reciprocal link. Please understand that I have spent hundreds of hours of my time on this particular site and I have never sold a link and will not swap with everyone who asks. If you are interested, add your sites URL and I'll check it out. Thanks for stopping by.

Gulf Shores welcomes back the winter guests. Each year thousands of retired couples trade in white snow for the white beaches of the Gulf Coast. These retiree's are affectionately known as snowbirds. These snowbirds start migrating down in November staying anywhere from a month to several months, departing in the spring months giving way to the spring breakers.
Most of these snowbirds rent beach front condos, with others either renting homes or traveling and staying in their motor homes. They migrate down to the warmer more moderate temperatures to escape the bitter harsh winters of the Midwest and Canada. The majority are from states such as Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Despite renting by the month and at a much reduced rate, as compared to the spring/summer months, they are an integral part of the economy. During these non-peak months of the year, they provide the local businesses with much needed revenue. Businesses that may not survive otherwise. In addition, having these months occupied, it rounds out and increases rental revenues for rental companies and condominium owners alike.
For these condominium owners who rent their units, we have seen rental rates and occupancy increase over the past several years. Thus, making condos f or sale in Gulf Shores a great investment. Unlike areas such as the south Florida communities that have just a short window of time in which owners are able to rent their condos, the rental season for Gulf Shores' can average 260-325 days a year. It is a destination that investors can purchase a second home/investment property and actually "cash flow" it. Imagine owning a beach front condominium and have renters make your payments for you. It's an investment of love. An investment that appreciates over the time period it is being paid off. In the mean time, it is also providing the owner with a beautiful place to vacation (thus a second home).
Tourism is what makes the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach areas what they are today. Over the past 10 years we have seen many changes to our beach front community. Gulf Shores continues to grow and develop into one of the premiere vacation destinations in the entire country. As such, it also offers a unique community to live and work. Much has changed from the early days when this was nothing more than a "fishing" community. From the high rise condominiums along the beach to the infrastructure that continues to develop.
Now Gulf Shores offers amusement and water parks, arcades, parks, championship golf courses, a zoo, horseback riding, numerous restaurants and some of the best shopping anywhere. There is something for everyone. If fun in the sun is your cup of tea, Gulf Shores Condos sit on some of the prettiest beaches in the world. The beaches are sugar white sand that is made up of crushed quartz. There are less that 100 miles of this type of sand in the entire world. At the beach, the warm Gulf of Mexico waters make for great swimming. In addition, vacationers can enjoy diving and snorkeling, parasailing, jet skiing, boating and fishing or just basking in the sun. Gulf Shores offers numerous activities when the sun goes down as well. There are many unique restaurants ranging from seafood to theme restaurants. Visit one of our night clubs for dancing, or to listen to top bands. There is even an outdoor amphitheatre that draws in top music acts throughout the year as well.
Gulf Shores hosts many events throughout the year. In the spring there is the annual Mullet Toss that is hosted at the famous Florabama bar. This is a fish throwing contest that is hilarious to participate in or just watch. Also, over the past couple few years the Hangout in Gulf Shores hosts a music festival on the beach. This is 4 days of live music with several stages set up on the beach with music for most of the days and nights. In the Fall the biggest event of the year is the Shrimp Festival. Held the second week of October, this event is held at the "T" in Gulf Shores. It is offers crafts, food vendors and music. It is estimated that over 30,000 people come each year to be part of this event.

We have a lot of informational sites available. Whether you're looking to rent an Orange Beach, AL condo or maybe you are interested in Gulf Shores Real Estate or Orange Beach Real Estate we have all the details you will need to make well informed decisions concerning your Gulf Shores experience.

Today I thought I would add some content to my blog network in the form of - A few reasons to sell your
property using a real estate professional. Whether it's a home, condo, commercial land or building,
it's important to know all you can know. There are some really exciting things in here if you are considering
selling your real estate and want to better understand how marketing with a Realtor actually advertises your
property.


Getting the most for your home or property means doing more than putting a "For Sale" sign out
front. In a competitive market where new homes for sale are added daily, your listing needs to be
seen in a variety of places in order to maximize exposure. Sometimes the right buyer is waiting out of
state, or even in another country. A Realtor helps ensure your home gets noticed and sells without a hitch
for full market value. Consider working with a top professional as it could mean the difference
between no sale and the payoff you've been waiting for; selling your property.


We begin with a custom marketing plan. This consists of numerous outlets for immediate exposure in different
places whether it's a blog, a web site or quality links from top-ranking web sites.
Your real estate goes on line and it's in front of the right people. Get your home listed and talked about
everywhere, not just in the local paper and on your street. The internet is where your buyer WILL find your
home for sale and, if appealing to him and her, set an appointment to visit. Make sure your realtor handles
their internet marketing aggressively.

An important reason to use a Realtor is to take care of the paperwork and explain the things you may know little
about. This may seem insignificant, but the amount of documentation is similar to a mortgage package only
spread out in to different sets of hands. You'll want some one to discuss all facets of the sale, whether it's
home inspections, warranties, short sale documents or subjection clauses, the help of a real
estate professional is truly in your best interest.

As your agent, we quickly put together your custom marketing plan based around an effective price.
A well-priced home will often generate the best results. When your real estate is properly priced, it creates
interest and curiosity and this is what you're looking for.

Our market analysis takes in to account a multitude of considerations when basing a suggested list price.
In marketing your home, we also "advertise" the listing in a way that emphasizes its unique and sellable aspects.
Next, we put your home in front of thousands of buyers establishing it on the local MLS as well as broader
marketing campaigns such as new listings sheets and Realtor publications. Our network of professional real
estate contacts throughout the nation will also have the opportunity to check out your listing.


Without the help of a Realtor, marketing your home can be time consuming and difficult. Advertising in
the media is often expensive, and many buyers are reluctant to consider homes listed "For Sale by Owner."
When we list your home, we do so at no additional cost.

When you start to get offers, we represent your "best interest" during the emotionally charged negotiating
process and ensure you get the best price, with favorable closing terms that are clearly spelled out.


For most of us, our home is our biggest investment. In other words, personal importance of the results
is at a new level for most home sellers. When it's time to sell, get the value you deserve with the help
of a professional Realtor. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you found this brief article informing. While
this information is for anyone who may find it helpful, I can help with your Alabama Gulf Coast Real Estate needs in the
following markets: Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, AL Real Estate, Fairhope, AL Real Estate or Daphne, AL Real Estate.
Click the link for this Gulf Shores, AL Real Estate article in .pdf

There is something to be said about owning the nicest condo on the Gulf Coast. The definition of "nice" could also be in the eye of the beholder. I recently read an article about someone who paid over 3 million dollars in cash for a condo in Turquoise Place of Orange Beach, Alabama. I understand their need for a condo and the average buyer's needs are left and right field. They bought a second home and while a lot of condo sales in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are second home purchases, most buyers buy condos and need the income to help with the loan, plain and simple economics right?

This brings me to the reason I write this article today. Nice could mean "hey Aaron, which condo is going to bring me the best rental return at the lowest price?" I'm in real estate to answer this question. There are a handful of condos for sale in Orange Beach And Gulf Shores that are the best deals for these exact reasons. I spend my time discussing and speculating on local real estate. It's not so hard when you have the information (numbers) needed to determine which condos are the best investments.

We are in an informational era with all that we do. Everyone is connected to everyone at all times....the push of a button dials any one, any where. It's great if you find someone who actually knows what they are talking about, but a lot of the time it seems we get assistance from some one who's literally in another country trying to help us with something on another continent. Maybe I'm being a little dramatic, maybe not, but it's hard to find knowledgeable people that are easy to deal with and understand. If you are looking in to buying a condo in our area and need expert advice, I can help with your questions.

I have a web site that provides information for Gulf Shores Real Estate 24/7....yes it actually works harder than me. If you need numbers to make the best decision and I'm betting you do, give me a shout.

Thanks,

Aaron