What is Twitter?

Twitter is an information network. Millions of people use it to post Tweets, which are public, 140-­‐character status updates. They follow the Tweets of other people and brands to stay up-­‐to-­‐date on what’s happening. People Tweet about what the are doing. People Tweet about:

• Where they are going to

• What news article they are reading

• A song they are listening to

• The TV show they are watching

• What they are thinking

Twitter is also a communication and networking tool. Users can send direct, public messages from one user to another or direct private messages.

Why should we Be on Twitter?

Twitter is a remarkably effective communication tool for businesses.With Twitter, you can find current customers talking about your brand and potential customers talking about your industry. By engaging them in a conversation you can generate leads for your business and grow a community of evangelists who will tell their friends about your brand. You want to hear from your customers, and you customers want to hear from you on Twitter too.

People follow business Twitter accounts to hear company updates, special deals and to feel connected to a human voicebehind a brand that they love. We are discovering new uses for Twitter for business each day. Software companies resolve support issues via Twitter, local coffee houses take orders through Twitter, and some companies recruit talent by networking on Twitter. You can use Twitter to:

• Listen to what people are saying about your brand and industry

• Professional development: network with like-­‐minded peers in your field, see what articles they are reading and what conversations they are having

• Promote your content (blogs, webinars) and drive traffic to your website

• Share company news and special offers

• Generate buzz about an event

• Develop direct relationships with journalists

There is a very real purpose for your business to be on Twitter. Here is a video on how to get started on Twitter. Click Below

How To Set Up a Twitter Account

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Kristi Ballard is a Melbourne, Florida area residential Real Estate Expert, who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of Real Estate in Melbourne, Melbourne Beach, Satellite Beach, Cocoa Beach, Indialantic, Indian Harbor Beach, Viera, Suntree, Cape Canaveral, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cocoa, Port St. John, Rockledge, Central Florida or any place in the country. Kristi has created a team of professionals throughout Brevard County, Central Florida and the country to ensure that you enjoy a smooth transition to your new area. Please visit http://www.BrevardShortSaleExpert.com to Avoid Foreclosure / Short Sale Help http, or http://BrevardForeclosureRescue.com Our Websites http://www.CastlesByKris.com or http://www.CastlesByKrisTeam.com. If you’re a Buyer looking for Great Deals – http://www.orlandohousesharks.com. Please give me a call if you have questions about the Brevard County, Florida and Central Florida real estate market. P.S. If you are listing your home as a short sale in Brevard, Orange, Seminole, Lake or Osceola County Florida and Brevard County, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbor Beach, Cocoa, Port St. John, Viera, Rockledge, Orlando, East Orlando, St. Cloud, Davenport, Clermont, Longwood, Windermere, Winter Garden, Kissimmee, Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Apopka, Lake Mary, Oviedo or Ocoee Florida make sure you hire an agent who knows how to do short sales and has the experience to get the job done. We are doing successful short sale packages. The short sale process is complicated and we can help simplify it. Contact us....Call us at 321-305-3636 or email at kris@castlesbykris.com to find out more about Brevard or Orange County Short Sales, Melbourne or Orlando Area Short Sales.

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WASHINGTON – Aug. 2, 2011 – One of every six real estate professionals reported in June having signed contracts canceled before closing – which is up from one in 25 the month prior, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR).

The average cancellation rate for the past 16 months has been between 8 percent and 10 percent.

Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist, says possible culprits could be lowball appraisals and tightened mortgage-underwriting rules. Some real estate professionals also point to lawmakers’ indecision on the national debt ceiling the last few weeks. They also point to short sales-related cancellations due to buyer frustration because of the lengthy process or, in the end, banks not approving the short sales at all.

And some real estate professionals say that buyers simply have just gotten more picky.

Home inspections often turn up some problems in homes, but “lately buyers seem to be holding out for perfection,” says Jessika Mayer, manager of professional development at Coldwell Banker Plaza Real Estate in Wichita, Kan. She says that minor problems surface during an inspection, and buyers once allowed them to pass – but they’re now derailing deals as buyers demand replacements, repairs and price discounts.

It is imperative at this point in time in real estate to do your homework when choosing a Realtor to work with. Not just anybody will do in today's market. Your Realtor should know the market in and out and be able to navigate both buyers and sellers through today's tough market. If a Realtor is always busy, thats a good sign...you don't just want to go with whoever can show you right now, chances are they are inexperienced and don't know how to get you what you want and get the deal done. Take the time to find a professional who you will be able to rely on!

Source: “Home Buyer Contracts Falling Apart,” The Real Deal (July 29, 2011), Kenneth Harney

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Kristi Ballard is a Melbourne, FL Area Residential Real Estate Expert, who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of Real Estate in Melbourne, Melbourne Beach, Satellite Beach, Cocoa Beach, Indialantic, Indian Harbor Beach, Viera, Suntree, Cape Canaveral, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cocoa, Port St. John, Rockledge, Central Florida or any place in the country. Kristi has created a team of professionals throughout Brevard County, Central Florida and the country to ensure that you enjoy a smooth transition to your new area. Please visit: Avoid Foreclosure / Short Sale Help http://BrevardShortSaleExpert.com, or http://BrevardForeclosureRescue.com. Our Website http://www.CastlesByKris.com or http://www.CastlesByKrisTeam.com , If you’re a Buyer looking for Great Deals. Please give me a call if you have questions about the Brevard County, Florida and Central Florida real estate market. P.S. If you are listing your home as a short sale in Brevard, Orange, Seminole, Lake or Osceola County Florida and Brevard County, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbor Beach, Cocoa, Port St. John, Viera, Rockledge, Orlando, East Orlando, St. Cloud, Davenport, Clermont, Longwood, Windermere, Winter Garden, Kissimmee, Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Apopka, Lake Mary, Oviedo or Ocoee Florida make sure you hire an agent who knows how to do short sales and has the experience to get the job done. We are doing successful short sale packages. The short sale process is complicated and we can help simplify it. Call us at 321-305-3636 or email at Kris@CastlesByKris.com to find out more about Brevard or Orange County Short Sales, Melbourne or Orlando Area Short Sales.

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Kristi Ballard is a Melbourne, FL Area Residential Real Estate Expert, who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of Real Estate in Melbourne, Melbourne Beach, Satellite Beach, Cocoa Beach, Indialantic, Indian Harbor Beach, Viera, Suntree, Cape Canaveral, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cocoa, Port St. John, Rockledge, Central Florida or any place in the country. Kristi has created a team of professionals throughout Brevard County, Central Florida and the country to ensure that you enjoy a smooth transition to your new area. Please visit: Avoid Foreclosure / Short Sale Help http://BrevardShortSaleExpert.com, or http://BrevardForeclosureRescue.com. Our Website http://www.CastlesByKris.com. If you’re a Buyer looking for Great Deals Please CONTACT US if you have questions about the Brevard County, Florida and Central Florida real estate market. P.S. If you are listing your home as a short sale in Brevard, Orange, Seminole, Lake or Osceola County Florida and Brevard County, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbor Beach, Cocoa, Port St. John, Viera, Rockledge, Orlando, East Orlando, St. Cloud, Davenport, Clermont, Longwood, Windermere, Winter Garden, Kissimmee, Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Apopka, Lake Mary, Oviedo or Ocoee Florida make sure you hire an agent who knows how to do short sales and has the experience to get the job done. We are doing successful short sale packages. The short sale process is complicated and we can help simplify it. Call us at 321-305-3636 or email at ballardkristi@gmail.com to find out more about Brevard or Orange County Short Sales, Melbourne or Orlando Area Short Sales.