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Lessons from a Snail Trail #in

03-13-12
Barry Owen
Barry Owen: Real Estate Trainer in Nashville, TN

Walking the dog this morning and glanced at the pavement. The sun was just rising and offered an interesting mural of patterns in the heavy dew,

I studied this Particular trail and noted only 2 straight lines . . . assuming one entry and one exit. This snail was on his/her way to somewhere and got distracted.

Perhaps “Drunk” on whatever it is that snails drink . . .

Maybe just enjoying a nice “swim” in the dew.

At great peril (These tracks are on the entrance to our street) . . . Snails don’t typically move quickly.

If you were to consider your path . . . perhaps from an aerial view . . . would it resemble this?

By no means am I belittling the fine skill required to meander aimlessly – We ALL need some of this in our lives on a regular basis.

Some meandering is very intentional (Vacations, Days Off) . . . Some less intentional – “not on Purpose” as in Mental departure from the matters at hand . . . Failing to show up and be present.

It’s that “not on purpose” meandering that I think is most perilous. The more we practice this kind of meandering, the “better”, we get at it!

Sometimes it’s “caused”by Social Media distractions . . . or TV . . . or conspiring friends or work associates.

The bottom line is that it IS a choice of ours . . . We CHOOSE to meander . . . It’s not something that “Just happens” or that other people do to us.

I think this snail “Gets” it and CHOSE to play in the street . . . Then went on about his/her business as evidenced by the 2nd straight line :-)

FOCUS when it’s time to FOCUS . . .

Meander when it’s time to meander . . .

Be Intentional in all cses,

Just sayin’

Best,

b

Monday Morning Coffee – Human “Apps” #in

03-12-12
Barry Owen
Barry Owen: Real Estate Trainer in Nashville, TN

I’m an “App!”

You’re an “App!”

Everyone’s an “App App!”

We’re ALL “Apps!”

So . . . What’s an “App?”

(Stay with me here – There’s a lot of ‘splainin’ to do before I get to the REAL point :-) )

From WIKI: “Application software, also called an App, is computer software designed to help the user to perform specific tasks.

Apps may be bundled with the computer and its system software, or may be published separately. Some users are satisfied with the bundled apps (Generalists) and need never install one (Hire a Specialist).

Application software is contrasted with system software which manages and integrates a computer’s capabilities, but typically do not directly apply them in the performance of tasks that benefit the user. The system software serves the application, which in turn serves the user.

Similar relationships apply in other fields. For example, a shopping mall does not provide the merchandise a shopper is seeking, but provides space and services for retailers that serve the shopper.

Application software (App) applies the power of a particular computing platform or system software to a particular purpose.

A killer application is any computer program that is so necessary or desirable that it proves the core value of some larger technology”

Seth Godin wrote: “A great ______ is worth thirty times as much as a good one. Which means that hiring a good programmer in a competitive field is a killer error.”

The above is a whole lot of words to make the point that one of the best things we can do for ourselves personally & professionally is to LEVERAGE our time and energy.

The best form of leverage is an aggregation “Human Killer Apps” in the form of GREAT Specialists to fulfill our needs (and wants) the FIRST time (Without error).

The flip side of that coin relates to who YOU are and what YOU do . . .

Are you a Highly Specialized Killer APP?

These aren’t easy shoes to fill, but remember what Seth said: “A great ______ is worth thirty times as much as a good one!”

I’d be remiss if I didn’t insert a plug here for Myself and Pareto Realty . . .

I strive every day for myself to BE that “Killer App” for all things real estate for Home Buyers and sellers in Middle Tennessee . . . and for Pareto Realty (The Home of “The Vital Few”) to be the “Killer App” for our associates – We are collectively here to positively influence our community.

“Great!” is our standard.

Hoping you’ll contact me if you (or anyone you know) is contemplating a move.

Just sayin’

Best,

b

Candidacy? #in

03-10-12
Barry Owen
Barry Owen: Real Estate Trainer in Nashville, TN

This morning, I announced (on Facebook) my candidacy for President of the USA.

“So . . . I was thinking about running for President this year – Is it too late to enter the race? My qualifications? hmmm – I’m not a Millionaire – Born in the USA – Served 12 years in the Military – Small Business owner – Know a few things about Building Community and helping people self-organize around resolving conflicting issues . . . Have NEVER held a political position of any kind (not part of the “Establishment in DC”). I haven’t formed a campaign committee or done any fund raising whatsoever . . . Don’t have a passel of friends who want to form a super-pac – I have plenty of opinions and understand the value of consistent persistence and listening to other folk’s opinions and ideas – and I care very much about the preservation of the United States of America and our Freedom and way of life. I understand “success through OTHERS” – Don’t think I’ll claim a party – That would require slogging through the remainder of the “Primaries” – YUCK! Let’s just do it this way – Just write me in on your ballot :-)

We’re going to run this campaign virally . . . mainly because we’re not funded.

I’ll travel anywhere for “Town Hall Meetings” . . . but don’t expect a bus and an entourage . . . and I’ll need a place to stay and couple of meals . . . Perhaps some “running money” for fuel.

This’ll be an “Old School Campaign”

Of course – This is all tongue in cheek.

How could I POSSIBLY think that this PREPOSTEROUS initiative could grow legs and become reality?

There IS a point . . . At what point is an innovative idea and/or approach absurd?

Who is ANYONE to judge my (or anyone’s) goal and aspirations?

Anything IS possible . . .

and . . . You could decide to go “There” TOMORROW (Wherever your “There” is) . . . and as long as you BELIEVE that it’s possible . . . Your idea will move forward.

Succumb to doubt and ridicule by the masses, and the party’ll be over.

So . . . How ’bout it?

Will you write me in?

What’s YOUR BIG HAIRY IDEA?

It all begins with a single choice . . . To believe enough in yourself to take action.

I’ll scratch your back if you’ll scratch mine :-)

Just sayin’

Best,

b

Nashville Home Sales for February 2012

03-09-12
Larry Brewer
Larry   Brewer: Real Estate Agent in Nashville, TN

Nashville homeNashville home sales increase again in February with 1,515 closings reported for the month compared to 1134 sales in February of 2011 an increase of 33.6 percent. Year to date Nashville hone sales are up 29.4 percent increase compared to the first two months of 2011.

  • 1251 Nashville homes sold in February compared to 951 last year and increase of 32 percent
  • 128 Nashville condossold this year compared to 112 last year and increase of 14 percent
  • the median price of Nashville homes sold was $159,900 compared to $169,900 last year
  • the median price of Nashville condos was $145,000 compared to $132,000 last year
  • inventory level of Nashville real estate diminished from 20,997 last year to 18,271 this year a reduction of 15 percent

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Showing properties 1 - 50 of 500+. See more city of Nashville real estate.
(all data current as of 3/9/2012)

  1. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,638 sq ft
    Lot size: 7,405 sq ft
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  2. 3 beds, 3 full baths
    Home size: 2,435 sq ft
    Lot size: 7,840 sq ft
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  3. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,740 sq ft
    Lot size: 19,602 sq ft
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  4. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,140 sq ft
    Lot size: 11,325 sq ft
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  6. 5 beds, 4 full, 2 part baths
    Home size: 5,632 sq ft
    Lot size: 30,927 sq ft
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  7. 3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,723 sq ft
    Lot size: 9,583 sq ft
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  8. 4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,545 sq ft
    Lot size: 9,583 sq ft
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  9. 6 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths
    Home size: 5,912 sq ft
    Lot size: 2.00 ac
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  10. 4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,403 sq ft
    Lot size: 10,890 sq ft
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  11. 2 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,704 sq ft
    Lot size: 14,810 sq ft
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  12. 5 beds, 4 full baths
    Home size: 3,434 sq ft
    Lot size: 10,890 sq ft
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  13. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,776 sq ft
    Lot size: 6,534 sq ft
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  14. 3 beds, 1 full bath
    Home size: 1,710 sq ft
    Lot size: 33.00 ac
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  15. 4 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
    Home size: 3,100 sq ft
    Lot size: 13.20 ac
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  16. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,900 sq ft
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  17. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 3,951 sq ft
    Lot size: 11,325 sq ft
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  18. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,926 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,306 sq ft
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  19. 4 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 1,769 sq ft
    Lot size: 15,246 sq ft
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  20. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 2,030 sq ft
    Lot size: 24,829 sq ft
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  21. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Home size: 2,518 sq ft
    Lot size: 8,712 sq ft
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McKay’s Used Bookstore Bigger and Better than Ever!

Connie Harvey Realtor Nashville TN Real Estate: Real Estate Agent in Brentwood, TN

McKay Used Bookstore Bigger and Better than Ever!

The New Store will open Saturday, March 10th at 9am! McKay Used Books & CDs

McKay's recently closed their Charlotte Pike store to move to their new, much larger, location at 636 Old Hickory Blvd in the Bellevue area. McKay's first opened in Nashville in the fall of 2007. It is the largest used books and music store in the Middle Tennessee area.

Known locally, just as McKay's, McKay Used Books & CDs buys, sells, and trades books, CDs, and DVDs. Vinyl is making a huge comeback and this is the place to find those Oldies but Goodies!

Store details:

McKay Used Books & CDs

636 Old Hickory Blvd

615-353-2595

Hours:

9am-9pm Monday through Thursday

9am-10pm Friday and Saturday

11am-7pm Sunday