Networking; one of the most important business builders

Networking is so important in growing your business.  Everyone that you meet may become a potential client or reference.  So, attending networking events to grow your personal network is critical to your success.  That is why I attended morning business meetings, participate in Chamber of Commerce events, and Young Professionals meetings. If you are looking to grow your network, on Wednesday, September
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Looking to Network with other Young Professionals?

Networking For Professionals presents PHILADELPHIA SHAKERS AND STIRRERS BUSINESS NETWORKING MIXER Wednesday 15th September 2010 Hosted by Kevin Toll Where?  Tavern 17, 220 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 When? 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Wednesday 15th September 2010 Cost: In Advance Online: Members: $10, Non-Members $15, At the door: $20 everyone, cash only. Event Description: *
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Supporting Local Farmers: Green and Delicious

I am a big supporter and promoter of buying locally grown produce.  Living in Delaware County there are numerous farmers markets where you can buy locally grown produce at almost every day.  Media, Bryn Mawr and Havertown are just a few towns that have weekly farmers markets.  Besides buying produce at farmers markets, you can
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Relocating- Part IV

Relocating is a huge undertaking.  Not only are you moving, but you maybe moving thousands of miles, and will need to create a whole new life for yourself.  You could be living in Minnesota and moving to Maine, or Kansas to Arizona, location doesn’t matter, you still have the same needs.  Using a realtor, such
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Local Attractions for Homeowners in Media

I was showing a client houses yesterday in Media, Delaware County, PA and on our way through the borough we passed the Media Farmers Market right next to the Media Theater.   We stopped by and picked up some fresh strawberries and sweet cherries.  The farmers market is at the Media Theater, Monroe and Gayley Streets, every
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Attention! Military Personnel: it’s not too late to take advantage of the tax credit

The First-time Homebuyer Tax Credit for qualified purchases with a binding sales contract in place on or before April 30, 2010 and closed by June 30, 2010; has been extended for qualified service members who are ordered on a period of official extended duty.  These dates have been extended one year; therefore the take credit
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Excitement over HGTV’s “My First Place”

My episode of “My First Place” is premiering on Thursday, June 3rd at 8pm Eastern & Pacific time.  Filming “My First Place” was a very exciting and rewarding experience.  I have always enjoyed watching HGTV and now staring as the realtor for a great couple in my hometown Philadelphia area is thrilling.  It was interesting
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NOW is the time to buy!

When we were at the peak of the frenzy this March—everyone was hustling to take advantage of the $8000 & $6500 Government Tax credits—mortgage rates were a bit higher—approximately 5.375%. Now, the rates have dropped almost a half point; close to 4.875% on the 30 year conventional loan. This rate adjustment can have a huge
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Kevin’s Going to be on HGTV’s “My First Place”

We love watching the PHILLIES and our Stanley Cup bound FLYERS! I know all of you out there also love to watch HGTV! My episode of “My First Place” with Andre & Katina is finally airing! According to HGTV’s website, my episode, HMFP-1406H titled “Buying a Home Sight Unseen”, is scheduled to premiere Thursday, June
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Single Homebuyers are finding it more cost effective to buy than rent

The Real Estate market is seeing single individuals taking advantage of more affordable home prices, larger inventory, low interest rates and federal tax incentives. Individuals, whom may have never considered buying a home before, are finding that they can afford more house for their money than in previous years. Most importantly, many people are recognizing
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