Sheila Bell Cincinnati Real Estate and Sheila Bell Seminars

It's a beautiful day, you have finally found a home and the rain waters are drying.  You're feeling pretty good about the upcoming inspection and you are full of optimism about that inspection ...

My friend, Dean, emails (no he doesn't blog yet despite my repeated attempts) marvelous tales each week.  I have used a couple of them, but this one is so perfect, I wanted to share it right away! Who have you thanked today?!  I try to thank everyone/anyone who offers any kind of service, which is a direct result of the actions of a ...

The lyrics from Rodger and Hammerstein's memorable musical, "South Pacific" fits today's celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  Listen to the song-I have never heard a song that so perfectly identifies the idiocy of discrimination of any kind.  While "South Pacific" is set during World War II, ...

Mortgage Interest and Property Tax DeductionsIf you are a new homeowner or if you have owned your home for years, there are many home mortgage and property tax deductions available for both situations.Previous Home PurchasesIf you own your home you may deduct the interest on your home loan every single year that you own your home. You may also ...

It's that time of year again! The lack of sunshine, lack of Vitamin D and "the blues" are all related.  Actually, "the blues" can be more that just a bad day and should be taken seriously.  While the cause of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is not completely understood, it is no longer a contested ...

Having recently changed companies, I am in the process of examing the future (immediate, near, distant).  It occurs to me that I've been in somewhat of a fog for far too long and it's time to get off of my proverbial "butt".  There is so much to do, so little time in which to accomplish that which I intend.  ...

Is sexual orientation discrimination in housing legal? Maybe. By Lani Rosales on November 9, 2010 Can landlords legally deny renting to a gay couple because they’re gay? Can a Realtor refuse to negotiate on behalf of a transgendered woman because she’s transgendered? Can a builder jack up the price of ...

"Combining online/offline networking gets the most out of relationship building.  By implementing both online and offline, target markets are increased exponentially."    So says a Pew Research report on the "new paradigm shift".  Are you combining both so that you "leave no client prospect or active ...

Learn the little-known, proven tools top agents are using as mobile agents to successfully manage their mobile offices. From your smart phone, your laptop, digital camera, and even to your car organizer, you'll leave this session knowing the most effective and affordable options and valuable tips for making the most of them! Register ...

An Important Message from Ellen About Bullying - The Ellen DeGeneres Show Please open and read this important message from Ellen about the epidemic of bullying (and in too many cases, results in suicides) of our children! Please send letters to the editor of your local papers; contact school officials; contact public officials and anyone else ...

I'm trying to get myself geared up this morning to finish the update on an online course I wrote a few years ago and looking for a brief distraction.  Thinking that I haven't posted in much too long, "talking" with you is the best thing I can think of! Besides finishing the course update, this is the week of the Ohio ...

As I contemplate the loss of a dear friend to the real estate industry, coincidentally I received this beautiful video.  It is taken from words from one friend to another at the "celebration of their life".  It is a beautiful remembrance and I hope that you will find use for it as well!  [Video]

I had lunch with a good friend last week who owns a management consulting company.  As always, the conversation was insightful and useful.  We are both especially interested in customer relations management, so that was our primary topic. We compared stories and they were startling!  How about calling a purported sales professional ...

Interesting read.  What do you think?

As a consumer, you should be aware that there is a trademark on the word "Realtor" and it is an important distinction for you.  As the client of a Realtor, you are assured that they are governed by a Code of Ethics.  IF for some unfortunate reason you need to complain about your treatment by your Realtor, you may contact the ...

Ben & Jerry's has announced it will be discontinuing its email marketing campaigns and focus their efforts on social media.  Their customers indicated they were losing interest in continuous emails.  B & J's concluded they were not building the relationship with their customers they wanted.  Those on the email list ...

Do you consider the differences among the various generations active in the real estate market today?  Is it an important consideration? YES! This attached article is a must read for anyone active in real estate today.  The operative phrase that really "grabbed" me: "For Gen Y, the home is a place to live out of not to ...

Just post what you're thinking.  If there is something on your mind, a blog is the place to write it (do use common sense and courtesy).  What makes you uneasy about blogging?  I'm really curious.