http://frokicki.activerain.com/ Positive thoughts and ideas about real estate. Working through and with this changed market, to better serve clients. Experience, education, reliable service and results. You'll love working with Fran! en-us http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1353741/ct-thanksgiving-proclamation <p><a href="#navskip"><img src="../assets/images/spacer.gif" border="0" height="0" alt="Skip to main content" /></a> The Office of Governor M. Jodi Rell <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="10">&nbsp;</td> <td><br /> <p>&nbsp; <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" style="height: 95px;"> <tbody> <tr> <td height="45" width="195"> <p><img src="/governorrell/lib/governorrell/STATESEAL.gif" border="0" alt="Seal of the State of Connecticut" /></p> </td> <td height="45"> <p><small>STATE OF CONNECTICUT<br />EXECUTIVE CHAMBERS<br />HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT&nbsp; 06106</small></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="42" width="195"> <p>M. Jodi Rell<br />Governor</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="6" width="100%" style="height: 99px;"> <tbody> <tr> <td height="11" width="100%">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />November 24, 2009<br /></td> <td>Contact:&nbsp;<br />860-524-7313<br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </p> <p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gov. M. Jodi Rell Issues Thanksgiving Proclamation</strong></p> <p><strong></strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Now is the time that we, as Americans, surround ourselves with family, friends and those we care most deeply about, and for many of us, it is a time to give thanks to God for the blessings bestowed upon us throughout the year.&nbsp; We, the people of Connecticut, are privileged to live in a nation where we are free to gather together to celebrate all of the gifts which we have been given, both great and small.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Yet, with all that we have to be thankful for, it is easy to forget and take for granted the fortunate lives we live.&nbsp; This harvest time of year is an opportunity to give thanks and to rejoice in the love, opportunities and freedoms we enjoy.&nbsp; It is a time to honor the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our country, and we must thank them and their families for their sacrifices, especially those who have courageously given their lives while serving our Nation.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanksgiving each year is celebrated in the spirit of our forefathers, the early settlers of America, as they sat down to feast together and give thanks for their safe arrival and for surviving the first harsh winter in the New World.&nbsp; As they gathered to give thanks, they invited their native neighbors to share their ample blessings.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>It is at this time that we should come together as our colonial ancestors did in order to enjoy a plentiful harvest and extend our generosity to others.&nbsp; In this tradition, we should give of ourselves to those who have been given little, offer our blessings to those whose blessings are not as plentiful, and open our hearts and homes to neighbors. &nbsp;It is a time to gather with family and friends, neighbors and colleagues, to give thanks for all that we have and all that was given us.&nbsp; It is my hope that all of Connecticut's citizens will give thanks as we celebrate today and throughout the year.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Therefore, in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut and in keeping with the traditions set forth by Governors of Connecticut since colonial times, I hereby proclaim November 26, 2009, to be a day of</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>PUBLIC THANKSGIVING. <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>I urge all our citizens to join me in expressing our deepest gratitude to those who touch our lives everyday and in extending a helping hand of hope to those who need it most.</p> <br /><br />Content Last Modified on 11/24/2009 9:51:05 AM<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></h2> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:02:27 -0600 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1353741/ct-thanksgiving-proclamation http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1349885/send-a-thank-you-card-to-a-soldier <p>If you go to this web site, <a href="http://www.letssaythanks.com/" title="http://www.letssaythanks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>http://www.letssaythanks.com/</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp; you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving. You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to a member of the armed services.&nbsp;<br /><br />How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we know to send one!!!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; It is FREE and it only takes a second.&nbsp;<br /><br />Wouldn't it be wonderful if the soldiers received a bunch of these?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Whether you are for or against the war, our soldiers over there need to know we are behind them.&nbsp; I only found one that has Merry Christmas on it.&nbsp; So, not just for the holidays!&nbsp; It would be good to keep this site, saved on your computer, so that, you could send a card often.&nbsp; I am sure that all cards are appreciated, not just the holiday ones.<br /><br />This takes just 10 seconds and it's a wonderful way to say thank you.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Please take the time and please take the time to pass it on for others to do.&nbsp; We can never say enough thank you enough.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />Thanks for taking to time to support those who are willing to&nbsp;sacrifice themselves!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:33:50 -0600 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1349885/send-a-thank-you-card-to-a-soldier http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1349146/expense-tracking-tool <p>&nbsp;Access from almost, any device.</p> <p>With this system, you don't have to worry about receipts getting lost!&nbsp; <a href="http://xpenser.com/">http://xpenser.com/</a></p> <p>How fast the end of the year is approaching.&nbsp; With all of the time that we need to take for the holidays, and I do believe that we must allow ourselves time with our loved ones and friends, this tool will cause you to have more free time.&nbsp; You won't have to record your receipts, at a later time.&nbsp; You can do so, right at the time that you are requiring them.&nbsp; So, be it a client lunch, business meeting or supplies from SAM's Club, you can access Xpenser, input your information and you're done.&nbsp; No forgetting expenses or missing the dates.&nbsp; Check it out!</p> <p><strong><em>It's a Good Life,</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:34:50 -0600 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1349146/expense-tracking-tool http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1313475/answering-questions-on-trulia <p>Just wondering how many of you are active and participating on the Trulia site?&nbsp; It offers an auto-feed from our Connecticut MLS.&nbsp; I am assuming that it does so, with other MLS systems across the country.&nbsp;</p> <p>Here's a question that I answered today.</p> <p><strong><a href="http://tinyurl.com/FranRoksanswer" title="Frans Sells Glastonbury!" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/FranRoksanswer</a></strong></p> <p>There are so many details in our business, contracts, mls rules and regulations,&nbsp;that it can be confusing to the consumer.&nbsp; Finding time to serve and help the consumers is, definitely, part of our scope of work.&nbsp; What sites are you participating in?&nbsp; Do you find them helpful to you, as well?</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:16:35 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1313475/answering-questions-on-trulia http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1310504/i-am-a-sprinting-machine- <p>Today, was a really good day!&nbsp; Got up early, walked my dog.&nbsp; The rain has stopped, here in Connecticut, for now.&nbsp; The real estate work day, begins.</p> <p>I started out early with my popbys packed up and a smile on my face.&nbsp; I delivered a deposit check to a real estate office in another town.&nbsp; On the way there, and on the way back, I sprinkled through my database of clients, friends and family.&nbsp; I took one route outgoing and came back on the other side of the towns.&nbsp; It worked out amazingly well.&nbsp; The best part was, some of my stops were rewarded because the people were home.&nbsp; A nice sunny day, perfect for raking leaves and setting up their decorations for the Halloween Holiday this Saturday!</p> <p>My popbys were Halloween Popcorn.&nbsp; It was welcomed by all:)&nbsp; I stopped at eighteen homes today!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>One stop, the Dad was mowing the lawn with his Daughter.&nbsp; She had just come home from school, kindergarten.&nbsp; Her Dad had made her some popcorn to snack on while they were on the tractor, mowing the lawn.&nbsp;So, they really liked my popby!&nbsp;The scent from the kitchen was wonderful.&nbsp; Her Mom was making pumpkin cupcakes for a school party, tomorrow.&nbsp; Yummy!&nbsp; This was a young couple that asked me to sell their first home, in East Hartford, and then, to find them a ranch in Bolton, Ct.&nbsp; At the time, I laughed and said well, we shall see.&nbsp; Obviously, these clients had such faith in my abilities, that it came true.&nbsp; I found the one ranch on the market, in Bolton.&nbsp; We bought it and they have really dressed it up nicely over the years.&nbsp; The location is perfect and they will enjoy many years of happy memories there.&nbsp; It just makes you smile, every time you visit these lovely people.&nbsp;</p> <p>So, yes, the Buffini Sprint is happening in Connecticut.&nbsp; I am&nbsp;staying on course and completing my daily tasks.&nbsp; Enjoying every single minute of it, too!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:33:43 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1310504/i-am-a-sprinting-machine- http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1292994/64-sunset-ridge-dr-east-hartford-ct-06118-offered-at-326-900 <p>Stunning Contemporary Colonial offers five bedrooms, four full baths, first floor family room, nice enclosed back sunroom, formal living room and dining room.&nbsp; Two bedrooms are on the first floor, three are on the second level.</p> <p>This is a nice home for entertaining.&nbsp; The backyard offers an inground pool and is very private.</p> <p>Call Fran Rokicki Realty,LLC today for more details and to set up your showing appointment!</p> <p>860-646-3455</p> <p><img title="64 Sunset Ridge Dr, East Hartford, Ct" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/6/5/5/3/ar125598817735563.JPG" height="274" alt="Fran Sells East Hartford Ct" width="365" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:37:21 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1292994/64-sunset-ridge-dr-east-hartford-ct-06118-offered-at-326-900 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1284367/chicago-tp-rocked-rocked- <p>Yesterday, I attended the Buffini Turning Point in Chicago.&nbsp; The room was full.&nbsp; Every corner, every seat, almost every inch on the floor was occupied.&nbsp; People sat on the floor, in the aisles, by the stage, stood or sat in the hallways, too!&nbsp; They were there to get all of the good stuff!</p> <p>They knew, like I do, that Brian Buffini will help them to succeed in this business.&nbsp; The year end Sprint began on Monday, yet, I have to say, for many of us, it will begin today.&nbsp; We participated in the Chicago event and came away, very renewed and charged up for our end of year success!</p> <p>I met some people during lunch, that I had not met before.&nbsp; They grab tables and just yell out, any more Buffini people?&nbsp; It was really cool.&nbsp; A few of us, who were in line waiting for a table, jumped up and grabbed the opportunity to network with these members.&nbsp; We talked about the markets that we serve, last year's Chicago Turning Point and MasterMind09.&nbsp; We, also, discussed what books we were currently reading and which ones that we would recommend to others.&nbsp; The time flew by and we learned some really good tips.</p> <p>Before going back into the event, we were treated with ice cream and toppings by Fifth Third Mortage Company.&nbsp; They, also, held a&nbsp;give away for two MasterMind Event&nbsp;2010 tickets, a Bull's game and&nbsp;another sporting event.&nbsp; The crowd went wild when the winners were announced.</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; We will have success in 2009!&nbsp; Whoo Hoo!</p> <p><img title="Buffini's Chicago Turning Point 09" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/8/1/4/5/ar125552969454187.JPG" height="365" alt="Buffini's Chicago Turning Point 09" width="274" /></p> <p><img title="People were soaking up the good stuff!" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/2/9/ar125552943792306.JPG" height="274" alt="Buffini's Chicago Turning Point 09" width="365" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:18:36 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1284367/chicago-tp-rocked-rocked- http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1284336/183-north-street-willimantic-ct-for-sale-180-000 <p>This large, victorian colonial, is located near the college campus!&nbsp; Newer burner, hot water heater and updated electrical service, to 100 amps!&nbsp; Surrounded by lovely homes on the hill, this is a convenient location!</p> <p>Call Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC today!</p> <p>860-646-3455</p> <p>You'll Love Working with Fran!</p> <p><img title="Large Victorian For Sale, by Fran Rokicki Realty,LLC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/6/7/7/6/ar125552836467762.jpg" height="274" alt="183 North St, Willimantic, Ct Fran Rokicki Realty,LLC" width="365" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:56:11 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1284336/183-north-street-willimantic-ct-for-sale-180-000 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1241044/starts-october-12th-year-end-sprint-get-in-get-going- <p>TRAINING The Year-End Sprint is about creating results for your business! Learn the secrets of top producers &ndash; activities they do at year-end but never tell anyone! Harness 3 key essentials in your business &amp; watch your production soar Finish your year strong &ndash; see results through focused action</p> <p>Get your business tuned up for the New Year!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img title="Blitz Definition" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/8/0/5/ar125310669550832.png" height="181" alt="Buffini Training for Success" width="239" /></p> <p>Take action with this 45-day lead-generation program developed by Brian Buffini &amp; the Blitz Master, Joe Niego. During the Year-End Sprint, you will: Participate in seasonally specific lead-generation activities that will allow you to fill your pipeline for the coming year Be exposed to the systems Brian Buffini &amp; Joe Niego found success with in their businesses</p> <p>Get organized and reassess your business&rsquo; vital statistics &ndash; especially as the market has changed so dramatically Make a detailed marketing plan for 2010 Learn how to recalibrate your business expenses and forecast your income, transactions and expenses for next year <a href="http://www.BuffiniandCompany.com">www.BuffiniandCompany.com</a></p> <p>1-800-945-3485 x2382 Online video training &ndash; with Brian Buffini &amp; Joe Niego Daily activities that get you results&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<img title="Year-End Sprint to Success for your business!" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/0/9/5/4/ar125310649645903.gif" height="307" alt="Buffini Training for Success" width="438" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:44:44 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1241044/starts-october-12th-year-end-sprint-get-in-get-going- http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1258296/did-you-happen-to-see-this-today- <p>Today is Google's 11th birthday.&nbsp; Here is what their site looks like for their birthday, <a href="http://www.google.com/webhp?hl=en">http://www.google.com/webhp?hl=en</a>, click and take a look!</p> <p>The folks at Google are just amazing.&nbsp; They not only think of the wonderful free products that they offer business owners and consumers, but, they enlighten us with their little bits of humor.&nbsp; I love the changes that they make to their name.&nbsp; Whether it's for a holiday, a special occasion or the olympics, they are on top of it.</p> <p>Thank you, to the folks at Google, who continue to amaze us.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>Happy 11th&nbsp;Birthday to you!</em></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:28:31 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1258296/did-you-happen-to-see-this-today- http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1225877/training-camp-came-to-massachusetts-rocked- <p><strong><em>&nbsp;This event will be held on September 11, 2009. </em></strong></p> <p>Hoping to meet some of my Active Rain Friends at this event!&nbsp; Be sure to seek me out:)</p> <p><strong><em></em></strong></p> <p>It will feature the fabulous <strong><em>Joe Neigo, with his,</em></strong> <strong><em>today answers for our success in the market</em></strong>, and Kevin Buffini, the profile master. Are you a Facilitator or a Motivator? Maybe, a little of both? <strong><em>Learn how to master</em> <em>these strengths</em></strong> to help you make more sales. <strong><em>Come and find out from Kevin Buffini!</em></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Get together with other members and carpool if you have to. This will be an awesome event for new and useful information, as well as, networking with like minded people. Here's the details! Hope to meet you there!</p> <p>&nbsp;September 11th,</p> <p>2009 Sheraton Framingham Hotel &amp; Conference Center</p> <p>1657 Worcester Rd Framingham, MA 01701</p> <p>508.879.7200 Guest Fax: 508.875.7593</p> <p>&nbsp;Parking: Complimentary</p> <p>Ballroom: Grand South &amp; Centre Event <strong><em>starts at 9:00am</em></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Joe Niego, on Fire!" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/4/0/2/ar125310804320456.jpg" height="274" alt="Brian Buffini Training Camp in Massachusetts" width="365" /></p> <p>The tips and information that Joe offered were hands on tools!&nbsp; We went home and implemented them with our clients!&nbsp; One of my agents, wrote an offer and got her client off the fence!&nbsp; Thanks Joe!</p> <p><img title="Brian Buffini ROCKS!" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/0/6/7/1/ar125310820917607.jpg" height="274" alt="Brian Buffini @ Training Camp in Massachusetts" width="365" /></p> <p>Brian walked into the room and we all stood and cheered!&nbsp; It was an awesome event.&nbsp; It ended over an hour late!&nbsp; Brian let us know where the market is today and where we are headed.&nbsp; We took so many notes!&nbsp; Kevin Buffini was ill and could not attend.&nbsp; He was missed</p> <p><img title="Joe and Brian Sharing the Good Stuff" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/7/4/8/0/ar125310839208471.jpg" height="274" alt="Brian Buffini Training Camp in Massachusetts" width="365" /></p> <p>Listening to Joe and Brian got the room motivated and ready to work on our market!&nbsp; Brian and Joe were there to talk with us, answer our questions and I think, they got a hug from everyone in the room!</p> <p>Remember, the year end Sprint starts on Oct 12th!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sat, 05 Sep 2009 10:11:09 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1225877/training-camp-came-to-massachusetts-rocked- http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1238717/buffini-turning-point-in-south-san-francisco-ca <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> </tr> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="/turning-point.aspx">Turning Point</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="/mastermind-summit.aspx">MasterMind Summit</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="regional-training-camp.aspx">Regional Training Camp</a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> &nbsp; &nbsp;</td> <td>&nbsp; <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="10"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p><strong><embed src="myriad-pro-condensed.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" height="64" width="350"></embed>Buffini &amp; Company Turning Point <br />South San Francisco, CA September 15, 2009 </strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Event Details</strong><br /><br /> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="350"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Event Dates:</td> <td width="250">September 15, 2009</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="350"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Event Location:</td> <td width="250">South San Francisco Conference Center</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="350"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Event Address:</td> <td width="250">255 South Airport Boulevard</td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td width="250">South San Francisco, CA 94080</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /><br /> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" id="Table2" cellpadding="0" width="350"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Attention:</td> <td width="250">Parking: Complimentary, Grand Ballroom</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><br /><br />Registration begins at 7:00am.<br />The event begins promptly at 9:00am. Lunch at 12:00pm<br />The event will end between 5:00pm and 6:00pm.</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="/store/BuffiniConfigurator.aspx?sku=TP2009&amp;variantid=7310&amp;productid=6707" id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_OneColumnContent_hlRegisterNow"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://brianbuffini.emeetingsonline.com/emeetings/websitev2.asp?mmnno=217&amp;pagename=ATTENDEE" id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_OneColumnContent_hlRallyHotel" target="_blank"></a> <br /><br />Online Registration for this event is now closed. Please register at the event or call 800 945 3485 x4</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><img src="/Images/ProvImages/Interface/px_clear.gif" height="1" alt="" width="1" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> &nbsp;</td> <td>&nbsp; &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:10:50 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1238717/buffini-turning-point-in-south-san-francisco-ca http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1237050/110-paden-rd-coventry-ct-06238 <p><object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/CX-0p02nhVY&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed allowfullscreen="true" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/CX-0p02nhVY&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" allowscriptaccess="always" height="344" width="425"></embed></object></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:13:51 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1237050/110-paden-rd-coventry-ct-06238 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1228978/happy-monday-no-i-mean-tuesday-morning- <p>Did the Labor Day weekend go by too fast for you?&nbsp; I remember waiting for it to come.&nbsp; We were looking forward to the last weekend of summer and it was a perfect weather weekend.&nbsp; It just seemed to end too soon.&nbsp; So, this morning, instead of it really being Tuesday, it seems more like a Monday:)</p> <p>To shake off that long weekend feeling, here are a few tips of ideas that I use to get myself back in the game.</p> <p>*&nbsp; Take a morning walk.&nbsp; Needn't be miles long, just walk a block or two.&nbsp; Just to get the fresh air and&nbsp;clear your head.&nbsp; Drink water!</p> <p>*&nbsp; Plan your day, early in the morning, before the phone begins to ring.&nbsp; I use the Franklin Day Planner, but, any planner will work.&nbsp; A piece of paper, to prioritize your day, will even work.&nbsp; The system that I use, recommends A, B, C &amp; D, your appointments or tasks for the day.&nbsp; Amazingly, when you make an X over the one that you have completed, it does offer you a sense of accomplishment.&nbsp; Small wins during the day, that will make you feel more confident and therefore, more productive.&nbsp; Winning the day!</p> <p>*&nbsp; Still overwhelmed today, try this;&nbsp; Hold a Power Hour for Yourself.&nbsp; Make a sign for your office door, Do Not Disturb, Power Hour in Session.&nbsp; Now, you have blocked out an hour during your busy day, to get the stuff done that is overwhelming you.&nbsp; Make calls out, do not accept calls coming in.&nbsp; Just for this one hour. Tend to your files, your clients, your heavy load for today.&nbsp; Make it an hour that helps you to finish your tasks, so that, you can spend the rest of your day, moving forward.&nbsp; Drink water!</p> <p>*&nbsp; Take a lunch break.&nbsp; Doesn't have to be long, just take a little break and have something healthy to eat.&nbsp; Maybe, ask an associate to join you.&nbsp; Drink water!</p> <p>*&nbsp; Finish up your day with appointments, answering those calls that came in when you were not available and place files that will need follow-up, aside for tomorrow.&nbsp; Drink water!</p> <p>*&nbsp; Before you retire, take another walk.&nbsp; The fresh air does wonders for stress and work related anxieties.&nbsp; Drink water!</p> <p>Hope this little routine for getting back to work, after a long weekend, helped you today!&nbsp; If you have a minute or two, try to journal, write some notes to people that you were with over the weekend.&nbsp; Notes are nice to write and even better, to receive.&nbsp;</p> <p>According to the calendar,&nbsp;last day of summer, I believe, is September 20th.&nbsp; Yet, the chill is already in the air!&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Enjoy the last days of summer" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/8/0/5/2/ar125241124125085.jpg" height="113" alt="Summer at the beach" width="170" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Tue, 08 Sep 2009 07:02:02 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1228978/happy-monday-no-i-mean-tuesday-morning- http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1226856/87-prospect-st-manchester-ct-06040-open-today-new-price-too- <p>Hoping to meet some new buyers today!&nbsp; I will be hosting this open house today, from 1 to 3 PM.&nbsp; So, if you didn't have plans to go away for the long weekend, stop by and say hello.</p> <p>This home offers many upgrades and was built in 1996.&nbsp; Gas heat, skylights, ceiling fan, hardwood floors in the upper level bedrooms, two full baths, whirlpool, and more.&nbsp; This home is set on a 1.09 acre lot.&nbsp;</p> <p>Come by and take a look!&nbsp;<strong> Now, offered at $239,900</strong></p> <p>Light refreshments will be served.</p> <p><strong><em>Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC</em></strong></p> <p><strong>860-646-3455</strong></p> <p>Directions, I-384 to the Keeney St Exit.&nbsp; Take a left to the light, then turn right.&nbsp; Take 2nd left onto Hackmatack St.&nbsp; At first stop sign, go left onto Prospect St.&nbsp; Sign on property.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong><em>It's a Good Life!</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Fran</em></strong></p> <p><em>Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.&nbsp; I will foillow-up and take good care of them for you.&nbsp; I am never to busy for your referrals!</em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a title="Fran Rokicki's Home Shopping Tool" href="http://www.mlspulse.com/UserRegistration?agt=rokickif&amp;CMD=pre-reg&amp;PCode=AgentWebsite - 17k -" target="_blank">Free CT MLS Search</a></span></em></p></div> Frances C. Rokicki, Broker~Mentor,CRS (Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC) Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:04:59 -0500 http://frokicki.activerain.com/post/1226856/87-prospect-st-manchester-ct-06040-open-today-new-price-too-