Comments on: Why?

By: Stephanie Edwards-Musa

Stephanie Edwards-Musa — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:43:09 +0000

Hey Matt,

I read them because:
1) The market in Houston is considerably different than other areas, keeps me informed
2) We always seem to get cool technology last. Keeps me informed.
3) To read awesome bloggers like you.
4) To Think outside the box
5) Learn how to be better at everything we do
6) Sometimes to read what NOT to do on a blog.

I comment because I think it is human nature, to want to voice our opinion and be heard…Conversation, and besides, TV sucks now a days. LOL. Just kidding.

By: Thomas Johnson

Thomas Johnson — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 21:25:15 +0000

I only comment on RE blogs when my hair catches on fire.

By: Todd Carpenter

Todd Carpenter — Mon, 26 May 2008 06:34:33 +0000

..”OK, so to those who have answered the first question – here is the second; WHY DO YOU COMMENT ON BLOGS?”

Are you suggesting that I’m supposed to READ blogs before commenting on them?

I read them because I want to learn more about Real Estate, and more importantly, learn more about the people who write them.

I comment for the same reason.

By: Susan

Susan — Mon, 26 May 2008 02:51:06 +0000

so I can keep up with whats going on and new ideas…learn.

By: Bill Lublin

Bill Lublin — Sat, 24 May 2008 22:38:16 +0000

Athol – BTW I’m dropping my kids off at your house later tonight

By: Bill Lublin

Bill Lublin — Sat, 24 May 2008 22:37:08 +0000

And now for my answer – Better late then never
I read Blogs because I already know what I know but they let me know what I don’t yet know.
I read Blogs because there are some interesting people out there that know some interesting stuff.
I read Blogs because I believe they will help me do my business better
I read Blogs people I know and respect write them (and some time I know and respect them because I read Blogs)
I read Blogs so I can get to the comments
Sometimes I comment on Blogs because they need to be corrected or refuted or opposed.
Sometimes I comment on Blogs because something resonated in me when I read it
Sometimes I comment on Blogs to get points “Great Post Matthew”

By: Bill Lublin

Bill Lublin — Sat, 24 May 2008 22:35:05 +0000

@Bob – Aw shucks Gee Golly Whiz – I blush modestly

By: Jeremy Hart

Jeremy Hart — Sat, 24 May 2008 03:06:51 +0000

I read real estate blogs because I want to learn as much as I can about my industry, and it’s a great way to filter content.

I comment on real estate blogs because of the points. And Lani promised me a Vanilla Ice Fan Club t-shirt. She’s the president, you know. I also comment on real estate blogs because by engaging in the conversation, I often learn even more.

By: Athol Kay

Athol Kay — Fri, 23 May 2008 22:23:43 +0000

So I can form friendships with people that never attempt to drop their kids off at my house.

By: Rich Jacobson

Rich Jacobson — Fri, 23 May 2008 19:22:26 +0000

First of all, I am very selective on what goes into my reader. My time is limited, so I want the best of the best. That doesn’t preclude me from the occasional ‘look around’ for something new and interesting.

I want to learn. I need to know what are the latest and most pressing issues face today’s RE professionals. I want to know what works. What’s a waste of time. What’s fun.

There are so many options for us today, places to invest our time and energies. Accessing my reader, coffee in hand, is definitely one of the better ways to spend my time….

oh, and Matt…you’re on my reader