<![CDATA[James J. Griffin - Yahoo! Voices]]> en-us Copyright 2012 voices.yahoo.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:25:26 EDT http://l.yimg.com/ck/siteimg/PP-voices.jpg http://voices.yahoo.com/ Voices <![CDATA[Five Ways to Make Cold Calling a Success]]> Cold calling is not a natural activity. It takes preparation and discipline to make it a success. This article is 5 tips for getting that done.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Mar 14, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/five-ways-cold-calling-success-8012768.html <![CDATA[How Your Neighbor's Foreclosure Hurts You]]> Foreclosure hurts everyone, not just those foreclosed on. This hasn't been focused on, but the health of a community is tied to stopping the foreclosure crisis.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Feb 20, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-neighbors-foreclosure-hurts-7776638.html <![CDATA[Updated Fresh First Date Ideas for San Diego]]> Dinner and a movie is boring. Get outside your comfort zone for some truly passionate first date experiences.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jan 30, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/updated-fresh-first-date-ideas-7635670.html <![CDATA[Documentation Needed to Complete a San Diego Short Sale]]> Documents required for a short sale fall into two categories. Qualitative and quantitative. Make sure you cover both bases.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jan 30, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/documentation-needed-complete-7642658.html <![CDATA[5 Gadgets Required for Real Estate Agents]]> Real estate has a low barrier of entry, but without these gadgets it's like trying to mine for gold with a pick axe when your competition is using dynamite. Indulge yourself.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jan 30, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/5-gadgets-required-real-estate-7644002.html <![CDATA[5 Adult Valentines Day Date Ideas]]> Dinner and a movie isn't the best idea for a memorable Valentine's experience. Use of these ideas to really impress your Valentine with a memorable date.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jan 30, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/5-adult-valentines-day-date-ideas-7643408.html <![CDATA[Being Unprepared for the Grandeur of the Smithsonian]]> My first trip to the Smithsonian in Washington was inspiring. It is impossible to reflect on the treasures there and not feel patriotic.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jan 18, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/being-unprepared-grandeur-7642858.html <![CDATA[Best 5 Gifts for Real Estate Agents Under $50 in 2010]]> Real estate is a tough, cut throat business. Help your favorite agent out with the best gifts under $50 in 2010.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Dec 03, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/best-5-gifts-real-estate-agents-7288946.html <![CDATA[HAMP is a Failure for the San Diego Real Estate Market]]> Artificial rates and payment plans may be good politics in the short term but hurt the market as a whole in the next decade

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Nov 16, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/hamp-failure-san-diego-7130446.html <![CDATA[4 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Buy Real Estate in San Diego]]> Some of the best deals to be had happen during San Diego's seasonal adjustment period which means they're being overlooked. Get your mindset ready to jump on the potential.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Nov 16, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/4-reasons-why-winter-great-time-7131052.html <![CDATA[Agents Need to Set Better Expectations for Clients in the San Diego Real Estate Market]]> Half of all transactions entered into in September failed. Agents need to do a better job of counseling clients and really earn their commission by navigating market complexities.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Nov 01, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/agents-set-better-expectations-7015320.html <![CDATA[How Generation Y Can Convince a Boss Telecommuting is the Best Idea]]> Learn a concrete plan to take a underemployed brick and mortar job to a telecommuting dream.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Oct 29, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-generation-y-convince-boss-7008152.html <![CDATA[What is a Short Refinance and How Can it Help Me?]]> A short refinance may be the best option to bring your home's equity back to normal in a distressed real estate market.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Sep 02, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/what-short-refinance-6716304.html <![CDATA[District 3 in San Diego Finally Sees Infrastructure Upgrades]]> District 3 in San Diego is in dire need of infrastructure attention. A $103 million dollar bond from the City Council seeks to make the first down payment.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jun 25, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/district-3-san-diego-finally-sees-6262506.html <![CDATA[6 Traits to Look for in Your Real Estate Agent]]> Choosing a real estate agent is particularly important in a short sale. Make sure you choose properly.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jun 21, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/6-traits-look-real-estate-6257734.html <![CDATA[Thinking of Buying a Bank Foreclosure Home?]]> Look out for these common, but often overlooked issues in Bank Foreclosure Homes.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jun 09, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/thinking-buying-bank-foreclosure-6189870.html <![CDATA[Workaholics Are Bad for Business]]> The sheer number of hours worked is not how to get ahead. Recognizing the importance of rest and eliminating interruptions will reduce hours and increase productivity.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jun 07, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/workaholics-bad-business-6173446.html <![CDATA[How Do I Short Sale My Home?]]> Short Sales are the deals that are happening in RE today. Get yours accomplished.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Mar 01, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-short-sale-home-5536943.html <![CDATA[Essential Real Estate Training in 2010]]> Real estate training is absolutely essential in today's market. Find out where to allocate your time.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Mar 01, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/essential-real-estate-training-2010-5543411.html <![CDATA[Spice Up Your Professionalism in 2010]]> Competition is increasing. It's time you take your business to the next level.

Contributor: James J. Griffin
Published: Jan 28, 2010

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