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Will international paper shut down kill Franklin, VA ?

Alison Creamer — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Will international paper shut down kill Franklin, VA ?

24Oct09

http://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/local_news/local_wavy_franklin_paper_mill_announcement_expected_20091022

Read the link above. Wow Im thinking what is Franklin and the surrounding areas going to do ? My family has extended family that work at the paper plant and have started to get very concerned about what is going to happen to thier family and home. Im at a loss of thoughts at this point. I know the surrounding areas are going to be grossly effected by this. So with the 1100 losing their job what will that do in the ripple effect ? Great news Tim Kaine is promising to help but who is going to help the surrounding cites and the local stores who will have to close up shop.

RICHMOND, Va. — Calling International Paper Co.’s plan to idle its Franklin plant “a deep blow” to Virginia, Gov. Timothy M. Kaine is promising help to the nearly 1,100 families affected by the closure.

Kaine said Thursday that he would direct the Virginia Employment Commission to dispatch an economic crisis strike force to Franklin within the coming days.

The world’s largest maker of cardboard box materials announced plans Thursday to cut 1,600 positions in four states as it brings capacity in line with sharply diminished demand.

Besides the Franklin plant, the company plans to close plants in Albany, Ore., and Pineville, La. It also is permanently shutting down an idled mill in Valliant, Okla.

SOURCE http://blog.taragana.com/n/va-gov-vows-aid-to-1100-families-affected-by-international-papers-franklin-plant-closure-203983/

What does a Realtor( Alison ) do on a typical day ?

Alison Creamer — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:12:00 GMT

Humm now I think this is an interesting question. I hear so many answers I thought maybe I would blog about what I do all day. Or most days. I find my self always thinking I need to be doing more. I need to be making headway. Im wondering what people would say about my in ability to stick to one thing. I tracked my day back in August and thought wow. I need to stay more focused. So this we an average day for me. I wonder what your day would look like in Virginia Beach and a Realtor ?

7am- email answers

718 print out HBI from listing

725-735 look over home josh wants to see in Ocean lakes

735-745 get appointment with new listing in norfolk

8am off to curves to see what they have to offer

8-930 sign up at curves and return dog food

930 check email update plaxo file

950- answer new lead from 1800 # Kandy send field stone information and my website

1030- down load listing information for open house

1045- took time to talk with M. Underwood lender with wells fargo and open house

1110- continue getting open house stuff ready

1120 talking with sister about family issues

1125 talked with home inspector about HBI.

1200 working on flyers in tp for open house

1215 email matt D a new loan lead for listing

1225 check voice mail answer calls

1240 shower

100 dictate email to client about hbi progress on sherwood

110 set tour for josh c call lender to talk about rehab loans and non traditional lending for these homes

120 finish getting open house information ready /write seller offer

200 helping Autumn find homeowners insurance

210 moisture and termite inspect @ Sherwood forest

320 return check mail and try to set appoint with Sherwood seller for hbi negotiations

400 take a break grab food and drink/make dinner

430 look for signs for open house

500 prepare hbira for Johnson

525-dinner relax

625 negotiation HBI with johnson

800 home for the night

And that wrapped up my day .

Alison Creamer, REALTOR, RE/MAX Allegiance 757-652-8880

Posted by Alison Creamer on 10/09/2008 02:29 PM

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Blogging today is a blank !

Have you ever thought what the heck am I going to blog about. I mean afterall everything I have to say is what we all know already. Bail outs, meltdowns, seller screaming , some days I just can't take it. I love what I do and when it goes smooth it goes smooth !!!!

Oh yes I know I can blog about myshort sale experiance. I have to say it was smooth as butter !!!!! Yes I mean really it did.

I listed a home in Aragona, Brick ranch with 3 beds no AC and in as is condition. I put a price of 175k on it. This was a VHDA shortsale and it was my first one. with all the short sales you would think there would be more knowledege out there. I spent hours and hours reading blogs and more blogs trying to make sure I get all the loose ends wrapped up. I asked my clients for complete access to the lender I think this was the 1st and best step I could have asked for.

VHDA set an apprasial and the value came in at 170 as it. I lowered the price and with in 2 weeks we got 2 offers both at around 154 one asked for money the other did not. VHDA was very prompt in replying. I was given instructions to the listing the offer and process. It was that simple ! The buyer did there inspections we removed the contigency and closed. It was amazing !!! As a listing agent I expected a night mare I figured the worst, it was such a surprise. The buyer was hapy the seller was happy and both agents were happy.

Now Im off to figure out how to do a shortsale with countrywide, Ocwen, and Citibank. I dont think it is going to be as easy.

Im one happy gal tonight just picked up the closing check and delivered it to the office

Stock Market !!! Whats up with that ?

Alison Creamer — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:10:00 GMT

Hello Readers,

I just need some insight ! Are you worried about the stock market ? Or are you worried about what others are worried about ? I see some changes here in Virginia Beach. I see $2.89 gas and A gallon of 2% milk at 2.88 at Kroger. Im trying to see what is all the fuss. I know I to have talked with my husband about the economy. I see my own income drop 50% this year but expenses are up. We are doing things like lowering the water heater, not wasting any food, and my all time favorite we will be using the wood stove a lot more this winter. Im concerned but I have to say I think Im more worried about things that are not really hurting me right now. Yes I have lost savings in the stock market and Im experiencing a shortage in the my wallet each month but its not so bad that if I tried to live a more simple life I would have plenty to live on . I think we are so lazy I think we expect so much excess !

Thats my 2 cents today

Alison Creamer

RE/MAX Realtor

www.bzibee.com

Do you reward your clients ?

Alison Creamer — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:09:00 GMT

Do you reward your best clients with a gift ? I spent a few hours today with 4 other Realtors getting all the details worked out. We have 740 seats at a local theater and will play three movies. We have snacks drinks, Santa, goodies bags, photos, and of course we will be collecting for toys for tots. Im so excited to offer my clients a free day . Some where they can get away and have some fun. I love these events. It offers me a chance to give back. I get so many people passing my name around and this is just one way to give them and their family a thank you.

Thanks to all my GREAT clients !!! Love to you all !!!!

What do you do for you clients ? DO you give them anything special ? Id love to hear some comments about it all.

Alison Creamer

RE/MAX Allegiance