Category Archives: Business

Saving on your Energy Bill

Posted on January 6, 2015 by robertjrussellcompanies

The typical U.S. household spends about $1,300 on its home energy bills, according to the Environmental Protection Agency . And for many of us who live in regions that experience extremes in weather patterns, $1,300 may be a conservative estimate. … Continue reading →

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Branded or NonBranded Website – The Question on Prospecting

Posted on January 4, 2015 by robertjrussellcompanies

Some people think that a “stealth real estate website” will capture more leads for Realtors than a website with a Realtor name on it. The theory is that internet searchers are afraid of being contacted by salespeople and thus want … Continue reading →

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Home Resoltions for 2015

Posted on January 3, 2015 by robertjrussellcompanies

It’s that time again. Time to make those resolutions to lose weight, leave a bad relationship, or stop smoking. It’s what we all do every year—take on a huge, often impossible or unrealistic, quest to change our lives for the … Continue reading →

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Questions and Answers

Posted on January 2, 2015 by robertjrussellcompanies

Question: My wife and I have owned our house for many years. I am several years older and suspect that she will outlive me. I want to make sure that she will be able to stay in the house for … Continue reading →

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Minyards is stocking up on Grocery Stores

Posted on December 27, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

Minyards is stocking up on new locations in North Texas after agreeing to buy eight Albertsons and four Tom Thumb stores in the area. The move comes as Albertsons and Safeway reached agreements to sell 168 store in eight states, … Continue reading →

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How California Firms feel after Moving to Texas

Posted on December 26, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

Here’s a rude shock for anyone who thinks companies might regret moving from California to Texas: They don’t. Young interviewed a handful of Californians who made the move, including executives and employees of American Specialty Health, a San Diego-based company … Continue reading →

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Mow Your Way To Success…

Posted on December 25, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

From the time I was a Freshman in High School up until I was a Junior, I had always wanted to run for Student Council President. I thought about it all the time. I remember I was mowing our next … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Adversity – What is your purpose ?

Posted on December 24, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
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Things that drive Realtors NUTS!!

Posted on December 21, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

The process of buying a home can be long and challenging. It can be stressful for both buyers and their real estate agents. Through it all, it’s helpful to understand that, though agents are there to support you, they can’t … Continue reading →

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Can a Home Remodel Increase the Value of Your Home ?

Posted on December 16, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

There was a time when contractors building McMansion-style home additions or Michelin-worthy kitchens were a regular sight in many neighborhoods – until around 2006, when the Great Recession began to take hold. Here’s the good news: home improvements are starting … Continue reading →

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