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		<title>eXp Realty Offers Free Social Media Marketing Coaching</title>
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		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Joining eXp Realty will get you access to our  Social Media Marketing program&#8230; for FREE!* I am thrilled to announce the launch of my eXp Realty Premier Social Media Marketing Program. If you&#8217;re an agent that understands the turning tide of modern marketing, but don&#8217;t quite know how to get started, this program is for [...]]]></description>
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<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">Joining eXp Realty will get you access to our  Social Media Marketing program&#8230;</span></h3>
<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">for FREE!*</span></h3>
<p>I am thrilled to announce the launch of my eXp Realty Premier Social Media Marketing Program.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re an agent that understands the turning tide of modern marketing, but don&#8217;t quite know how to get started, this program is for you.</p>
<p>Similar to the wildly popular and truly excellent Rain Camp seminars, eXp offers all of the same tools and tricks. Plus, I&#8217;ll actually help you implement all of them!</p>
<p>Rain Camp  teaches the latest in social media marketing strategies&#8230;then leaves you on your own to put them in place. They charge between $100-300 for a one-day seminar, knowing full-well that only about 3-5% of the agents will ever do anything constructive with the knowledge. That&#8217;s how seminars work.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://robleroy.exprealty.com/the-future-of-real-estate-exp-realty-and-the-virtual-office/" target="_blank">eXp is different.</a></strong> We will give you the fish AND teach you <em>how</em> to fish. You will have ongoing, one-on-one personal coaching from Social Media experts.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">We&#8217;ll help you brand yourself, both online and within your market area via:</span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Blogs</li>
<li>Top-ranked websites</li>
<li>Newsletters</li>
<li>Social networking</li>
<li>Print media</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">We&#8217;ll teach you how to write effective blog posts that will:</span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Help you generate new business</li>
<li>Reinforce your existing personal database</li>
<li>Help you dominate your market-niche online</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">We&#8217;ll help you distribute those posts via:</span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Search engine optimization on personal and company websites</li>
<li>Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIN and other online communities</li>
<li>e-mail newsletter campaigns</li>
</ul>
<p>And we&#8217;ll do it all FOR FREE!!!!  Your 20% company split covers all of it!*</p>
<p>This EXACT service usually costs an agent between $500-1000 up-front and 10-20% of their gross commissions. You are, essentially, getting a full-time marketing department. Even if you knew how to do all of it, you would have to allocate at least 1-2 full days each week to maintain this type of program. Just think about how much time you&#8217;ll save, and how much MORE time you&#8217;ll have to be doing what you really want and need to do: Writing contracts and closing deals!</p>
<p>For more information on the eXp Realty Social Media Marketing Program, as well as our Industry-Leading revenue share program, click <strong><a href="http://rfleroy.exprealty.com" target="_blank">here</a></strong> or call me directly at <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">206.883.6668</span></strong>. Or e-mail me at <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">rob.leroy@exprealty.com</span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">* Ask me how to qualify for the free program. Not available to all recruits.</span></strong></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Leading the Way with the Most Powerful Online Marketing, Green Business Practices, and Virtual Technology eXp Realty is a National Real Estate Brokerage with an innovative business environment for collaborating, supporting agents with their listings and transactions, and an ecosystem for social interaction in and outside of the organization. eXp Realty launched in the fall [...]]]></description>
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<h3><a rel="nofollow" href="http://robleroy.exprealty.com/files/2010/01/exp-realty-200.jpg"></a><span style="color: #ff6600;">Leading the Way with the Most Powerful Online Marketing, Green Business Practices, and Virtual Technology</span></h3>
<p>eXp Realty is a National Real Estate Brokerage with an innovative business environment for collaborating, supporting agents with their listings and transactions, and an ecosystem for social interaction in and outside of the organization.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://exprealty.com/?affid=robleroy" target="_blank">eXp Realty</a> launched in the fall of 2009 as a leader in real estate technology and agent compensation, melting away the traditional brick and mortar business model and moving toward a true virtual community, with the goal of keeping agents in contact with the best agents,  ideas and technology from around the world.</p>
<ul>
<li><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>Mission: Our Mission at eXp Realty is to lead the Web 3.0 Real Estate Revolution and the Resulting Industry Paradigm Shift.</strong></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>eXp Culture is: Virtual, Viral, Transparent, Green, Collaborative, Supportive, Professional, Dynamic, &amp; Paradigm Shifting &#8211; with an Emphasis on Relationship Building and Personal Service!</strong></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>We Provide: Multiple Income Streams, Collaborative and Persistent Education, A Paperless Cutting Edge Technology Platform, Committee Style Leadership</strong></span></li>
</ul>
<p>Contributing to the success of eXp Realty is an aggressive and favorable growth incentive for all affiliates, a large network of high-trafficked real estate websites in major metro markets across the country and a streamlined education and mentor platform to ensure agent success within the system. eXp Realty now represents clients in Washington, Oregon, and Arizona, with additional expansion happening almost daily.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.therealestatenovelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/national-expansion-slimsite.png"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3621" title="national-expansion-slimsite" src="http://www.therealestatenovelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/national-expansion-slimsite.png" alt="" width="617" height="331" /></a></p>
<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">Agent Benefits</span></h3>
<ul>
<li>eXpand your Learning Potentials inside of eXp Virtual
<ul>
<li>3-D Persistent Offices and Educational Platform
<ul>
<li>Work with other Agents and Staff, 1-on-1 or in Groups</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>eXplosive Lead Generation Programs
<ul>
<li>At both the Agent and Company Levels</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>eXploit our Top Web Positions in Major Metros around the Country
<ul>
<li>Integrated Web Solutions/SEO Team has the most Top Ranked Real Estate Websites in Major Metros around North America</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>eXpress yourself via our Collaborative Blogging Platform
<ul>
<li>Leap Frog the Competition and put your Services and Properties at the Top of Everyones Search</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>eXpand with us and create eXponential wealth!
<ul>
<li>Revenue Share to agents and brokers who help us grow both Locally and Nationally</li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">Commission Splits and Tuition</span></h3>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><strong>80/20 Split on All Transactions </strong>
<ul>
<li>Additional Referral Fee to be Paid on Company Generated Lead</li>
<li>$16k Annual Cap!</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>$50/month Technology Fee </strong>
<ul>
<li>Tech Fee Includes:
<ul>
<li>RealFuture CRM Client Management Platform</li>
<li>Personal In-bound Fax Line</li>
<li>Google Apps (Email, Calendar and Online Docs)</li>
<li>Box.net Online File Management</li>
<li>Web Conferencing System</li>
<li>WordPress Blog Hosting</li>
<li>Online Collaborative Blogging Platform</li>
<li>On-demand Tech Coaching</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>$25 Transaction Broker Review Fee</strong></li>
<li>$<strong>420/year Tuition to eXp University </strong>
<ul>
<li>Taken out of 1st Sale Closing or 3rd Rental Transaction</li>
<li>Tuition Includes:
<ul>
<li>Enrollment into unlimited Classes for Training and Education</li>
<li>Access to eXp Virtual Offices a 3D Collaborative Work Environment</li>
<li>Access to eXp Faculty and Staff from all over the world</li>
<li>Top Agents, Investment and RE Gurus, Web and Social Media Facilitators available 24/7 and on Demand</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Company Generated Leads are Split at 52% </strong>
<ul>
<li>Blogging Bonuses are available to make an extra 8%, maximum 60/40 Split potential
<ul>
<li>Each blog post is worth 2/10ths of a percentage point towards the next company lead transaction, 8% bonus Split cap</li>
<li>No Dollar Amount Limit on Blog Bonus</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">Revenue Share</span></h3>
<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">&#8220;I would rather earn 1% off a 100 people&#8217;s efforts than 100% of my own efforts.&#8221;</span> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://quotationsbook.com/author/6188/">Rockefeller, John D.</a></h3>
<p>We are proud to offer the Industry&#8217;s Best Residual Recruiting Revenue Share Plan. Every licensed Agent with eXp Realty is automatically enrolled in the eXp Revenue Share program and able to collect Residual Income by helping the company grow. Your potential to grow your own real estate business without having to invest in the infrastructure or take years to develop will never be more accessible. Become your own Team Leader and increase your revenue streams.</p>
<p>eXpansion Share: Sponsor (You) must be in good standing with the company as well as with the State where your license is held and hung with the company.</p>
<p>eXponential Share: Sponsor (You) must be in good standing with the company as well as with the State where your license is held and hung with the Company. Each level of eXponential Shares are received based on You having sponsored a minimum number of first level recruits who are also similarly in good standing with the Company and State where their license is held and hung with the Company. In any given month that you qualify for a particular eXponential bonus share level you will also receive any lower number share levels as well in the eXponential Share program.</p>
<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">Revenue Share Chart:</span></h3>
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<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">eXp Revenue Share Levels</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">eXpansion Rev Share %</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">Min. # of Active Personal Recruits for   eXponential Share</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">eXponential Rev Share %</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">Total eXp Revenue Share % (potential)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">1</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;"> </span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">1-4</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">3.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">3.5%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">2</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.2%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">5-9</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">3.8%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">4.0%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">3</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.1%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">10-14</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">2.4%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">2.5%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">4</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.1%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">15-19</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">1.4%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">1.5%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">5</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.1%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">20-24</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.9%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">1.0%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">6</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">25-39</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">2.0%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">2.5%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">7</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">0.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">40+</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">4.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">5.0%</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">Totals</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">1.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">+</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">18.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="color: #ff6600;">20%</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="http://exprealty.com/revenue-calculator/" target="_blank"><strong>Click here to see our special Revenue Share Calculator</strong>.</a> It will make your whole day.</p>
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<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://robleroy.exprealty.com/files/2010/01/exp-realty-200.jpg"></a>I know, that&#8217;s a LOT of information! Here&#8217;s a quick review&#8230; If you think you&#8217;d like to join our exciting new company, just click <a rel="nofollow" href="http://exprealty.com/?affid=robleroy" target="_blank">here</a> to sign up for more information!</p>
<h3><span style="color: #ff6600;">Top 12 Reasons Agents are Joining eXp Realty</span></h3>
<ol>
<li>The Industry&#8217;s Best Residual Recruiting/Revenue Share Program</li>
<li>Amazing Integrated Web Solutions/SEO Group</li>
<li>Multiple Revenue Streams and Business Planning/Accountability Workshops</li>
<li>Collaborative Blogging Platforms &#8211; Be at the Top of Google Searches</li>
<li>eXplosive Lead Generation Programs.</li>
<li>Low Split&#8217;s and Fee&#8217;s</li>
<li>Cutting Edge Real Estate Agent Tech Tools</li>
<li>Free Website Hosting and Free Business Cards</li>
<li>Green, Paperless, Low Carbon Footprint</li>
<li>On-demand Training 24/7 by Top Facilitators via eXp Virtual and eXp University</li>
<li>eXp is at the Forefront of Sponsoring Local Social Events, RE Camps and</li>
<li>$16k Annual Cap!!!</li>
</ol>
<p>Again, If you think you&#8217;re ready to join our exciting new company, just click <a rel="nofollow" href="http://exprealty.com/?affid=robleroy" target="_blank">here</a> to sign up for more information!</p>
<p>Or just call me at <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">206.883.6668</span></strong> or e-mail me at <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">rob.leroy@exprealty.com</span></strong></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[A little background on Rob LeRoy, the Real Estate Novelist: I am a real estate agent, social media marketing consultant, entrepreneur, and a real sweet kid&#8230; (Thanks, Mom&#8230;that phrase is a little outdated&#8230;but whatever&#8230;) I write about and sell real estate, working primarily with home-buyers in the Bellingham and Seattle metro areas, and writing about [...]]]></description>
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<h3><span id="about_span"><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">A little background on Rob LeRoy, the Real Estate Novelist: </span></strong> </span></h3>
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<p style="text-align: left;">I am a<span style="color: #ff6600;"> </span><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">r</span></strong><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">eal estate agent</span></strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">, </span><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">social media marketing consultant</span></strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">, </span><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">entrepreneur</span></strong>, and a real sweet kid&#8230; (Thanks, Mom&#8230;that phrase is a little outdated&#8230;but whatever&#8230;)</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">I write about and sell real estate, working primarily with home-buyers in the <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">Bellingham</span></strong> and <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">Seattle</span></strong> metro areas, and writing about real estate and life in the Northwest.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">I&#8217;m a big fan of <strong><a href="../guide-to-bellingham-part-5-live-bars/" target="_blank">live music</a></strong> and <strong><a href="../its-the-beer-that-binds-us/" target="_blank">micro-brews</a></strong>, both of which appear quite often in my writing. I take a laid-back, practical approach to my work, my writing and my life. It has always been my philosophy that life is best when you can find the humor in it all. Whatever doesn&#8217;t kill me makes me stronger, and the bastards never drag me down.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">I spend quite a bit of time coaching other real estate agents, artists, and small business owners on modern, social-media-based marketing opportunities. In particular, I help them to integrate sites like <strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/rfleroy?ref=profile" target="_blank">Facebook</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://twitter.com/rfleroy" target="_blank">Twitter</a></strong> into their marketing plans, and to understand the power of personal branding.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">For side-projects, I do event and party planning. Booking venues, bands, organizing themes and guest lists, etc. I&#8217;ve got about a dozen significant projects under my belt, usually birthday parties and small corporate events.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">In my free time I play my guitar, <strong><a href="../bellinghams-best-hike-blanchard-hill-bat-caves-and-oyster-dome/" target="_blank">hike in the hills</a></strong>, and spend a lot of time at the gym- mainly to offset my micro-brew enthusiasm. I travel whenever and wherever possible, always thirsting for new and exciting places, challenges and experiences.</p>
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<p><span id="about_span">That&#8217;s me, in a nutshell. For more, visit my profile on <strong><a href="http://www.peoplepond.com/robleroy" target="_blank">PeoplePond</a></strong>, or just follow the links in this post, over on the sidebar. (see below)</span></p>
<p>Lastly, I would like to step up to my soapbox for a minute and say that I take my work very seriously, even while I&#8217;m enjoying it. My Basque grandmother taught me to be honest, which I am&#8230; almost to a fault. It is not uncommon for me to shoot myself in the foot because I just can&#8217;t help myself- I just tell it like it is.  I detest the image of real estate agents as used-car salesmen, and I have little patience for the many agents out there who continue to conduct themselves in a manner that perpetuates that image.  I speak to my clients in plain English, provide solid information,  and I&#8217;m not afraid to tell them when they are making mistakes, even if it costs me a paycheck&#8230;it wouldn&#8217;t be the first time. Honesty reaps its own rewards&#8230;</p>
<p>I am available for prospective buyers and Realtors seeking marketing consulting, at <strong><a href="http://">rfleroy@gmail.com</a></strong>, or at <strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">206.883.6668</span></strong></p>
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<p style="margin: 0px;">Thanks for reading! Please leave comments or suggestions below, e-mail me at <strong><span style="color: #ff9900;">rob.leroy@exprealty.com</span></strong>, or call me at <span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>206.883.6668 </strong></span><strong><strong> &#8230;</strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">and yes, you CAN hire me as your real estate agent!</span></strong></p>
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