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Rutgers MBA Open House at PHH Mortgage in Mount Laurel on June 3

Rutgers MBA Open House in Mount Laurel on June 3Rutgers University MBA Open House Mount Laurel, NJ

May 28, 2009

For Immediate Release

CAMDEN --  An open house for those interested in pursuing a master of business administration (MBA) degree from the Rutgers School of Business–Camden through courses offered in Burlington County will be held at PHH Mortgage in Mount Laurel from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 3.

Prospective students will learn about the academic program, career options, admissions process and financial aid opportunities available through the Rutgers MBA program.

Hosted at PHH Mortgage in Mount Laurel, Rutgers MBA classes are offered by the Rutgers School of Business–Camden, the first institution in southern New Jersey to earn accreditation by the respected AACSB-The International Association for Management Education.

The Rutgers MBA offers concentrations in accounting, finance, marketing, management, international business, health-care management, and e-commerce technology.

A joint MBA/JD program, offered with the Rutgers School of Law–Camden, is available for students wishing to earn two professional degrees on an accelerated schedule.

The Rutgers MBA Open House will be held at PHH Mortgage, located in Bishop’s Gate Building #1 on Route 38 East, in Mount Laurel.

For more information, call (856) 225-6452 or send email.  Directions and registration are available online.    


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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Sometimes We Need Help

Talk to anyone who knows me or spend some time reading my blog and you will soon know that I know that I am the best Realtor & Real Estate Consultant in Burlington & Camden County, NJ.  This is not to say that I am big headed.  On the contrary.  I believe that I do a wonderful job for my clients.  My clients also believe this because they constantly refer their family, friend and people they love to me.

As a top notch Realtor, I am not afraid to recommend my colleagues who will also do a great job for you.  Recently, I needed to hire a Realtor.  There are times when it makes sense to hire someone else to negotiate deals for you.  As a Realtor, this keeps you at arms length from the transaction.  It also helps to give the impression of fairness.

I hired Valerie Belardo from RE/MAX Tri County. One of the things I was looking for in a Realtor was someone who had an online presence, experience and someone who was a reasonable person.  After completing my first phone call with Valerie, i knew that I had my Realtor.

Valerie was always professional.  There were times in the negotiation where I was just totally fed up and angry.  Valerie was always calm and worked to negotiate the deal.  Her team was also just as professional and knowledgeable.  To top it all off, Valerie is a very nice person.  She is someone who I am proud to call my colleague and now....friend. 

Even though we don't work for the same company and even though we compete for business in some of the same areas, I am proud to recommend Valerie Belardo for your consideration. 

Thank you Valerie.....you did a great job for me and I would not hesitate to hire you again.


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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Keller Williams Realty Dominates Annual Surveys: Why Aren't You Here Yet?

 Keller Williams Realty Brokerages Dominate Annual Industry Surveys
3rd largest company in U.S. the only major franchise to show growth

"According to two of the industry's most comprehensive annual surveys, Keller Williams Realty brokerages continue to defy the pervasive downturn in the industry by growing and expanding."

"RISMedia's Power Broker Report and REAL Trends'  REAL Trends 500 rank the largest residential real estate brokerages in the U.S. based on transaction sides and sales volume. This year, Keller Williams Realty had more brokerages on both lists than any other real estate brand."

"In the REAL Trends 500 report, Keller Williams Realty dominated, with its offices comprising more than a quarter of the entire list. Of all the major brands represented in the report, Keller Williams was the only company to boast growth in both number of agents added to its ranks and in total transactions closed."

I recently joined Keller Williams and I can tell you that I think it is a great company for both new and experienced agents.  IMHO, recently licensed agents will not find a more supportive company to begin their career with.  One of the things that I like is that there is a flat fee per month. For me, it is approx $67.00/month.  For that fee, I have access to a wealth of training and technology tools....websites with IDX (very simple to build), contact management, publications, postcards, online training, etc. 

If your current company is working well for you, congratulations.  If you are unhappy or just getting into real estate, I invite you to talk to me about KW.  If you are in the Burlington/Camden County, NJ area, we can discuss over a cup of coffee. 

This is going to be an exciting year in real estate for me.

What Kind of Year Will YOU Have?

 


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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My Love For The Open Road: How It All Began

My Love For The Open Road:  How It All Began

by Leander McClain

I recently purchased a motorcycle.  Most people say, "I didn't know you were a biker".  I have to admit that I love the open road.  This is an affair that started about 40 years ago.  Let me tell you a story.

 When I was a kid, new neighbors moved in two doors away. They had a daughter and to my glee two sons; Billy and David Powell.  As it turned out, they became like family.  I spent countless hours at their house.  One year for Christmas, they received Big Wheels.  Oh boy, the neighborhood was in trouble.  You see the Powell's driveway sloped upward and had a level area at the top.  This was GREAT for us.  We would see how fast we could ride down the driveway.  Oh I forgot to say that the driveway ended abruptly, so we had to jam the steering wheel to the left or right to make a quick turn onto the sidewalk.  If you have ever ridden a Big Wheel, you know that this motion will make the rear end spin around.  Oh we had fun.  We wore out more than one Big Wheel doing that for hours and hours, day in and day out.  I always dreamed of having a Big Wheel, but never did.....but my neighbors always let me ride theirs. Thanks Rob & David.  I'll never forget the fun times we had. 

 One Christmas, I received a bicycle.  It wasn't the Schwinn Apple Crate that I had my eye on, but it was mine.  The boys in the neighborhood spent countless hours riding on our bikes.  There was Antwan Bullock, Alonzo Bullock, Abernathy Brown, Dennis Brown, Huey Brown and Jeff Howard. We would leave early on Saturday morning and might not show up at home until evening (unless we got hungry....but we rarely did).  We lived close to Port Elizabeth.  At that time, the port was very quiet on the weekend.  So we rode & explored and went many places that we probably shouldn't have been, but we were boys....free from moms glare...on our bikes.  Life couldn't get better. 

 In my teenage years, I finally talked my mom into letting me buy a mini bike.  Man was I happy.  Powered by a 3.5HP Briggs & Stratton motor, I was in heaven.  I never had the new mini bike that I used to drool over in the Sears catalogue.  Most came from police impound auctions or were assembled from various parts scavenged around the neighborhood.  I was still very happy.  My last mini bike limped home with a broken fork and broken riders (might have had something to do with those railroad tracks we decided to ride down behind an active warehouse.....lol).  The fork let go in the middle of Dowd Avenue and left myself and Antwan in a pile on the side of the road...ouch that hurt.

 Many years later, Antwan brought a used motorcycle ($200 - what a bargain).  I told him that he was crazy and was going to kill himself.  Soon after, he taught me how to ride and I was hooked.  I was off on a search for my own bike. Antwan and I scoured the state.  He would often get a call from me saying we had to go to a town 200 miles away tonight...to look at a bike (you see Antwan was my test pilot because I could not ride too good at that point).  He never complained.  That's a friend for you.  Thanks Antwan....I never forgot.

 Finally, I brought a 1980 Honda CM400T.  Purchased while in college from a guy we called "Death Wish Dave".....that's a story for another day J.  I rode that for a number of years and then purchased a bike that I have always loved....a 1982 Honda V45 Magna.  You see at this time, Jeff had a V65 Magna.  I always thought he was going to kill himself as he came by me on the highway doing 80 on 1 wheel.  Jeff was crazy, but he loved riding that bike.  As it turns out, the bike wasn't the thing killed him.  Miss you Jeff....I never forgot all of the good times we had.

 When I decided that I wanted a new bike, I was going to get a sport bike.  My nephew Chad brought me back down to earth when he said "Pops, you are old.  Get a Harley, sit back and chill out".  I have to admit that he was right (not about being old J).  So this week, I brought a new bike.  A Harley-Davidson Super Glide.  She is pretty, she is shiny and new.  Once again, I am happy.  I am like that little boy I once was when I got the new bike for Christmas.  I can't wait to get outside and ride.

 I plan to ride many, many miles.  I will remember the journey and my friends that help me along the way.  I will never forget my childhood friends.   You see without them and the experiences we had, I would not be who I am today.  I love all you guys.  Thank You.

I Live To Ride

I Ride To Live


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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Turn Your Books Into Reference Books w/ Spiral Binding

!Now Here This!

This post is not a commercial for any particular book.  Yes, I happen to work for Keller Williams Realty.  Yes, Gary Keller wrote the book I am using for an illustration. (I do however think Shift by Gary Keller is a great book that every Realtor should have in his/her briefcase)....but I digress.

This morning, I stopped by my local Office Max and they were able to cut off the original binding and insert a spiral binding.  Now you may be saying to yourself,

WHY WOULD I WANT TO DO THAT??

I can tell you why.....you want to hear it?  Here it Go.

1.  allows you to open the book and lay it flat on the table (see picture #2)

2.  Allows you to fold the book so that you are looking at one page (instead of 2 in a traditional book).  The mind is funny, when you are looking at one page instead of two.  You tend to concentrate on what's on that page rather than thinking about how much more reading you have to do before you can turn the page. 

3.  With the book folded to show only one page, its easy to put the book down and come back to the exact page.

4.  The pages turn easier

4.  The spiral binding looks cool

5.  You can be one of the first people in your office to have this

6.  It's cheap.  This book cost me $3.56 (with 35% coupon in the back of the book). Regular price was less than $5.00

This is also great for cookbooks.  Any of you who are aspiring chefs know how much you appreciate a cookbook that lies flat on the counter.

Good Luck

 

 

 

 


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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FREE Popcorn From Yahoo

FREE POPCORN

Yahoo is celebrating the end of analog TV as we know it.  In its lates promotion, Yahoo is giving away free popcorn.

WANT SOME?

 

The Yahoo free popcorn deal allows you to submit your name, address, phone number, and e-mail - and receive a free bag of popable goodness in the mail. It's part of Yahoo's digital TV transition page.

"Cuddle up with your old TV before transitioning to digital and get a FREE bag of popcorn, courtesy of Yahoo!" the site says.

Click Here To Claim YOUR FREE POPCORN

 

Enjoy

Have a Great Day


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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New Jersey Commuters & Carpools: Resources To Save Money

Are Commuting Costs Getting Out of Control??

If you commute to work by driving your car, you may have noticed that the price of gas is going up.  The NJ Department of Transportation offers assistance for riders who are interested of carpooling.  

Sharing your ride to work - in a carpool, vanpool, bus, train, shuttles or a combination of these - is called ridesharing. Commuting just 15 miles each way can cost as much as $ 1,764 per year. Sharing the ride with just one other person can cut your commuting costs in half.

The state of NJ has a website that provides a wealth of information for commuters and would  be car poolers

www.nj.gov/transportation/commuter/rideshare/

Good luck and Happy Commuting

 

 


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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When Leander McClain Is YOUR Realtor, It's All About YOU!

It's Not About Me!

The photo to the right is the back of my business card.  You will notice that my picture is on the back.  I struggled with the idea of including a picture of myself.  In the end, I wanted people to look at the card and remember my face.  I want them to remember how well I listened.  I want them to remember how I did not forget the smallest details that were so very important to them...the son with allergies, the husband who loves motorcycles, the mother loves to bake and dreams of opening a  bakery, the child with special needs, the grandmother who will be moving in with the family, the special cultural needs of the family,

Whether buying or selling, each family has "special needs or wants".  These are the things that are important to my clients...so they had better be important to me also. 

Too many Realtors are lifetime members of the IME Club

I am a member of the 6 trillion dollar club

I have been selling real estate ever since Moses docked the ark.

My Great, Great, Great, Great Grandmother sold George Washington his first house.

I, I, I, I, ME, ME, ME, ME, MY, MY, MY, MY, MY

Who Cares?

When it comes to helping clients find the right home, THEY DO NOT WANT TO HEAR ABOUT YOU! In fact, what they really want is for you to listen to them.

In my opinion, this is what separates me from the rest and makes me the best Realtor & Real Estate Consultant in Burlington & Camden County, NJ. 

It's all about YOU & YOUR FAMILY

If you are looking to buy or sell, I invite you to find out for yourself.  If you are not happy with the service provided to  you and your family, I will print your negative comments on my blog with a bold headlines that read "____________ was unhappy with Leander McClain's Service". 

In the meantime,  have a great day.

Make This YOUR Best Year Ever

 

 


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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Kids Bowl Free all across the USA

This is great information brought to us via a fellow Realtor Dee Dee Jone in Hampton Roads, VA


Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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Via DeAndrea "Dee Dee" Jones The Hampton Roads Real Estate Lady! (Wainwright Real Estate):

 

AMF bowling centers is offering a great free deal. 

Kids under the age of 15 can bowl 2 free games EVERYDAY, ALL SUMMER LONG.  With the price of bowling this is a great offer. 

You can also buy and adult pass good for 4 people for $23.95. 

  • Select a bowling center near you.
  • Register directly on the bowling center page (The registration is valid only at the bowling center where you register and cannot be used at any other bowling center unless otherwise noted.)
  • For more details visit http://www.kidsbowlfree.com/amf.php 

     

    This info brought to you by the Hampton Roads Real Estate Lady Dee Dee Jones 

    DJonesRealEstate.com

    Mercer County, NJ Head To Toe Womens Expo: May 2, 2009 ~ Free Admission

    The Ultimate Girls Day Out

    Hosted by Mercer County Woman Newspaper

    Saturday, May 2, 2009

    Robbinsville High School

    155 Edinburgh-Robbinsville, Rd (Rte 526), Robbinsville, NJ 08691

    9AM to 3PM

    Shopping, Health Screenings, Door Prizes & Give-Aways, Restaurant Row, Fun & Informative Seminars

    FREE, FREE, FREE ADMISSION

    Sampling of Seminars Offered:

    • A Way Out of the Weigh-In ~ Karen Paritee, Life Coach
    • How Healthy Is Your House ~ Laura Gill, CMI
    • Womens Heart Program ~ UPenn Health System Mercer Bucks Cardiology
    • Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy ~ Dr. Kate Thomsen
    • How To Design YOur Front Landscape ~ Stuart L. Crell, Landscape Architecht
    • Non-invasive Cosmetic Procedures For Today's Woman ~ Dr. Nicole Schraeder
    • Women & Anger ~ Anger & Relationship Institute
    • Mood Food ~ Rose C. Payne, Director, High Level Wellness, LLC
    • Womens Health Topic @ Capital Health
    • Decorating With Style On A Budget ~ Sciacca's upholstering & Design Center
    • Many, Many More

    For Further Information Call 609-890-4054 or visit www.mercercountywoman.com

     


    Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct

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