Life in North Texas... by a Realtor®

Discovering CloudHQ: A Real Estate Game-Changer! 🏡✨

Hi y'all!

Navigating the ever-evolving world of real estate, I recently found a gem: CloudHQ. I HAD to share this find with all of you, especially my fellow real estate specialists!

• What's CloudHQ?

Think of CloudHQ as the ultimate connector of your cloud accounts. It’s like linking your Google Drive to Dropbox or swiftly backing up property inspection notes from Evernote straight to Gmail. Yes, it's THAT cool.

• Why CloudHQ has been a boon for my real estate ventures:

1. Streamlined Property Listings:
Managing multiple listings across various platforms? CloudHQ syncs them all, ensuring I always have the latest property photos, descriptions, and details at my fingertips across all platforms.

2. Efficient Client Communication:
The Gmail templates feature has revolutionized my client interactions. From sending property details to sharing transaction updates, these templates ensure consistent, professional communication every time. One of my favorite things to use the templates for is to create emails that I have to send over and over again, allowing CloudHQ to easily insert this information into easy-to-navigate emails to my clients. 

3. Peace of Mind:
In real estate, lost documents can be a nightmare. With CloudHQ's real-time backup, all contracts, floor plans, and essential emails are safe and sound. Those accidental deletions? No longer a worry. Lost real estate documents can be a deal killer, not to mention a potential liability for real estate agents. CloudHQ's backup system allows me to keep all of my important real estate documents and records close at hand.

4. All-In-One Access:
From property videos on Google Drive to client feedback on Dropbox, everything is interconnected. This makes sharing resources with potential buyers or renters so much smoother.

5. Affordability:
Given the streamlined efficiency it’s brought to my real estate business, both the free and premium plans offer outstanding value.

In essence, CloudHQ has revolutionized the way I manage my real estate game. It's not just about technology; it's about making meaningful and efficient connections with clients.

For my real estate pals or those diving into the property market, definitely check out CloudHQ. 

Sending you all property prosperity and techy vibes! 🏡💕

P.S. Any real estate peeps already onboard the CloudHQ train? How’s your journey been? Let’s chat below! 💬👇

Note: Genuinely sharing my own experience here. Always ensure it resonates with your professional needs!

 

 

Another fabulous design sold by Arrowlane Boutique!

As promised, I am posting photos and a review of yet another fabulous top sold by Arrowlane Boutique; an online boutique based out of Oak Point, TX that gives back to their community and offers military discounts! They sent me several adorable blouses for me to wear and share my honest opinions with you.

This is the second top that I chose from their collection on their online store. This is the Lace Back Cold Shoulder Top and I ordered it in a size Small. I am 5'7" and fairly large-chested and this fit me perfectly. The material is very soft and comfortable; it is also very lightweight and breathable rayon/spandex mix which is a plus in our insane Texas heat. The color is a soft neutral which can be paired with virtually anything in your wardrobe. At just $21, this is a fashion STEAL! Shipping is only $3!

If you have not yet checked out Arrowlane Boutique, I encourage you to do so. Most of their items are made in America and it feels great to buy from a merchant who works hard to give back to their community. You won't be disappointed!

 

Arrowlane Boutique is FAB!

I am always on the hunt for cute clothes (who isn't?) and especially clothes that are comfortable, classy, and serve multiple purposes. As a REALTOR® in this Texas summer heat, I need clothing that looks great and is made of lightweight, breathable fabric. I was lucky enough to be contacted by Arrowlane Boutique of Oak Point, TX to review a few of their wonderful items in exchange for my honest opinions.

First of all, let me tell you a bit about Arrowlane Boutique... they are a new online boutique that is veteran-owned. Their goal is to support American jobs and they partner with manufacturers of items (most, if not all) that are proudly "Made in America". They also offer a military discount to their customers! Even more impressive to me is that each quarter, Arrowlane Boutique gives back a portion of their sales proceeds to their local food bank, and will even post the results of how many meals they were able to help provide. It feels fantastic to purchase from a company that is not only concerned about making things better for Americans and our military, but also those in need. This is a company that I can proudly stand behind and support with my purchases!

I chose several items to review, and I will be posting the first one today... watch for the next review soon!

This item that I chose is a gorgeous floral top with a unique criss-cross design in front and cut-out shoulders that are all the rage in the fashion world. The fabric doesn't wrinkle and is SOOOO comfortable and breathable! I wore it while previewing homes for my real estate clients, and even in the 100-degree Texas heat, I stayed cool and looked elegant yet comfy!

I am 5'7" and larger-chested; however a size Small fit me perfectly. This top fits generously and does not shrink up after washing. You can order this beautiful gem here:

Black Mix Floral Crisscross High Low Top

The prices at Arrowlane Boutique are also incredible! This top is currently just $20!

What are you waiting for? Check out Arrowlane Boutique and let me know what you think!

New Palmolive Fresh Infusions are refreshing, inexpensive, and effective!

I recently received this set of three Palmolive Fresh Infusions dish soap from Influenster to test and review. All three scents smell terrific - Ginger White Tea, Lemon Thyme, and White Basil - and are inexpensive but extremely effective! Ginger White Tea is my favorite scent, and it actually makes washing dishes by hand more fun when you can smell the exotic scent while still keeping hands soft. The long-lasting suds are strong enough to soak through grease and baked-on food in a very short time. I would have expected this product to cost more, but at Wal-mart it is very inexpensive (around $2.99) and the large bottles last a long time. This soap, unlike other dish detergents I have used, leaves no film or residue on my dishes, which allow them to be sparkly clean and shiny. The dishes actually look and FEEL cleaner than when I use my favorite brand! I highly recommend any of the three scents.

I received this product in exchange for an honest review from Influenster.com. There was no other compensation for this post. All opinions are my own.

 

Exciting Email from BigFanBoy.com!

Last week I entered to win free passes to see Star Trek: The Next Generation season 2 that were being graciously given away by BigFanBoy.com and I just received an email from Mark Walters informing me that I won the passes! I am very excited about this win, and look forward to an evening with Star Trek! Walters, a Dallas native, is the owner/creator of BigFanBoy.com, which is a leading resource on films, offering giveaways, reviews, and even celebrity and filmmaker reviews! If you haven't visited BigFanBoy.com before, check it out!

Thanks, Mark! I am so excited!

NYC Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil - My Favorite, Hands Down!

I am always on the hunt for amazing but inexpensive beauty products, and waterproof eyeliner is a must since I have allergies. My eyes water frequently, and if my eyeliner pencil is not truly waterproof, I will look like a crazed raccoon, rather than the bombshell diva I would like to pretend that I am! NYC Waterproof Eyeliner is amazing. It glides on smoothly, without tugging at delicate skin around the eyes. It lasts for hours without smudging, smearing, fading, or disappearing, and the best thing is the price! At only $3.99 each, I can purchase every color that they make. Try it for yourself - I think you will love it!

Crest® 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips - these are awesome!

I was lucky enough to receive a box of Crest® 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips from Influenster.com to try out and review, and just four days into the whitening "program", I am amazed at the results already! My teeth are already several shades whiter, and I can't wait to see the results after I have completed the 20 days of usage. These strips have a wonderful "seal", so that you can even drink water while wearing them. I can actually talk while wearing them, too, without fear that they might flop off mid-conversation, grossing out the nearest passerby. LOL!

So far, these are simply awesome - I will post my final review once my 20 days are complete!