About Nick Bastian
Website: http://www.raillife.com/blog
Profile: Nick Bastian has been selling real estate in Arizona for the past 16 years. Utilizing "Social Media" (blogging, on-line networking, etc.), Nick has greatly extended his reach to consumers while driving more traffic to his web sites. In 2006, Nick co-founded RailLife.com, a dynamic resource for the community and for the thousands of people living along and near the upcoming light rail line in the Phoenix area.
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REBlogworld - So, you think you can blog? REBlogworld - So, you think you can blog?

So, you are a blogger? Or, maybe, like many of us, you would like to try to become a better blogger? Either way, there is an amazing opportunity (see excuse to go) coming soon to Las Vegas. It is called…? Blogworld and New Media Expo.  For the real estate and mortgage industries, a “must attend” Friday conference will be REBlogworld... [Read more of this review]

Tweet Up, Meet Up, Geek Up.. Tweet Up, Meet Up, Geek Up..

Steve Belt and I are planning a meetup at Depot Cantina 8/5 ~5pm in Tempe. All Tweeps, Twealtors, Rainer’s, bloggers, geeks and heck, everyone is invited! At AZREBN, we didn’t get to meet this month. This is a perfect excuse opportunity to get together! There is always a lot to talk about. :-) Hope you can make it! Nick ** Update** You... [Read more of this review]

Blog Info Bonanza Blog Info Bonanza

The success of the Arizona Real Estate Blogging Network has been fun to watch. But just because we have taken this month off from our regularly scheduled meetings, doesn’t mean that you don’t have an opportunity to learn a TON about blogging in July. In fact, that is FAR from the truth. Next week, in San Francisco, there are two events that... [Read more of this review]

Active Rain “Outside Blog’s” - More choices 4 U Active Rain “Outside Blog’s” - More choices 4 U

It’s official.. As of yesterday, the long rumored, Active Rain “outside blogs” have launched. For some, this might be great news, for others, it might just be another decision to have to make. The choice of platforms can be confusing; Wordpress, TypePad, Blogger, Active Rain and many others. Either way, if you are new to blogging,... [Read more of this review]

A few reasons to blog.. A few reasons to blog..

I began blogging about a year and a half ago. VERY slowly at first but it has picked up (slightly) as I learn more of the benefits for myself and for my clients. Yes, my clients. You see, I have never been a “writer.” (many will probably attest to that) BUT, for the past 15+ years, I have been a REALTOR. It is in my blood, it is what I... [Read more of this review]

Re-Cap of Unchained Re-Cap of Unchained

Today was the first day of the “Unchained” social media marketing conference in Phoenix. I met / saw a couple of people from the Active Rain community and talked with some really nice people from several other states as well. One of the speakers was Mary McKnight from RSS Pieces. Mary often gives tips on PageRank, SEO, BackLinks and a ton... [Read more of this review]

Blog Info Galore @ AZREBN Blog Info Galore @ AZREBN

For many of us, blogging is pretty new. You might not realize how much information is out there for people that want to learn. If that’s the case, you are in the right spot. Soon, Candace will be sending out details on our next AZREBN meeting. You really don’t want to miss it. This past week, I attended a class at SEVRAR and another class... [Read more of this review]

Agents have a thirst for Blogging Agents have a thirst for Blogging

Yesterday, I attended a blogging class at SEVRAR taught by Rob Gibbs. Rob did a great job answering a ton of questions and by providing a nice lay out of relevant information. The class was very well attended and gave a nice over view blogging. Some of the items of discussion were. Blogging - What is it? Blogging Platforms - Word Press, Blogger,... [Read more of this review]

Why Are We Here? Why Are We Here?

Just some first thoughts of what will be an exciting network of people sharing ideas about a common interest.. “Blogging.” I’m sure others will give us examples of what is to come very soon. Here, you will find information about creating a blog, marketing with a blog and having fun with a blog. We will discuss learning about trackbacks,... [Read more of this review]

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