If you have not heard of it, Blogburst is a syndication channel for some of the best news sources in the country.
If you would like some great online exposure I would suggest you try to get your blog approved at their site. My understanding is that it is not easy and they will not just add every site that applies for entry.
Some of the featured distribution channels for Blogburst are Reuters, USA Today, Gannett, Mcgraw-Hill, Chicago Sun Times, and Fox News.
I had not visited the site in a while and did not realize that a few of my recent posts were featured on some of the various news outlets.
I had done a post here at Active Rain a few weeks ago that was featured titled Federal Funds Rate drop V.S 30 Year Fixed Rate Mortgages. The article talked about how the general public and even many Realtors mistakenly assume that when the Fed drops the Federal Funds Rate, that there will be a corresponding drop in 30 year fixed rate mortgages as well.
What I didn't realize is that Reuters and The Chicago Sun Times also thought this was a news worthy post. Click the links and you will see the post at these sites.
I had also done a post in regards to one of the proposed stimulus packages designed to increase Real Estate activity across the country. This post was titled Home Buyer Tax Credits ~ A Stimulus Package that could Actually Work! You can see this post at Reuters as well.
Another post that was featured is how I incorporate the RealBird marketing platform into my online marketing efforts for the Real Estate and homes I am selling. This RealBird post was picked up by the Small Business Resource Center of Neilsen. Unfortunately, I noticed that part of my post showing the RealBird map widget did not get transfered.
The Blogburst site is just another way to get your message out to a larger audience!!
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That must be a lot of exposure to get featured with Reuters, Chicago Times, and Neilsen Through Blogburst. Have you received any business through blgburst?
Bill, that is awesome!! Can I say I featured it first - lol :)
Bill, I didn't see your article, but I'll check it out. What great information to provide for potential buyers. They all assume that the drop will be reflected in 30 year loans. ;-) Congrats!
Bill,
Some buyers are asking me about a tax break on foreclosure home purchases. Do you know anything?
Sandra Thanks I know you were one of the people to feature it!
Linda - You are too funny. Hey I would give it another shot, you never know.
Virginia - Thanks not sure about being an expert but at least a little bit knowledgable :)
Teri - It is funny how there is such a misunderstanding when it comes to the fed funds rate and the 30 year fixed rate mortgage. There should be more information about this on tv. More people would have a handle on how things work if there was more mentioned about it on the news.
Hi Bill,
Wow, you've become a star! It couldn't happen to a nicer person. Well done.
Chris - Thanks! Yes Google juice is terrific :)
Steve - You would be a great candidate for Blogburst. Good luck with it.
Lola- Your welcome! You would also be a great addition. I hope you can get in.
Lynda - Your comment is making me laugh. I certainly would not go that far :)
Gita - Thank you very much I really appreciate it!
Thanks for the great info! Your blog is fast becoming my favorite resource for online tools and info!
Hi Bill - congrats on all the exposure!! I've tried a couple of times with Blogburst, I'll keep trying. Thanks for the reminder, and congrats again!
Ann
Bill - you are like having my own personal real estate tutor!!!! You are my hero!
Tina in Virginia
Bill - Absolutely amazing ! Congratulation !
-- Zoltan
Mara - That is great! I am glad to hear things are picking up with Real Estate in your area!
Sandy - thanks a lot I appreciate it.
Natalie - Thanks - I would read the post about the difference between the Federal Funds Rate and 30 year fixed rate mortgages. There is some good information that many are not aware of :)
Candis - Thanks I like to share all the Real Estate resources I can find - it makes us all better Realtors!
Chris - Thanks I would absolutely try to get into Blogburst as the exposure will be great.
Ann, Lane, and Jason - I am surprised that you guys were not able to get in. I think all your work is excellent and you should be there!! I guess I got lucky!
Elizabeth - Thanks I hope you are able to get into Blogburst!
Cyndee there has to be something to it. Maybe I got lucky... there are too many good bloggers including yourself, that have not made it into Blogburst.
Susan - Thanks I really appreciate it.
Tina - Those are some pretty high expectations :) I will continue to try to give alll the best info I can find.
Zoltan - Thanks...hopefully you will get some exposure from this as well :)
Keely & Ryan - Thank you ver much for your kind remarks :)
Bob & Carolyn - I would certainly check it out and see if you can become a member of Blogburst.
Linda - You are the best!!
Russ - Thanks...the exposure at Active Rain is great for all of us!
Missy - Thanks! I would try to find out if you are in or not. Blogburst does give you some real nice exposure.
Adam - Your welcome my friend. You would be a prime candidate to represent Long Island with your awesome blog!
Renee - Thanks..no surprise you made it in!
Bill,
Congrats, nice to see a fellow Massachusetts Metrowest guy succeed!
Keep up the great posts
Bill,
As you know I have written on this a few times...mine have been syndicated since July of 2007...I have some currently featured on both Reuters and Chicago Sun Times....I guess Blogburst is very selective as to who they choose. I love it!
congratulations!! That really gives you major exposure and a nice slap on that back
congratulations!! That really gives you major exposure and a nice slap on that back
Neal - I sure do remember! I read your posts on Blogburst and pretty sure I had made comments on them.
Karen - Thanks..you never know about getting into Blogburst. I would give it a shot.
Robert - I could not agree more. Getting exposure on a National level through Blogburst has been great.
Richard - Thanks for your support.
Christopher - Thanks for your comments. Hope you are able to get into Blogburst.
Christy - Were you able to get into Blogburst? My understanding is that it is pretty difficult. I may have gotten lucky :)
Eric - Thanks!
Hi Dave - Internet exposure is great thats for sure :) Hope you are able to get in.
Kevin good luck with Blogburst! Having some national exposure is certainly worthwhile especially if you are able to obtain some backlincks to your blog or website.
Penny it is worth a shot - hope you can get in :)
Chuck - Thanks for your compliments!
Kelley - Your welcome. I wonder why they would not let you register an Active Rain blog? I am also surprised Real Estate was not a choice. I must have registered under business. It has been a while so I don't remember.
Hey Thanks for the heads up.
jc
Bill,
I forgot to mention that I have actually seen your on there too when I was looking at mine there was a link back to yours I remember clicking on it and seeing yours.
Bill,
Here are my latest....stats from Blogburst from an old article
Top 10 Publishers During Last 7 Days for Neal"The Real Deal"Bloom
Bill,
I'm sure you love it too...we seem to be the few that Blogburst let join...I'm surprised because there are some other really talented bloggers that are worthy.
Pam glad you found it to be useful. Once you have done some more work with you blog give it a shot :)
Kent thanks my friend!
Bill, that is very exciting.... Congrats!!!
I gave it a shot today (actually I had misplaced your blog and spent last evening looking for it - got it bookmarked now!!!)
I was not sure what category to put mine under so I went with business (agree about being surprised at no Real Estate section) Got a reply back within a few minutes that it was not accepted. I'll try again in a bit as I have only had the blog a couple of months. It could be it is not focused enough. Everything in this area revolves around Lake Powell - Real Estate included. Would appreciate it if you had time to check it out and drop me back some feedback http://www.lakepowellrealty.net
I think it is cool that places like bloghurst exist and that the everyday perspectives can get picked up and published. My heavens what a different world than just five years ago! Congrats!!
Wow! Very impressive stuff! Good for you Bill. Nice to see you getting such positive exposure. Keep up the good work!
It's a Good Life!
Fran
Linda - My 1st time hitting the delete button in a while :)
Steve - Thanks a million. Best of luck getting in.
Congratulations and thank you for this tip.