Salute to Uncle Sam
July 2, 2010 by Dave Tipton · Leave a Comment
The Story of Our Real Live Uncle Sam For close to 200 years the U.S. government as a whole had been known as “Uncle Sam”, but where did the name come from? You might assume that the original Uncle Sam was a well known political figure, but the man himself had more to do with [...]
Brandon Florida Realtors Kick Off Military Phone Card Program
June 28, 2010 by Dave Tipton · 1 Comment
Serving your country in the military is a very noble endeavor. Being away from your family and friends while serving is a gigantic sacrifice and there is no better feeling than to speak to those at home during a break in their duties where ever that may be. Dave Tipton, broker and manager of Florida’s [...]
Going Greek In Brandon FL
June 15, 2010 by Dave Tipton · Leave a Comment
Amidst tough economic times the restaurant, Acropolis Greek Taverna, opened in the Winthrop Town Centre at Bloomingdale Avenue and Providence Road. The popular restaurant and bar concept which has two other locations; 1833 E. Seventh Ave. in Ybor City and at 14947 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard in North Tampa. Acropolis is well known for its [...]
Outdated Sales Techniques Linger
June 2, 2010 by Dave Tipton · 1 Comment
Priced to Sell…. Motivated Seller…. Owner Says Sell….. Bring All Offers…. Mrs. Clean lives Here…. You have probably seen these “Cutsie Phrases” displayed if you have looked at any real estate advertising either in print or on the internet. These phrases have been lurking around the real estate business since well before I came into [...]
Memorial Day- A Day of Rememberance
May 29, 2010 by Dave Tipton · Leave a Comment
Many of our countrymen will observe Memorial Day this “last Monday in May” holiday with travel, shopping and picnics. I don’t think that there is anything wrong by celebrating the holiday in this manner. As with any other major holidays, celebrating usually involves family and friends. What we must never do though is forget [...]
