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Mike Bowler Sr

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mbowlersr   July 6th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
Updated my Tomato University Profile
mbowlersr   April 20th, 2010 at 4:34 pm

Happy to see things have rolled out on Tomato University. This is a shot in the arm for REALTORS everywhere.

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About Me:

Mike Bowler Sr. started his career in 1978; he has been a Coldwell Banker franchise broker/owner/general manager/trainer/sales associate over the past 27 years with the same company that has experienced many mergers and acquisitions. Mike also owns a company called PRETEC (Professional Resources, E-Business, Technology, Education, & Consulting) He has an extensive background in real estate brokerage management and training. Hundreds of Realtors have been educated and consulted by Mike throughout his 32 year career. Mike is a believer in Social Media and was named in 2009 TOP 25 MOST CONNECTED REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS by PROXIO and selected by Inman News as one of 50 Most Influential Online.

How long have you been in the Real Estate industry?

32 years

What got you into Real Estate?

Bought and sold 6 homes in 13 years transferring within the state of Michigan. My wife, Sharon and I became interested in real estate and got licensed in 1978.

What is your favorite thing about your chosen career?

I am a student of my industry. I have enjoyed the changes, challenges and rewards of working hard, learning all the time and sharing with others.

What niche do you target?

Helping others accomplish what they are passionate about.

When you're not working you are...

Being a good grandpa

Where did you grow up?

Michigan. I love our state, the water, the 4 seasons and the people.

What topics are you interested in learning more about?

As stated above, I am a student of our industry, so I try to stay abreast to all.

What are your current marketing strategies?

Internet marketing by Blogging and other social media tools like Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. YouTube and many others have also helped my career.

My Blog Feed
Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:16:11 +0000
This Thursday Sharon and I are planning a little field trip to the MSU Museum. I have been wanting to see the Masks exibit all since last year and it ...

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:40:20 +0000
Approaching the new year it only makes common sense to me that we be realistic about the real estate market which has suffered a terrible blow over the past five years ...

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:55:01 +0000
A major fire destroyed St. Vincent De Paul building on Elm and South Washington, Lansing, Michigan over the weekend. Everything inside, including clothes and furniture is a total loss. The ...

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:28:23 +0000
Ten Reasons to Sell Your Home in the Winter. 1. Fewer Showings, less buyers, but those buyers that are left are usually very serious about making a purchase. 2. Less ...

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 12:49:20 +0000
The Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau send out a nice email this week to remind us of some wonderful Holiday events that are coming this month and next. I ...

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