If You Want to Make Easy Money on Real Estate, THIS POST IS NOT FOR YOU!

You know I should be writing about the Grand Riviera Suites and Golden Empire Tower, two of the prime condominium properties I've visited along Manila Bay but writer's block hit me and I don't know how to start it (I'll probably work on it tonight while looking at the stars and bright lights of the condo units near my place!). But then a message from a blog reader popped in my inbox sharing about how my House Hopper posts are helping them in their search for their dream house. They've been looking at different property listing sites but they find my property blog interesting and helpful. It made me smile... it touched me that's why for some reason I was able to write this lengthy post totally unplanned. 

As an online lead generator for Driven Marketing Group, I never expected that my adventures as a House Hopper will be this significant, heart-warming in a way and well, life-changing.  This blog post is about my real estate property blogging experience and how it changed the way I look at the industry and my attitude towards it.  

Because of my House Hopper blog page, I usually get message from my blog readers inquiring about the properties I've featured. Some are asking for my recommendations and additional information but majority is asking for help... "Gusto ko magkaroon ng sariling bahay. Sana po matulungan nyo kaming makahanap ng bahay at lupa na pwede sa amin ng pamilya ko."  is one of the messages I received and lately I'm reading those with a profound perspective.

You know, if not for my Driven OLG involvement under Ms.Janet Toral of Digital Filipino, I wouldn't really care about real estate industry. For so many years, I already feel "secured" and to borrow my Mama's words "Hindi mo na kailangang mag-worry kasi hindi ka matutulog sa kalsada." I was assured I have a home. 

HOUSE HOPPER spotted resting in one of the units of Grand Riviera Suites along Manila Bay. If you are looking for a condo unit along Roxas Boulevard very near US Embassy, I recommend you consider this property. Contact me for more details 09177398227 or check my blog post about it. 

Now, aside from travel and tourism, I also give #SSStalk on Digital Marketing for Real Estate Industry

I am passionate in so many things but not in real estate. For a long time I had this "I don't care" attitude when it comes to saving for my own house and lot. I don't have the same drive with my colleagues who are striving to have their own nest but I changed when I saw the bigger picture that's way beyond my own dreams and comfort zone.

THROWBACK: I WAS LOST AND LOOKING FOR A SIGN
I'll be a hypocrite if I say that I instantly love real estate... Nope, it was not a love at first sight. It was more of a "to get by" thing that I need to do while I am still figuring out what I really want to do this year... I was feeling low and lost last summer after I failed to get the international tourism scholarship I long for. 

It was also about that time when Ms.Janet asked me what I want to do next. I said I'm still trying to figure that out but I'm very certain that I really want to take my MBA in Tourism... How? I don't know; I failed to come up with a back-up plan... 

So as one of my mentors, Ms.J asked me to join the Driven Online Lead Generation Network. "Mahilig ka naman magbyahe, i-check mo na rin kaya un iba't ibang properties tapos i-blog ang site trip experience mo." she said. 


As one of her CBSME graduates, I said yes half-heartedly and that's how HOUSE HOPPER came to life...
out of despair and out of my plan because "I don't know what should I do next in my life!" 

5 MONTHS LATER, things are getting clearer to me...
My property blogging experience was a roller coaster ride... there were moments I just want to give up especially during the first few weeks because it's not something that I am really passionate about. But you know, being an optimist and a strong believer of FUN, I tried to look at the brighter side so I started to enjoy everything that I do as a DrivenOLG. The moment I changed my attitude towards real estate was also a moment of big realizations for me. 

DID YOU KNOW that when I was in elementary, my dream was to become an engineer. It was during Ms.Intramurals Beauty Pageant when the host asked me what I want to become when I grow up and I answered "I want to become an engineer because I want to build tall buildings." I love sketching and drawing different kind of houses when I was little. Mama even told me that my second name "Allison" was inspired by the name of a beautiful building she saw when she was pregnant with me. 

It was during my site tripping in Bulacan when I was reminded of that childhood dream and I got excited when I realized that somehow, through my House Hopper adventures, I am fulfilling a part of that dream. I got too delighted about it that's why I was able to make my first ever video blog for House Hopper! 
Please watch it and let me know what you think about it. :-) 

What can I say? I already like what I do now and I think I am falling inlove with this industry too! You see, I realized a new calling... and that is to make a difference in the lives of Filipino families by helping them find their dream property. During the homily last night, the priest talked about dreams and asked us "ANONG PANGARAP MO?" The homily almost made me cry because for so long I only cared about my dreams however this time I realized it's not just about me anymore... It now about the BIG dreams of other people and how I can be an instrument to make those dreams happen. 

PANGARAP NG BAWAT PAMILYANG PILIPINO ANG MAGKABAHAY.
Yes, every Filipino family dream of having their own house and lot or invest in a condo. Most of our hardworking OFWs aim to give a good life to their family, send their children or siblings to a reputable school and save for their dream house. "Gusto kong magkaroon ng bahay at lupa." is a common answer why many of us work with sweat and blood. And that's why this is now part of my calling. I've decided to answer this call for help and take it as part of my sole searching soul advocacy...
- to help Filipino Families make informed decisions before they purchase
- to give them list and options of available real estate properties and ultimately, to make their dream home a reality! 

Today, my HOUSE HOPPER blog page is more than just a space for me to promote different properties and share about my site trip experience. Actually, it is not about me anymore... but rather it is about my blog readers who are still dreaming of having their own house and lot. 

It's more than the sale! I can honestly say that Real Estate Blogging is now closer to my heart. It's not just about generating leads anymore, it's way more than that. It's an unexpected advocacy... a calling that I adhere to answer with "Real Estate with Real Service from Real People" together with this fellow driven individuals. 

Now I remember why D.J. Dimaliuat, one of the 5 founders of DRIVEN Marketing Group, emphasized that "DRIVEN Cares". I also come to fully realize that their brokers and agents use the hashtags like #IamDRIVEN #IamCommitted by heart, not just for a mere social media post... This industry demands commitment and dedication to serve... you have to have that passion to serve and make things happen, not only for yourself but for other people. 

With our regular training session and meet-up with Drivenites and Driven Elite, I've witnessed the positive company culture of DRIVEN Marketing Group as well as experienced some part of their activities. I can say that they are not driven by sales alone. More than that, they are DRIVEN by their passion and commitment to make a change in the life of their agents and clients. More than making money, it is about helping Filipino Families find and have their dream home. And now I can see myself sharing that same passion and dream with them. 
I am Driven to help Filipino Families find their dream house. 

Browse my House Hopper blog page or check the CATEGORIES on the side bar to look for properties. 

Oh time flew fast!!! As I was typing this blog post, I received a call from a blog reader asking for my referral for an affordable retirement house in Cavite. His father is working in Saudi and will soon retire because of old age. They want to invest in a house and lot outside Metro Manila where they can live comfortably. If you also need information and assistance in finding your dream house and lot or condo unit, do not hesitate to contact me. 

LET US HELP YOU BUILD YOUR DREAM. 

I am your HOUSE HOPPER Apple Allison and I'll help you find your dream home together with the trustworthy and committed DRIVEN family. You can send me a message using this CONTACT FORM or feel free to call/text my mobile number 0917 739 8227. 

#Driven Groupie!

Posted by Apple Allison on Thursday, June 11, 2015

REAL ESTATE PROPERTY BLOGGING GIVES ME OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW.
It opened a white space for me to color and fill with values. 

Ms.Janet Toral, e-Commerce Advocate, features my HOUSE HOPPER blog page in her various talks in the Philippines as well as international presentations on Digital Marketing for Real Estate Industry. 

I was able to attend several events related to Real Estate and this also inspired me to have my formal blog for this industry. REALESTATEGUIDE.asia will soon be ready to serve you with tips and news related to real estate developments. 

"GROW YOURSELF TO GROW OTHERS!"  That's one of the key lesson I got from Ms.Janet. Within 5 months of my real estate property blogging, I am happy to be given the chance to share my experience and knowledge to other people through several #SSStalk about Digital Marketing for Real Estate Industry. 

#HouseHopper had a long yet very meaningful day at #SMX Convention Center MOA... Will be back again tomorrow for another #SSStalk on storytelling and content marketing under the digital marketing for tourism module of @digitalfilipino for #WOFEX University. #TAAP #solesearchingsoul #40DaysofGreatness #lgg4 @lgphilippines #sssforlgg4 #vblog #Instavid #igers #RealEstateGuide #digitalfilipino #ASEAN

A video posted by Sole Searching Soul (@msappleallison) on Aug 5, 2015 at 8:41am PDT

I am also very privileged to meet and mingle with key personalities in real estate industry especially those who encouraged me to make my new blog RealEstateGuide.asia happen!

Selfie with Jacqueline Van Den Ende, founder and managing director of 
LAMUDI Philippines. 

I was scammed! I thought I'll be making lots of money as an online lead generator but I ended up getting more than what I've asked for... I earned more than what money can buy... new friends, mentors and connections! 
I have a new passion and my life has now a direction.

DID YOU KNOW that to fully understand this industry, I enrolled in a Continuing Professional Development for Real Estate? 
I am not required to take this 12 hours class but it is part of my commitment to be better as a real estate property blogger and an online lead generator. 
I grow myself so that I can give more to others. 

LET'S GROW TOGETHER AND 
ACHIEVE OUR BIGGEST DREAMS!

And if your dream includes owning your own house and lot, investing in a townhouse, or getting a luxury condo unit, please let me know. 
I'm just a message away! Buzz me on 0917 739 8227.