Posts from August 2024

My Lexus is 3 years old, and I have loved this SUV more than any other vehicle I've ever driven. It became my primary focus to buy a 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive that was a little higher off the ground than my previous car. The sedan I'd had previously was pretty, it was girly, it was easy to park; it was all the things. ALL of 'em. But one day I was on the island showing waterfront homes to out of state buyers and the sand was slightly damp from an early morning summer shower. My beautiful white (and sort of sparkly) car, with her beautiful leather seats and whatnot had the audacity to get stuck. I was mortified but, hey, I'm not trying to have a bad day so I let my clients know that it would be fine, and I would get help. The client-husband was having none of that; he wanted to save the day! So, there he was. A middle-aged gentleman from Arkansas, lying on his belly nex...

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August 16th, 2024

Are you excited today? I think we have reason to be excited. Now more than ever, people need "their Realtor" to be there for them. And now more than ever, most of our competitors are going to drop the ball!

I have never seen a better opportunity to win hearts and minds of people than today. It will never be this easy to stand out (amongst the negativity and confusion) and be seen as a trusted real estate resource by people in your sphere of influence. Don't forget, they know other Realtors, probably 5 or 6. This is your chance to become THE ONE they choose.

Here is what you should be focusing on right now:

1) Master the New

Obviously, we need to take extra time to make sure we understand and can explain all these changes and explai...

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I continue to hear "fear" or "anxiety" from REALTORS® about the upcoming changes in our industry as it relates to the NAR lawsuit and changes in our profession. 
 
As I have mentioned before, this is not the first change in our profession that has created fear or anxiety, and it will not be the last. I am not one to offer unsolicited advice, but I will share my mindset with you about change and I hope it will help you as we approach August 17, 2024. 
 
Confidence in any situation is key, especially related to change.
 
Accept your fear and anxiety. If this is what you're feeling, just embrace it and know these feelings are valid and are part of the process. Embracing change is learning how you feel about the change. It's OK . . . just go ahead and embrace it. You have fear and anxiety . . . now you're done.

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