Dwayne's Blog

Reward For Responsibility

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:25:49 -0600

The tax credit for first-time homebuyers was extended into 2010 yesterday with Congressional Approval. The bill is awaiting the signature of the president. This is good news for buyers because Senator Isakson added a tax credit to buyers who are looking to upgrade buyers who would like to take advantage of these market conditions and upsize their living conditions. This can be seen as a reward for those who are homeowners and have managed their responsibly.

The way I understand this bill is that first-time buyers can receive an $8000 tax credit (or 10% of purchase price, whichever is less). Also under this new plan, buyers who have owned their home for 5 consecutive years of the last 8 will be eligible for a $6500 tax credit.

To qualify, buyers will have to have a signed purchase agreement on or before April 30, 2010 and close the loan on or before June 30. The income limitations have also been expanded. The limitation for a single taxpayer is $125,000 and $225,000 for joint returns.

Now is STILL the time to buy. The foreclosure inventory is shrinking, so the really good deals are starting to be fewer and fewer. If you’ve thought about selling your present home that you’ve lived in for the past five years and upsizing – now is a great time with low interest rates and lower home prices.

I’m not a “hand-out” kind of guy, but I do like it when people who have been fiscally responsible are rewarded with a “tax break” of sorts.

Press on!!

Dwayne

Dwayne Hicks, REALTOR

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, Georgia

www.westgarealty.com

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Laughter in the AM

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:53:39 -0500

I love to laugh especially in the morning - it just seems to affect my whole day in a positive way. I was checking my facebook status earlier and a friend posted some redneck terms in her status and it cracked me up. Check this out....

Redneck Medical Terms:

Benign - What you be, after you be eight;

Artery - The study of paintings;

Bacteria - Back door to cafeteria;

Barium - what doctors do when patients die

(Thanks Chris Lilly for posting)

Laughter is good for the body and soul - and keeps us sane for the moment :-)

Have a great Tuesday!

Dwayne Hicks

Associate Broker

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA

westgarealty.com

Trick Or Treat!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:40:12 -0500

If you start you day with a smile - it might make people notice you and wonder what you're up to!! I checked my email early this morning and found this funny Trick or Treat story - it will help you smile. Check this out....

TOP EIGHT SIGNS YOU'RE TOO OLD TO BE TRICK OR TREATING

8. You get winded from knocking on the door.

7. You have to have another kid chew the candy for you.

6. You ask for high fiber candy only.

5. When someone drops a candy bar in your bag, you lose your balance and fall over.

4. People say, "Great Keith Richards mask!" and you're not wearing a mask.

3. When the door opens you yell, "Trick or..." and can't remember the rest.

2. You have to carefully choose a costume that won't dislodge your hairpiece.

1. You're the only Power Ranger in the neighborhood with a walker.

(Thanks to my bud Mikey for posting this!! Find him at mikeysfunnies.com - good clean humor with a ministry heart :-))

He also points out that YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook are merging. It'll be called You-Twit-Face. ;-)

Have a great Monday everyone - dig deep - work hard to do things differently today in order to get different results!!

Press on!!

Dwayne Hicks, Realtor

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA 30117

westgarealty.com

God Cares About Honesty In The Workplace

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:53:56 -0500

My spiritual journey has me in the middle of Proverbs - the wise sayings of King Solomon. He has some insightful things to say about all of life. I came across a small set of verses this week that reminded me of my role as a businessman. I wanted to share it with other business leaders because I believe the truths contained here are timeless and very timely. Check this out....

10 A good leader motivates, doesn't mislead, doesn't exploit.

11 God cares about honesty in the workplace; your business is his business.

12 Good leaders abhor wrongdoing of all kinds; sound leadership has a moral foundation.

13 Good leaders cultivate honest speech; they love advisors who tell them the truth.

14 An intemperate leader wreaks havoc in lives; you're smart to stay clear of someone like that.

15 Good-tempered leaders invigorate lives; they're like spring rain and sunshine.

16 Get wisdom—it's worth more than money; choose insight over income every time.

17 The road of right living bypasses evil; watch your step and save your life. (Proverbs 16:10-17 The Message)

This was great encouragement to keep on seeking to serve God with my business. I was reminded that I'm ultimately accountable to God for how I treat people. I have reflected much of this in my personal MISSION STATEMENT:

"It is my mission to serve others with the highest professional care and skill while upholding the highest of ethical and moral standards. My highest goal is to honor God in all I do and that includes serving you." - Dwayne Hicks

Press on serving God by serving others!!

Dwayne Hicks, REALTOR

Associate Broker/Co-Owner

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA 30117

westgarealty.com

Tax Credit - Let's get it done!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:27:25 -0500

The 2009 Tax Credit is set to expire on November 31, 2009. First time homebuyers need to get on the stick if they're gonna be able to take advantage of this great tax credit.

1. This Tax Credit is Income Restricted. Married filing jointly income cannot exceed $150K and single buyers cannot exceed $75K. The Tax Credit is also restricted to the price of the home. The credit is for 10% of the homes value up to a max of $8K.

2. This Tax Credit is available to any US Citizen who pays taxes, has not owned a home as his/her principle residence during the past 3 years and meets the income requirements is eligible for the tax credit.

3. You must also own the home for at least 3 years in order to captalize on the credit (some exceptions are death and divorce).

If there was ever a buyers market - we're in one!! You can get a good buy on a home AND get a significant tax credit after closing!

If you'd like more information about this program, please call me!

Dwayne Hicks, REALTOR

Associate Broker/Co-Owner

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA

770-713-5006 Cell * 770-834-5457 Office

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Word On The Street

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:46:56 -0500

Well we're on the verge of the 4th Quarter of 2009 & it looks like this Real Estate market is here to stay for a while. I've heard on the street from two or three different sources that there are thousands more residential foreclosures to hit the market soon. I'm also hearing from that Commercial Foreclosures are about to explode on to the scene as well.

I think we should buckle down and get ready for a long long journey navigating through all of this. We must show up to work every day no matter what our job. We must work hard every day. We must help each other out. Even though the word on the street is not good, it doesn't mean that I have to crawl into a hole and quit or die. Keep working - Keep serving!

Pressing on!

Dwayne Hicks

Associate Broker

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA

westgarealty.com

I Want To Be A Life-Long Learner!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:53:58 -0500

I came across this quote a while back and I began reflecting on just how different the Real Estate market is today verses last year at this time.

"In times of change learners inherit the earth while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to work in a world that no longer exists." - Eric Hoffer

It is definately a different world. Realtors must consistantly educate themselves on all the differences. I am determined to learn everything I can about how the market is so different today that last year. Being a life-long learner can pretty much apply to any job or situation.

Press on to be a life-long learner!!

Dwayne Hicks

Associate Broker/Co-Owner

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, Georgia

westgarealty.com

dwayne@westgarealty.com

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Four Words For REALTORS

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:10:14 -0500

I'm not sure where I came across these four words that I now have posted on my desk lamp to constantly remind me of their importance to me in business. I simply jotted these words down to inspire and motivate me.

1. Authenticity - I want to always be authentic and real. I don't want there to be a shred of deceit or dishonesty in my talk or my walk. I want to establish trust with every client or customer.

2. Competency - I will constantly learn the new changes in the Real Estate business. I will research the new loan programs that are coming from the Federal Government and how my clients can gain access to them. I will learn new ways of communicating with clients and customers as well as outlets for advertising. I will see to harness the power and connections of Facebook, Twitter, Active Rain and others.

3. Innovation - I will discover new and innovative ways to market property as well as search through the massive database that United Country has of buyers looking for just the right property. I will try to do things differently to get different results.

4. Creativity - To create is to always learn. I'm learning to blog, to do webinars, to see a different angle than I've seen before. I love to study the creativity of others as it stirs something new and creative inside of me. I also love looking at Creator God as the ultimate creative Person. As I look at each sunrise and sunset - I'm amazed at His creative power.

It is my goal to be a life-long learner. I want to grow and stretch so that when I'm old I'm not turned off by new inventions and tools. I want to stay current in this high-tech/high touch world we find ourselves in.

Press on!!

Dwayne Hicks

Associate Broker/Owner

United Country West Georga Realty

Carrollton, GA 30117

www.westgarealty.com

dwayne@westgarealty.com

These Short Sales are driving me crazy!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:30:08 -0500

I still love the reruns of Seinfeld. One of my favorite episodes is when Kramer is a stand-in in a Woody Allen movie and his one line was, "These pretzels are making me thirsty!" and the whole show was about differnent ways to say with enthusiasm the same phrase over and over.

I'm starting a new line, "These Short Sales are driving me crazy!" I'm on my 4th or so and I'm jumped through the tons of hoops on this one like all the rest, but the negoiator is different - He has a horrible attitude. I sometimes wonder why the banks think we REALTORS are the "bad guys". We are working the front lines with buyers who simply want to be kept up-to-date with how the process is going. I'm having a tough experience with a negoiator who say's, "I'll call when you when I get the approval". Now its almost two weeks later and he will not return phone messages or even acknowledge or return e-mails. I don't understand, if these banks don't want this property in inventory, they need to work on the process of dealing with these short sales.

I don't want to hear that they are so overwhelmed with volume that they don't have the processes in place. This is the new world in our economy and these have been going on at least 18 months or so - I think it's time to get the systems and process revamped and up-to-date with realty. I'm impressed that some buyers are showing patience, but it sure is frustrating that banks seem to care less if the home is sold or not.

Now that I've got all of that off my chest - I feel better. I'll probably be frustrated again tomorrow as I try to climb the ladder and speak to a real decision maker and get this deal done.

Pressing on!!

Dwayne Hicks

REALTOR, Associate Broker

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA

www.westgarealty.com

Standing on their shoulders - Memorial Day Gratitude

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Mon, 25 May 2009 06:46:49 -0500

Where do you begin when you try to thank people who have given thier life for your freedom and your way of life? I just want to write a note of thanks to those brave men and women on whose shoulders I'm standing and enjoying the freedom we have in this country.

I don't always agree with the leadership of our country, but I believe in what our country stands for. I want the men and women who are standing in the gap and fighting for our freedoms to know that I'm forever grateful for their sacrifice of family, and lifestyle - so that I can enjoy both of those.

Grateful for my heritage.

Dwayne Hicks

REALTOR/Associate Broker

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, Georgia

dwayne@westgarealty.com

What a great time to buy a home!!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Fri, 01 May 2009 05:44:50 -0500

I was sitting at a closing table yesterday (yeah baby!) and the attorney was talking about how he's explaining to his daughter why now is the time to buy. My client was getting tons of equity in the home she was buying and the conversation turned to how it is such a good time to buy.

If you were ever thinking of buying a home - the conditions are in a league of their own. Remember 3 "I's"

Incredible Inventory to choose from - from foreclosures to short sales, there are deals everywhere!

Interest Rates - lowest in years and years (my client got 4.5% for 30 years!)

Icome Tax Credit - Did you hear about the $8000 Tax Credit - Like money in the bank :-)!!

So what are you waiting for? Did I mention that there is still some 100% financing here in our area with the USDA Rual Development Loans.

If your tired of renting - this is a great time to invest in home ownership!!

Pressing On!

Dwayne Hicks, Associate Broker

United Country West Georgia Realty

Carrollton, GA

www.westgarealty.com

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Life Worth Living!!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:59:33 -0500

Recently a couple of friends/clients of mine with their two young children were in a car accident. They were driving down the road in the county where I live and a car crossed the center line - struck them head-on. The two parents were severely injured and their two children were injured - but alive. The two people in the car that crossed the line were killed instantly. This incident or should I say accident got me to thinking of the mist of life. I have three children who drive daily along with my wife and many other loved ones. I don't often realize how close we all are daily to eternity. I know this sounds a bit like I'm "on something" or maybe a bit morbid, but please hear me out. Am I really drinking all of life in? You see, I'm a follower of Jesus - the One who conquered death. I believe that there is more to life than just this life. I probably ought to live like that. In fact, I'm about to get into my truck and head to church to join with others and worship - Today could be the day I meet Jesus face to face. I'm good with that and I hope we all are. If we're not than maybe we should take the necessary steps to become good with that.

I'm apologize if this sounds a bit "preachy". It is not meant to be. I think life is more than the next big deal, paycheck, or how much money I've saved or lost in this economy. Life is worth living to the fullest with or without money. (It's hard to focus on that when we're broke!) My life is more about the One who created me than me.

I'm glad to say that my friends/clients are healing and will probably soon be home from the hospital to be reunited with their family. All of this just got me thinking - am I ready? By getting ready to die really helps me live fully!

Live on!!

Dwayne

WOW! What a time to buy a home!!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:16:29 -0500

I've only been a REALTOR for 6 years, but I've never seen the types of deals that are available today. I've seen homes 10% below market to 40% and more. Did I mention that there are tons of inventory of these great deals? Interest rates are at historic lows - come on buyers NOW is the time!! If you have every planned to buy a hom or invest in rental properties, now is the time. Call your REALTOR today!!

Dwayne Hicks

dwayne@westgarealty.com

770-713-5006

Weekend Work - or Whenever I Can Work!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 19:59:03 -0500

I'm pretty excited to be showing property in the rain this weekend. (I believe it's a good time in order to see what the water does on the property!) I was able to show lots of foreclosures including some that were "new construction". I was thrilled to write two contracts and then also put one of my listings under contract. All in all, I'm tired, excited and anxious. Thank you Lord for pouring out blessings on my life. Help me to provide all my clients and customers with the best service possible!

Pressing on!

Dwayne

Short Sale still a foreclosure. What's the upside for the client?

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:32:35 -0600

I've done a few short sales in the past 12 months and recently learned that a short sale gets reported on the sellers credit report as a foreclosure. So would someone explain to me the difference between a regular foreclosure and a short sale foreclosure. I was speaking to a client just yesterday and they were considering a short sale to keep from going into foreclosure. I can't seem to find an upside to the short sale except for the lender holding the first mortgage. The second mortgage looses, the seller looses - oh I guess the buyer might just be the winner! Am I missing something?

Dwayne Hicks

Carrollton, GA

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Top Producer Awards - Just thankful to be in this group!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 20:40:32 -0600

This Friday marks the annual Top Producer Awards (Formerly Million $$ Producer Club) in our West Metro Board of Realtors. I've purchased my ticket and plan to be in attendance. Last year was a good year, but the times are tough, so I'm so gratefull to become a "life member" in five of my six years in Real Estate. I feel blessed to still be working. I've often pondered becoming a greeter at Walmart - what can I say - I like people!

From a grateful heart.

Dwayne

I don't know what tomorrow brings to my pipeline!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:20:31 -0600

I've tried to be really positive about the Real Estate market turning in the right direction. I have a couple of days of doubts, so forgive my ramblings in advance. I've been afraid to say that things have been good, because I realize just because I've had a good start to 2009, doesn't mean it's turning around. I really struggled with this yesterday as my pipeline seemed so empty. I received a phone call late yesterday referring a buyer my way - Thank you Lord! In my reading this morning I came across this little passage in the epistle of James:

James4:3-15 And now I have a word for you who brashly announce, "Today—at the latest, tomorrow—we're off to such and such a city for the year. We're going to start a business and make a lot of money." You don't know the first thing about tomorrow. <b>You're nothing but a wisp of fog, catching a brief bit of sun before disappearing. Instead, make it a habit to say, <u>"If the Master wills it and we're still alive, we'll do this or that." </u> </b>(The Message)

Ok, so I'm gonna try to quit worrying so much about tomorrow and walk in His Way today and tomorrow!

Pressing on!!

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Super Bowl Ads - I think I'll buy one next year!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 06:01:10 -0600

I love the Super Bowl because I love Pro sports when it gets to this level of intensity. I also love the commercial that cost what 2 Billion a minute:-). (With the current state of the market, maybe they're on sale this year and next!) I was thinking with all those people watching, why not make a commercial and buy a 30 second slot next year - oh wait - I can't afford that. I guess I'll stick with what I know - making constant contact with my sphere (or tribe) on influence. I will let them know that I'm still in Real Estate and would be happy to serve their needs.

I'm actually showing a house prior to the Super Bowl today - I'm truly hoping it will be a "super Sunday" in more ways than one.

I actually find myself leaning on the workings of God's economy instead of the American economy or the World economy. His economy is steady and true - the alternative is anything but steady. I will keep putting one foot in front of the other, and I won't be spending a fortune on a Super Bowl ad, but I will be still be working to serve the needs of my tribe!

Press on!!

Dwayne@westgarealty.com

Do banks really want to sell their foreclosures?

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:46:47 -0600

As most REALTORS are finding out, working a deal on a foreclosure is not always as easy as you might imagine. The lastest struggle is that each time you put an offer in on a foreclosure you must get your buyer pre-approved by the bank that owns them. Is anyone else having problems with these crazy rules? With all the addendums and paperwork that buyers are put through, it frustrates them and often they have to be coached and conviced to keep them from walking.

It's frustrating that these great deals are so hard to close even with good qualified buyers.

Oh well, the beat goes on.....

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Thankful for blessings - instead of worrying about economy.

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:36:39 -0600

I have to confess that I don't have enough money to do the things I really need to do. So please understand that the above statement doesn't come from someone who has plenty of resources tucked away. It just dawned on me at church yesterday just how much I talk about how the economy sucks mud and I join in the whining of most people because I'm earning less and need more.

I'm feeling the convicition to be thankful for what I have. I have an awesome family - I'm so very blessed. They are all Christians and all my kids but the youngest have faith in God that is their own now. I have a wonderful wife who gets scared like I do about our finances, but is walking with me in trust. The rest of the blessings are simply icing on the cake - stuff like a house, car, friends, heat (it's cold here in GA) and electriciy - just to name a few.

Let's change the conversation and be more thankful for what we have and less worried about what we don't have. Our attitude is crucial to walking through this wilderness of economic struggle.

Press on!!

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Wide open in 2009! Never, ever quit - press on!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 08:39:09 -0600

I just wandered through 2 Corinthians 6 (THE MESSAGE) this morning (Dec 27, 2008) and wow - my heart was stirred because of how much struggle in going on in our world. I want to live for God no matter what is happening around me.

Check this out: 2 Corinthians 6:11-13
Dear, dear Corinthians, I can't tell you how much I long for you to enter this wide-open, spacious life. We didn't fence you in. The smallness you feel comes from within you. Your lives aren't small, but you're living them in a small way. I'm speaking as plainly as I can and with great affection. Open up your lives. Live openly and expansively!

Then check out the verses preceding this where he describes the wide open life:
Well, now is the right time to listen, the day to be helped. Don't put it off; don't frustrate God's work by showing up late, throwing a question mark over everything we're doing. Our work as God's servants gets validated—or not—in the details. People are watching us as we stay at our post, alertly, unswervingly . . . in hard times, tough times, bad times; when we're beaten up, jailed, and mobbed; working hard, working late, working without eating; with pure heart, clear head, steady hand; in gentleness, holiness, and honest love; when we're telling the truth, and when God's showing his power; when we're doing our best setting things right; when we're praised, and when we're blamed; slandered, and honored; true to our word, though distrusted; ignored by the world, but recognized by God; terrifically alive, though rumored to be dead; beaten within an inch of our lives, but refusing to die; immersed in tears, yet always filled with deep joy; living on handouts, yet enriching many; having nothing, having it all.

I'm pressing on to the WIDE OPEN LIFE!
Dwayne

A Different After-Christmas Gift - A Fresh Start!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:05:43 -0600

As I sit near the beautiful Christmas tree in my living room this morning, enjoying a hot cup of coffee and reflection, I was reminded that Christmas gives another gift to all of us each year. This is a gift that usually comes after Christmas. It's the gift of a fresh start - a new beginning - yes a new year! The week between Christmas and the New Year is great for balancing the books of our lives and making the necessary adjustments to help make the new year positive and upbeat. In this crazy economy, we find ourselves in - we could easily be discouraged. Let's take some time to reflect on where we've been and where we're going. It's a different world, so life has to be lived differently in it. My attitude toward this new and challenging world is very important in determining how I will thrive. So when you're taking down the lights and packing up the tree - reflect on the gift of a new beginning and dream big about where you could go with a whole new year. I want the GIFT of Christmas in my life and heart all year long and I as I close the books on this year - I especially need joy for the journey ahead.

Press on!!

Dwayne Hicks

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Close the deal - Land the plane - Great Rates: So What?

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:25:16 -0600

The stories I seem to be hearing most these days from REALTORS and Lenders is getting the deal closed. I've had several closings that are being bumped by a week, 2 weeks or 6 weeks! It seems that these lenders or maybe "underwriters" have forgotten how to "land the plane". They are really messing with peoples lives and emotions with all of this delay. Buyers are ready to give up. Sellers are frustrated that they can't move on to the next thing - it's a frustrating mess. I'm really glad the rates are so low - it should help with refinancing, but after the lenders learn how to close deals again it will help the rest of us that touch the transaction. Hang on -it's gonna be a bumpy ride through all of this.

Press on!!

Dwayne

Carrollton, GA

dwayne@westgarealty.com

No Weekend Calls - Christmas is close!!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 09:07:14 -0600

I was headed to my son's basketball game in N. Georgia yesterday and realized that I had not had one call to set up a showing, or to ask about one of my listings. It must be Christmas!! I'm reading a little book called, "Follow The Star" by T.D. Jakes. He helped me see some of the beauty and simplicty of this time of year, when we adults get excited about making Christmas special for our children and sometimes forgetting what makes it so special to me. God came to us. I don't want to miss a moment of the significance of Christmas. Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace came to earth to bring me to my Creator. Oh well, even if the phone rings of the hook, I don't want to get so busy that I miss the season of giving and receiving! Christmas blessings to all. DH

dwayne@westgarealty.com

Carrollton, GA

Enjoying Java by the Christmas tree and wondering about marketing!

Dwayne Hicks (United Country West Georgia Realty) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:45:11 -0600

It's Wednesday morning, all is quiet for a few more minutes at least. I'm enjoying a cup of coffee with by the Christmas tree. Wednesday's are generally my slowest day of the week as far as Real Estate goes, today is different. I've got several appointments for listings and I'm showing some property to a qualified buyer. It's a good day. This is also the time of year when I begin to tweak my marketing material and prepare for what the new year might bring. I'm getting a bit stuck on the marketing thing this year. I would love suggestions from fellow "rainers" about where to find new ideas in the marketing realm.

Press on!

Dwayne@westgarealty.com