Remembering those that give...  

I've been to New Orleans many times...

This time was different... the city was still reeling from Katrina and fighting to come back... they were glad we (NAR) were there, but it was different than before.

I've had cause to reflect on this as a Naperville custom home builder  has just recently sold the "Katrina" house. Last Year Doug Overstreet, pledged all of the projected profits from this house, and asked his suppliers if they wanted to participate (no pressure). Then he pledged $10,000 from each additional sale that year.

But he didn't wait for the money to come in... he projected the profits and wrote the check. A check for $173,000 to the American Red Cross... no small sum for a small family run company.

So, here it is a year later, the home sold for a bit less than hoped and took a bit longer to sell than expected, so while there were some additional costs involved... there was never anything said about it. I personally want to thank Doug and Overstreet Builders for taking the initiative and getting involved. Doug is never cowed in the face of his convictions, never afraid to step out.... he's a pleasure to work with. The Overstreets are always active in their community... two years ago my wife Lisa and I were fortunate enough to attend a concert at his home to raise money for mission work in Honduras.

So if you are looking for a great luxury or custom home in the western suburbs of Chicago ... he's the man to call..