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Hard Work Does Pay Off!!

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Big Bear Village

It seems like everywhere I turn, I am constantly reminded about how bad things are supposed to be. According to the media, I should be wearing rags and holding a card board sign asking for donations in front of my office. I should up late worrying about how I can scrape enough change together to buy some Top Ramen and saltines to feed my family. When I first heard these grumblings, I'll be honest here, I really did have moments of despair. But , after some thought, I realized that the only thing I have control over is my own life.

It's hard to be sad all the time when you live in a town as beautiful as Big Bear, and I wasn't down for long. I looked around me and realized that the Realtors who were going to make it through were the ones who were prepared to work long and hard. The ones who have been around forever have one thing in common, persistence. There is alot to be learned from the long timers and if you pay attention you will learn that there is money to be made in any market. You just have to change your strategy. I am extremely fortunate to work for one of the best, and he has kept me motivated and given me the knowledge I need to succeed. The one thing Tim Wood stresses over and over is ATTITUDE. A positive attitude will not only keep you enthused, it will affect everyone you come into contact with. So I have made a commitment to myself to do my utmost to remain upbeat and to put in the hours necessary to be successful in this business.

ARDELL DellaLoggia
Better Properties Seattle - Kirkland, WA
Are prices down at Big Bear?  I have some friends who would buy there if prices were tapering down.
Feb 18, 2008 06:02 AM
Broker Nick
South Florida Real Estate & Development, Inc. - Coconut Creek, FL
Broker Nick Relocation Broker Service
Israel: Very good post. Hard work and "gumption" is the key to success. Never give up. Success starts first in the heart, and then for all to see.
Feb 18, 2008 02:37 PM
Cindy Bryant
Redesign Etc. Home Staging - Houston, TX
"Houston Home Staging Pros"
Your absolutely right...attitude is everything...best of luck to ya!
Feb 18, 2008 03:59 PM
Israel Barden
RE/MAX Big Bear Village - Big Bear Lake, CA
Ardell: Thank you for the comment. The time has never been better to buy a home in Big Bear. Low prices and interest rates have created a perfect storm, so to speak.
Feb 20, 2008 06:07 AM
Greg Steffens
Mountain Country Realty - Lake Arrowhead, CA
Well said.  I'm in Lake Arrowhead and couldn't agree with your observations more.  Attitude, tenacity and persistence are all-important.  It is hard to get too down when you're surrounded by such natural beauty, as we are in the San Bernardino Mtns.  Keep it up!
Mar 08, 2008 05:29 AM
Israel Barden
RE/MAX Big Bear Village - Big Bear Lake, CA
Greg-We are in the same boat. I am having a good year so far. I hope the same is true for you.
Mar 08, 2008 05:46 AM