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Let's keep it real and positive.

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Industry Observer with Responsive Pest Control

Hi all:  I had the misfortune of sitting through my weekly meeting today and hearing all the negative comments about how nothing can get done, etc. etc. I mentioned I thought purchases would be stronger this year than refinances and it was met with negativity. I'm glad I got out of the office and went to see some positive folk.

My office usually isn't this way; I just think the frustration is wearing people out.  Yes, it's getting tougher to do a deal and it can take a lot longer.  It seems like things are taking longer in underwriting and review. Plus, rates are increasing once again. I don't know about you but I refuse to be deterred.

One thing I love about ActiveRain is the generally sunny disposition of all its members. Keep it up! Remember that today is today and tomorrow is a new day full of hope and potential prosperity. I plan on keeping on and am determined to make this a great year. My best year yet!  Have a fantastic day!

 

Paul

Posted by

Paul McFadden

Dionne Bass
Ask The Underwriter - Atlanta, GA
Blog: Ask The Underwriter

Paul,

I really enjoyed this post.  I have been meeting some negative people lately, but like you I keep a positive disposition and read AR!  Great Post!  It was what I needed before I ended my day!

Feb 19, 2008 11:55 AM
Paul McFadden
Responsive Pest Control - Seattle, WA
Pest Control, Seattle, WA.

Thanks for your comments.  Good luck in your business-it sounds interesting.

 

Paul

Feb 19, 2008 03:11 PM
Jay Beckingham
Christensen Financial Mortgage - Port St Lucie, FL
Seniors ROCK!

i love the negative people, although i try to stay far away it may be catching.

they take themselves right out of the game.

Feb 20, 2008 12:12 AM
Steven Odierno
Mahwah, NJ
NJ Mortgage & Marketing Professional

Paul - Thanks for your post.  Just minutes before I read it, I received bad news from a lender on two deals.  As you point out, it is easy to get down, particularly because of the cumulative effect of the frustrations of the past year.  As my father-in-law recently told me, "Anybody can handle the good times.  It is how you handle the bad times that differentiates you."  A positive attitude is a must - even if I admittedly sometimes have to fake it.  

Feb 20, 2008 03:15 AM
Paul McFadden
Responsive Pest Control - Seattle, WA
Pest Control, Seattle, WA.

Thanks, Jay, for your feedback. I couldn't agree with you more.

Steven: I think the key is to just keep at it. The people who just keep showing up succeed.  Have a great day today and today only for now!

 

Paul

Feb 20, 2008 03:23 AM
Andrew Poletto
RealMortgageTraining.com - Englewood, FL
Amen Paul!  Great post!
Feb 25, 2008 04:16 AM
Paul McFadden
Responsive Pest Control - Seattle, WA
Pest Control, Seattle, WA.

Thanks, Andrew. I look forward to helping you with your other project. Take care.

 

Paul

Feb 25, 2008 01:45 PM
Rick Kellow
Cherry Creek Mortgage - West Bend, WI
FHA & Reverse Mortgage Expert

Paul

Very well put... I'd rather work with a positive person anytime...

Rick

Feb 25, 2008 10:03 PM
Paul McFadden
Responsive Pest Control - Seattle, WA
Pest Control, Seattle, WA.

Thanks, Rick. I couldn't agree with you more. The strong will survive. Take care.

 

Paul

Feb 26, 2008 01:50 PM