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Tithing as a closing gift

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Real Estate Agent with Clay and Company,LLC

I got to thinking about tithing and closing gifts at different points today. Thinking that I need to be more consistent with my donations even more so in this down economy. I was also thinking about some of the silly closing gifts I've purchased for clients that just bought a $700,000 property. I know that most people buying in that price range donate to one charity or another during the course of the year. Why not combine my tithe with a closing gift to my client? I've decided what I will do is take 10% of my commission check and split it with my client. 5% of that check will go to my church or charity of choice and 5% will go to that of my client. It seems like a win-win for both parties involved. I'll keep a running record here of the charities that we contribute to. I would love to hear someone else's thoughts on this subject.

 

First Impressions Home Staging, LLC. Jenny Duke, Anne Harding, Cindy Mahan
First Impressions Home Staging, LLC, Everett WA - Everett, WA

Your viewpoint on profit is refreshing to hear.  To share your profits with others is a well of good works coming your way.  This approach to your work displays your awareness of being blessed and, therefore being a blessing to others.  Good job, Josh, you are a model for others.

Nov 20, 2008 01:33 PM
Brenda Harmon
Century 21 Beal, Inc College Station, Texas - College Station, TX

Josh,

That sounds good.  But what would happen if your clients charity is something that you find

morally wrong?

Nov 20, 2008 03:34 PM
Josh McLean
Clay and Company,LLC - Santa Rosa Beach, FL

I appreciate the input. I really posted this to see if there would be any negative thoughts on it. I spoke with a few people and one said that it may be illegal. I don't think it would because no money would ever exchange hands. I would simply cut a check to the charity of their choice.

I thought about that Brenda. My thought is that it's my money and I won't donate to a charity that I don't agree with. I would glady donate to any cancer research, red cross, or any organization helping people. I do see where that could create a problem. Thanks!

Nov 21, 2008 02:02 AM