Over the weekend I was out showing homes in Torrance to a very nice young couple.  They had their 18 month old daughter with them and were looking, of course, for something with a yard, room to grow and great schools nearby.

As I was sitting on my computer preparing to send some homes to them it struck me.....the homes I recommended and the advice that I gave might have a lifelong impact for their family.  They, like so many others, are looking for guidance on neighborhoods and schools, streets and homes, and as I was sitting here I realized that the advice I gave them might be helping determine the schools that their little girl is going to go through for the next 16 years, what neighbors they have and friends that they make! As the father of 2 little girls I might be a bit sappy in that department but I just can't help but think what a big deal that is....and just how cool it is to be a part of it.  I think about the people I know from the neighborhood, from school, from sports and so much of it is influenced by the neighborhood and home that we chose at some point.

As a Realtor you certainly have to be businesslike as there's certainly a lot at stake, but its definitely more than just a sale, or deal, or commission...it's a huge chapter in peoples lives and I'm happy to be a part of it.

This business has it's ups and downs and it sure is a lot of work, but I can't imagine doing anything else. 

Keith Kyle is a licensed Realtor and e-Pro with South Bay Brokers in Manhattan Beach.  He serves his clients throughout the South Bay and his websites KeithKyleHomes.com and FindYourSouthBayHome.comoffer the most comprehensive real estate destination in the South Bay with free MLS access, current home listings, open houses, recent home sales information and more.  Keith can be reached at 310-251-2344 or by email at info@KeithKyleHomes.com