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2015 

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A Weed or A Wish?  Obstacles or Opportunities?  Life is truly about perspective and how we view the world through our tiny lens. My friends say I was born positive.  Perhaps.  But I've certainly had my share of trials, heartache and disappointment.  Who hasn't.  Do you suppose we were shaped in t...
03/23/2015
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  Selling real estate isn't just about houses and land.  It's about identifying the goals and dreams of every buyer and seller, and finding a way to ignite their senses.  Perhaps it can be boiler plated down to two words... MOTIVATION and ANTICIPATION. There's a bit of psychology in every sale.  ...
03/19/2015
There's lots of buzz on the street regarding Millennials these days.  Who are they and what are they buying?  Why should we care?  Fortunately for REALTORS, a survey isn't necessary.  The National Association of REALTORS just rolled out its 2015 Multi-Generational Trends Report.  I'll save you so...
03/16/2015
A-N-T-I-C-I-P-A-T-I-O-N!It's something we get giddy about.  Apple has mastered the concept.  So have lovers and adoption agencies.My point?  We crave excitement and suspense.  We dream about it.  We salivate over it.  We imagine ourselves possessing it.  It's ours.That's where brilliant marketing...
03/12/2015
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I read a quote from Mark Zuckerberg this morning.  When asked what he looks for when hiring a prospective employee, the brainchild responded, "I will only hire someone to work directly for me if I would work for that person."  Words of wisdom from a Millennial genius. Is there truth to... Great m...
03/05/2015
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