I don't know about most of you but it becomes more and more difficult for me to listen to the evening news or even read the newspaper. I have tired of hearing primarily bad news and sometimes will find myself just tuning out, which believe me I know, is not a good thing.
Recently, I received a referral from a good friend of mine to help friends of his with the listing of their home. This family had already attempted to work with the bank on a loan modification (which to their regret didn't work out) and also made several attempts at contacting a few Realtors in this area who "specialize in short sales" and did not receive one call back.
I was able to connect with them shortly thereafter and set up an appointment to get together. They, as many in this situation are truly wonderful people and this is a family who will always be there for others, expecting nothing in return. The father has had his work hours cut, now working 3 jobs just to try to make ends meet and this on top of some family medical expenses have placed them in this unfortunate situation.
We talked over the short sale process that evening and went ahead and listed their home and even though the thought of leaving their home is very difficult to bare, they do NOT hold a grudge against their bank. In the homeowners words..."How can I be mad at the bank?" "I took out this loan and told them I would pay it off, now I'm telling them I can't...I don't blame them." This couple really wants to do what is right and the best they can in selling their home and hopefully cause as little damage to their credit as possible.
Now, enter the good friend who referred them to me...knowing this family's home could use a little help in getting "show ready" primarily a little paint, fixing a sink and a light socket, repairing the tracking of the closet doors etc...he pulled together a team of people (Volunteers) who helped and accomplished much on one recent Saturday morning/afternoon, making all the difference in the world.
I just had to stop by while the work was in process (providing lots of pizza...only trying to do my small part) and was able to meet this fantastic crew of 14 people, adults and teenager's ready, willing, able and working hard! IT WAS AMAZING!! My friend took a minute to thank everyone for their time and participation in coming together to help out and in seeing this good group of people thoughtfully listening, I have to admit, brought tears to my eyes as it was truly heart warming. Thanks so much to Brendan for taking the above picture for me...unfortunately not all involved were able to be present at that time.
During these incredibly hard times now more than ever people are in need...and in this time of great need I'm seeing more and more that those who are able, will reach out to do whatever they can in even the simplest of ways, to help someone else who is struggling.
Although it may sound a bit cliche' it really does Take a Village and out of difficult times many good things do happen! People simply helping people, its heart warming, it's encouraging and it's a very good thing!
I was able to connect with them shortly thereafter and set up an appointment to get together. They, as many in this situation are truly wonderful people and this is a family who will always be there for others, expecting nothing in return. The father has had his work hours cut, now working 3 jobs just to try to make ends meet and this on top of some family medical expenses have placed them in this unfortunate situation.
We talked over the short sale process that evening and went ahead and listed their home and even though the thought of leaving their home is very difficult to bare, they do NOT hold a grudge against their bank. In the homeowners words..."How can I be mad at the bank?" "I took out this loan and told them I would pay it off, now I'm telling them I can't...I don't blame them." This couple really wants to do what is right and the best they can in selling their home and hopefully cause as little damage to their credit as possible.
Now, enter the good friend who referred them to me...knowing this family's home could use a little help in getting "show ready" primarily a little paint, fixing a sink and a light socket, repairing the tracking of the closet doors etc...he pulled together a team of people (Volunteers) who helped and accomplished much on one recent Saturday morning/afternoon, making all the difference in the world.
I just had to stop by while the work was in process (providing lots of pizza...only trying to do my small part) and was able to meet this fantastic crew of 14 people, adults and teenager's ready, willing, able and working hard! IT WAS AMAZING!! My friend took a minute to thank everyone for their time and participation in coming together to help out and in seeing this good group of people thoughtfully listening, I have to admit, brought tears to my eyes as it was truly heart warming. Thanks so much to Brendan for taking the above picture for me...unfortunately not all involved were able to be present at that time.
During these incredibly hard times now more than ever people are in need...and in this time of great need I'm seeing more and more that those who are able, will reach out to do whatever they can in even the simplest of ways, to help someone else who is struggling.
Although it may sound a bit cliche' it really does Take a Village and out of difficult times many good things do happen! People simply helping people, its heart warming, it's encouraging and it's a very good thing!
Thanks so much to this inspiring group of people...you have made a difference and you all ROCK!!
Picture provided by Brendan Powers.
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