The Little Things that Inspire

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with J. Philip Faranda (J. Philip R.E. LLC) Westchester County NY License # 49FA1074963

I have a conference all day in Manhattan tomorrow, so my Sunday was even busier than usual. At 9am I was at a kitchen table, discussing the next move for a new client. I seldom need "extra" motivation to get the job done for folks- I have 4 kids and a company to run. But sometimes, inspiration does find me. This little sweet thing was going to be put in another room, but I asked that she stay with us. I have had two yellow labs in my life, and adored them both. She looks- and acts- just like my Bella, whom we lost in 2008. 

So yes, I am going to help her daddy sell the house and find a new home that is pet friendly. It isn't just the paycheck; I am about a roof over your head, home and hearth, and yes, a friendly space for the furry family member. 

Yellow Labrador

Comments (15)

Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

ICan I just say, AWWWWW shucks!

Jan 08, 2012 03:55 PM
Chandler Real Estate Liz Harris, MBA
Liz Harris Realty - Chandler, AZ
#ChandlerRealEstateAgent

Inspiration is what tends to keep us all going! Thanks for sharing the post!

Jan 08, 2012 03:55 PM
Kate Elim
Dockside Realty - Spotsylvania, VA
Realtor 540-226-1964, Selling Homes & Land a

Hi Philip...I wouldn't be able to resist helping that gorgeous furry client and the rest of the family.

Kate

 

Jan 08, 2012 04:00 PM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

That's the kind of thing that sets you apart from other brokers.  Compassion that extends to clients.

Jan 08, 2012 04:02 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Making it personal, keeping it personal makes for a great Realtor® and life long friend.

Jan 08, 2012 04:19 PM
Elite Home Sales Team
Elite Home Sales Team OC - Corona del Mar, CA
A Tenacious and Skilled Real Estate Team

We also have some family 4 legged friends.  They are really mans best frinds.

Jan 08, 2012 04:25 PM
Jay Markanich
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA
Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

What better plan than to accommodate the least able to decide anything!  That is pure charity.  And, with a little ink and a roller, the dog can sign the contract!

Jan 08, 2012 10:36 PM
Clint Mckie
Desert Sun Home, commercial Inspections - Carlsbad, NM
Desert Sun Home, Comm. Inspection 1-575-706-5586

Hi Philip,

Looks like you have been doing something right. With 300 closings since 1995.

Very good job indeed. Referrals will find you.

Have a great day in New York State.

Best, Clint McKie

Jan 08, 2012 10:53 PM
Morgan Evans
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Manhattan, NY
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

Getting the day started on the right foot is always important, especially on a Sunday morning.

 

Jan 09, 2012 03:14 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster REALTORS®, Gainesville, VA - Bristow, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I love interacting with my clients furry family members.  I remember one cold winter night that a dog that looked like this decided to lay its head on my feet during the listing presentation.  My feet were so warm and toasty from that point on.

Jan 09, 2012 08:22 AM
Sara Homan
Coldwell Banker Ellison Realty 352-209-4044 - Ocala, FL
Realtor, Homes, Farms & 55+

Hi Philip, Such a beautiful dog!  We had a yellow lab mix when I was growing up, his name was Snow.  It's nice to hear you're looking out for the dog too!

Jan 09, 2012 08:28 AM
Rich Cederberg
eXp Realty - Albuquerque, NM
eXp Realty Agent Albuquerque

You definitely have your heart in the right plaec Philip.  That is a recipe for success right there!

Jan 09, 2012 02:00 PM
Sidney Kutchuk - Realty Works Temecula Kutchuk - Realty Works Temecula
Realty Works Temecula - Temecula, CA
Realty Works Temecula

She's a very pretty dog and I be they were happy you wanted her to stay in the room!

Jan 10, 2012 03:01 PM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

What a sweet dog.  I have a chocolate lab. He is so sweet and lovable..everyone that visits can't stop petting and talking to Zeke...

Jan 11, 2012 03:08 AM
Elyse Berman, PA
Best Connections Realty, Inc. - Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824 CRS, ABR, GRI,ePR

Lucky for Bella and her daddy that they have you in their corner.   She looks like a very sweet dog.

Jan 13, 2012 10:12 AM

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