After The Storm

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with West Group Real Estate

rain dayWhen it was easy in the Real Estate Business there was a migration to the business. People quit their real job for a Real Estate business to make some easy money.

During the storm there was an exodus. That’s when I got back into the business. People thought I was crazy. Why would you want to be in the RE Brokerage business now?!

After the Storm, when the sun comes out the survivors will be standing in the sun and will appreciate the fact that they survived the storm.

I for one appreciate all the clients, customers, referrals and support that helped me weather the storm.

 

I see the clouds, they have a silver lining.

 

Cheers to all the survivors.

 

Comments (12)

Andrew Capelli
Hoover Elementary - Hazel Park, MI

Harley: A nice inspiration to start of the weekend- Thanks for sharing the message.  :)

Apr 20, 2012 11:20 PM
Kim Skumanick
Keller Williams Real Estate - Tunkhannock, PA
Welcome back Harley. Enjoy the sunshine!
Apr 20, 2012 11:31 PM
Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker
Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX
Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

That's what happens everytime we have a crappy market.  There are those who flood us for the good time and bail quickly when things turn sour.

Apr 20, 2012 11:31 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Harley. You have a great attitude and a healthy understanding of life and work. Thank you for sharing. Suggested.

Apr 20, 2012 11:31 PM
Harley Wilcox
West Group Real Estate - Victor, ID
Harley Wilcox

Andrew- THANKS!

Apr 20, 2012 11:40 PM
Harley Wilcox
West Group Real Estate - Victor, ID
Harley Wilcox

Kim - It just so happens the sun is shining on my desk now! Good thing I wear a hat to keep it out of my eyes! :)

Apr 20, 2012 11:41 PM
Harley Wilcox
West Group Real Estate - Victor, ID
Harley Wilcox

Janisch - The cream always rises to the top!

 

Apr 20, 2012 11:42 PM
Harley Wilcox
West Group Real Estate - Victor, ID
Harley Wilcox

Sheila - You are so kind, thank you much.

Apr 20, 2012 11:42 PM
Peter den Boer
Atlanta Communities - Woodstock, GA
MBA,GRI, Associate Broker, Realtor

Harley - I am already seeing some agents tip toe back into the business. Hope they go get all the CE hours they have missed.

Apr 20, 2012 11:49 PM
Harley Wilcox
West Group Real Estate - Victor, ID
Harley Wilcox

Peter - I expect to see some move back into the market here as well, just not yet. Some agents that are in waiting I see around town. One is a waitress, one a host, and yet another is installing windshields. Some where good agents that just needed better support.

Apr 21, 2012 12:12 AM
Susanna Haynie
CO-RE Group, LLC -Real estate sales and services - Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs Realtor GRI CNE MCNE ePro MRP

Harley, I just started my real estate business and I am hoping that if I can make it through this business low, I can make it through whatever comes afterward.

The market here is 'happening' - we don't have enough inventory, which (according to market principles) should push up the prices of homes that are currently selling. I am excited to be part of it all.

Apr 21, 2012 01:43 AM
Harley Wilcox
West Group Real Estate - Victor, ID
Harley Wilcox

Hey Susanna - As Buffet would say "move in when others are moving out".

Apr 23, 2012 01:55 AM

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