The Unpredictable Is Built Into A Real Estate Transaction

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty 0575737
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God Laughs MugIn my little warped way of seeing the world...

INSTEAD of agents graduating a real estate school and getting some coffee mug on their desk with the REALTOR BROKER BRAND logo on it....

I think they should have one that reads I PLAN, GOD LAUGHS.

The reason I say that, in almost EVERY real estate transaction despite an agent's vision of how they will get from the starting point to the closing table, it invariably is full of

  • Detours
  • Delays
  • Setbacks
  • Surprises
  • Totally unforeseen events
  • Things out of left field
  • Things BEYOND your control

On and on the UNEXPECTED HAPPENS.

The Unpredictable Is Built Into A Real Estate Transaction.

Agents know this over time, but I just say this as a reminder to CLIENTS to fasten their seat bellts and expect it.

Maybe show them your coffee mug!!

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Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
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Gary, *suggested*! I figure it could also be: 

Become a Realtor

Humble Yourself Daily

Jul 06, 2013 11:53 AM #10
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Lou Ludwig
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Gary

In some transactions the unexpected is the norm.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Jul 06, 2013 12:28 PM #11
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Jill Sackler
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Gary, this is one of my favorite sayings - what a great idea - a mug like this.

Jul 06, 2013 12:49 PM #12
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Hi Gary,

That would be a good clause to have in our contracts. Something to the effect that " Stuff happens and if you sign this agreement you agree to be patient with all parties and not be a pain in the ass because I plan and God Laughs, so lighten up!"

Jul 06, 2013 02:57 PM #13
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Larry O'Sullivan
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Gary - I relate well and often to the sentiments of your mug. "Minefield survival' often fits as well. Stay positive; remain sane.

Jul 06, 2013 03:25 PM #14
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Sheila Anderson
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Good morning Gary. Gayle sent me over and I'm glad she did. I love the saying and would get a mug. I suggested this.

Jul 06, 2013 08:44 PM #15
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Brad MacKenzie
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I'm getting a mug. Heck, I should make them and sell them to Realtors!

Jul 06, 2013 10:45 PM #16
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Sharon Tara
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It's so true and the sooner we realize this, the better off we will be!

Jul 06, 2013 11:15 PM #17
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Kristine Ginsberg
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Gary - I've always loved that saying and it's so true. The one thing you can count on is every transaction or in my case staging job never goes as planned. I've come to expect the unexpected. Happy 4th of July!

Jul 07, 2013 12:10 AM #18
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I can totally relate to this one this year...had a couple transactions already that were so strange and unpredictable and I am sure there will be more....

Jul 07, 2013 12:14 AM #19
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Roy Kelley
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That is a most appropriate coffee mug for a real estate professional. When selecting an agent, buyers and sellers should select a person with a proven record of overcoming issues to create smooth transactions.

Jul 07, 2013 01:37 AM #20
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Gary, love the mug!  No two transactions are the same and just when you thought you'd seen it all, something new comes along!  Enjoy your Sunday!

Jul 07, 2013 01:51 AM #21
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True that Gary. Had to chuckle - going through a situation right now that is complicated - despite all of my very careful planning. :) :)

Jul 07, 2013 02:12 AM #22
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Gary - What agent does not relate to that mug?  What a great cup to take a soothing sip from when things go wrong, or at least wander from the planned couse!

Jul 07, 2013 06:33 AM #23
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I can see I have to invest in a bunch of those mugs. Sometimes it's just better to hope.

Jul 07, 2013 06:48 AM #24
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Carla Freund
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Gary - Oh so True! We plan so we can handle the unexpected.

Jul 07, 2013 06:51 AM #25
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Hey, Gary!  I included this post in today’s  Last Week’s Favorites.  Please drop by and check it out, and have a great week!

Jul 07, 2013 12:08 PM #26
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Steven Cook
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Gary -- you have put together a great mug, which summarizes Proverbs 19:21 very well!

Jul 07, 2013 01:25 PM #27
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Gary: And then one transaction comes along that is straight forward and...that's unpredictable in itself, because you are always waiting for the other shoe to drop.

Jul 07, 2013 03:40 PM #28
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Gary, to say the least! We just never, ever know. And I am sure I need one of those mugs.

Jul 07, 2013 09:13 PM #29
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