Lie Down With Dirty Dogs. Get Up Flea-Bitten.

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Real Estate Agent with Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 UT DRE# 6541633-SA00

Lie Down With Dirty Dogs. Get Up Flea-Bitten.

 

Growing up, a persistent, parental warning to be cautious of the company kept, set me straight, especially after a few trial and error examples. It also proved that associating with those of low reputation not only leads a person astray, it shows anyone in a most unscrupulous light.

 

There is already enough nonsense taking place in the world, so, consider every consequence before becoming immersed or committed. Verify other people's motives, going beyond what is / is not said.

 

A great deal of effort and energy go into running a business so it's paramount to value yourself, be mindful of the Code of Ethics, even if it means walking away because business standards do not align.

 

As professionals, we have obligations to real estate law, rules and regulations and must abide by them. How we spend time, money and allocating resources is most important. A clear focus with the desire to succeed while making good, solid decisions, determines undeniable, fruitful living. 

 

Dirty dogs are opportunistic, dabbling in the worst of behaviors, intent on taking advantage. While unable to control their lack of ethics or bad choices, you can scratch 'em off the list before becoming infected!

 

Or it could get ruff, er...I mean rough!

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Comments (24)

Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Wanda, 

Great title that really fits.  I stay away from dirty dogs.  If I have to work with one,  I keep my "flea powder" handy! ;-) 

Feb 08, 2023 06:19 PM
Marte Cliff
Marte Cliff Copywriting - Priest River, ID
Your real estate writer

It sounds like you've recently run into an agent or two that made you turn and run the other way!

Feb 08, 2023 06:37 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Wanda- I've worked with people in my previous work-life who took low to a new low level. Just being in their presence made me want to jump in some flea dip. 

Feb 08, 2023 07:43 PM
Brian England
Arizona Focus Realty - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I don't want to deal with fleas so I try my best to stay away from dirty dogs, haha.

Feb 09, 2023 04:23 AM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker/REALTOR® - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Loved the title! Laying down with dirty dogs is never a good idea - we definitely need to be careful of the company we keep.

Feb 09, 2023 05:33 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you, Will Hamm, I appreciate your support and wish you a wonderful Thursday!

Feb 09, 2023 06:52 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Doggone it! These types give animals a bad name, Michael Jacobs and will step away for sure to avoid them any-every time!

Feb 09, 2023 08:32 AM
Michael Jacobs

Fleeing fast can quickly rid yourself of many issues.  Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! 

Feb 09, 2023 10:41 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

So will I, Nina Hollander, Broker and have zero patience with bad behavior, especially those who lack respect for others or the good manners their parents should have instilled in them!

Feb 09, 2023 08:34 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Glad to get your attention, Lise Howe. This saying made me laugh and makes perfect sense!

Feb 09, 2023 08:35 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Good precautionary measure to take a proactive stance against them dirty dogs, Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Feb 09, 2023 09:37 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Marte Cliff, would be nice to have some way to know up front about these opportunists!  I practice real estate the way intended, unfortunately, not everyone does the same.

Feb 09, 2023 09:40 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

There is so much wisdom in those who came before us, Kathy Streib. Unfortunately, we learn some of these lessons through on the job training!

Feb 09, 2023 09:43 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

I will run away from that type of person, faster than a cat being chased by a mean dog, foaming at the mouth, Brian England!

Feb 09, 2023 09:53 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thankful that my parents instilled that in me, Kat Palmiotti. Lessons that are learned at a young age usually stay with that person! It worked for me at least.

Feb 09, 2023 09:54 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Wanda your sense of hitting a subject spot on with the right descriptions and words is an amazing talent.  Round up those dirty dogs.....never to be allowed in again.

 

Dirty dogs are opportunistic, dabbling in the worst of behaviors, intent on taking advantage. While unable to control their lack of ethics or bad choices, you can scratch 'em off the list before becoming infected!

Feb 09, 2023 11:08 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you so much, Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker. I'm a flea flicker-offer, you might say! LOL

Feb 09, 2023 12:33 PM
Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker

Is that a credential you have on your cards 🤣

Feb 09, 2023 02:32 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!

Might have to add that, Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker! LOL

Feb 10, 2023 08:28 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Wanda, for sharing your experience and advice.

Feb 10, 2023 07:52 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

You are welcome, Roy, glad you appreciate the message. Wishing you and Dolores and wonderful weekend!

Feb 10, 2023 09:13 AM
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

Having served on the state executive committee last year, I heard several Code of Ethics appeals.  It was an eye opening experience and made me recognize the importance of professional standards even more. Thanks for sharing your blog.

Feb 10, 2023 08:01 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Serving on that committee would give a broader view of activities for sure. Interesting that intentional, criminal behavior exists in our industry. Sad, really Lynnea Miller!

Feb 11, 2023 12:36 PM