Real estate professionals have been pleasantly surprised by home buyers' continued demand, even during the pandemic. Inventory remains low across the country, and interested buyers are still combing the market in search of their dream home. This is known as a “seller’s market.” Managing expectations with...
“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of the intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the beauty in others; to leave the world...
On August 27, 2020, the Federal Reserve announced that they are taking a new approach to bolster the economy. The major policy shift includes allowing inflation to run higher than normal -- over their 2% goal-- if it, in turn, supports the labor market and...
Stop for just a moment and imagine this: what if you said all of your inner thoughts aloud all of the time? Chances are, you probably wouldn’t feel comfortable with that, especially the things you say about yourself to yourself. It’s incredible how horrible we can...
SOC should be very much on the radar of both real estate agents and their clients. Essentially, this type of compliance ensures that companies are performing annual audits and demonstrate effective internal controls regarding the security of private client information. Think about the amount of personal...
In the past, I have shared a bit about using negative thought interrupters in our own lives. So, today, I wanted to talk about dealing with negative people in our lives. I’ve been contemplating this quote by Tony Gaskins: “Negative people need drama like oxygen. Stay positive,...
We are beyond excited to share with you that our sister company - Glen Oaks Escrow - closed yet another Bitcoin transaction! The homebuyer contacted their office in San Diego to inquire about using Bitcoin after hearing about previous Bitcoin transactions that were administered. “We’re thrilled...
In my younger days, I would often hear the words "medical practice'" or "law practice" and think to myself how ridiculous the word "practice" was in those terms. My thought process went something like this: "Why the heck do we pay these people big bucks and...
Solar panels are an excellent option for both the environment and a homeowner’s pocketbook. While they can be pricey to install, the return on investment can be substantial over the product's life. This is especially true if you live in an area with high energy...
We talk a lot about listening, and there’s no shortage of books or quotes surrounding the topic, including this one: “We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.” - Epictetus When I was younger, I remember adults...