The power of perception
Two people looked through prison bars, one saw mud, the other stars. That little rhyme and its meaning took me back to something someone once told me that made me realize the power of perception.
Oil prices and the changing real estate market: It’s not all doom and gloom
If you’re one of those who is afraid that the current slump in oil prices is going to hurt your bottom line, there’s only one way to get rid of that fear – knowledge. The more you know about something, the less you fear it.
“Drop, stop and swap” to regain control when feeling overwhelmed
What I’m talking about is the point when we lose control of our thoughts. We’ve all been there. We’ve all had negative, bad thoughts fill our minds about the many ways a deal can go wrong.
Success in the new year: Make goals, not wishes
Do you want success in the new year? Don't make resolutions. You see, resolutions are really just wishes, I wish I could quit smoking, I wish I weighed less, I wish I didn't eat bad food, I wish I hadn't made any resolutions.
Long division, short division, Part 2
Breaking with tradition can be a great way of standing out in a sea of subdivisions all vying for the buyer’s dollar.
Put yourself in a position of power
We’ve all experienced those golden moments and how great it feels to be that certain, that confident and, let’s face it, that cool.
Check your ego at the door
To make it in real estate, and by “make it” I mean be a success, not just eke out a living, there are two things you need more than anything else: an inflated ego and the ability to keep it under control.
Space age agents of change
Try some of these tips. You will be amazed at how the tiniest of changes can make your life more positive, more productive and more profitable.
No need to reinvent the deal
Early in my career I developed a series of systems that made getting and maintaining listings a breeze.
Stop and sell the roses
How do you make your McMansion stand out in that subdivision sea of sameness?