American Dream - Marlene Crawford

I want you to know how excited I am to be able to write this blog about my new Real Estate Career! The reason I wanted to sell Real Estate is to live a part of my dream. Before I began selling Real Estate, I was a supervisor in a factory. I liked my job and loved the people I worked with and who worked for me. But, my job was not in itself rewarding to me and I felt limited. I

realized I was fascinated with learning about houses for sale, open houses and, of course, all the great home improvement shows.

It finally came to me to listen to my own advice. I've always told our kids it doesn't matter what job you have as long as you love doing it (of course deep down hoping they get a college degree!). I decided I wanted to have a job I loved. How great is that, to have a job you love and help others live a part of their dream?!

Everyone has their own American Dream. One of the things most Americans dream of is to owner their own HOME. It is possible, no matter the income level, for anyone to owner their own HOME. The thing I enjoy most is the excitement and gratitude of helping people find their dream home.

Did you know that 81% of home buyers use a real estate agent to find their perfect home? Using an agent allows you to relax while searching for your home. I personally put myself in every client's position to find them their dream home. I hope that next client is you.

If you are ready to obtain the American Dream give me a call today!

Sincerely,

Marlene Crawford

479.886.0236 (cell)

479.968.3300 (office)

mjc4224@yahoo.com

REALTOR® Code of Ethics - Judy Southard

Like Whitt wrote in an earlier blog, I too, am proud to carry the REALTOR® designation behind my name. I am committed to what it stands for and to the Code of Ethics to which all who carry that designation must subscribe.

The REALTOR® Code of Ethics was adopted by the National Association in 1913 in order to establish a professional standard of conduct during a time when real estate had a history of rampant land speculation, exploitation and disorder. It was an era before the adoption of state regulatory licensing systems. It was not unusual to have multiple "first" mortgages. The establishment of "the code" in such times was nothing less than revolutionary!!

It is, however, a living document. . .subject to change. . .and it must be that way in order to keep up with the times. If you would like to read through the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, respond to my blog or give me a call. I'll send you a copy.

~Judy Southard
479-567-7377

All In A Day's Work - Bill Ladd

Well, it’s Friday. Spent the early part of my morning with my 2 young grandsons who had spent the night. What a Blast! Like most, they wake up in a new world every day, full of energy, enthusiasm and excitement. What a great way for me to be sent off to work.

Made a few stops along my way, checking on building progress and a few errands. So there, I was now at work, my first appointment soon to arrive and final preparations done (car cleanout, desk, etc.). Enthusiasm that I received from my grandsons helped me greet my first appointment. An exciting young man wanting to purchase his first home bringing his own energy and excitement. What a combination!!!

We had a fantastic first meeting, looked at a few homes, followed up on financing and charted a course. What a rush it is to be around young people and be part of their dreams and desires. As we finished, I couldn’t help but think of my youth and my first home. . . . and now another generation.

Well, the day is flying by, a quick (late) lunch and back at it. Followed up on items and calls needing attention. Set another appointment and read materials for a meeting next week only to be reminded I’m supposed to write a Blog! Help Me! What is a Blog?

Carrying the Realtor® Name - Whitt Piker

I am proud to be a Realtor® and carry that name. It is an honor for me and I want to represent it well.

You see I have an older brother! That is probably enough said but he is an older brother who wasn't too thrilled to have a younger brother. In fact he always told me I was adopted. So when I would get in trouble or my parents would be especially hard on me he would always remind me it was because I was adopted.

One day when I was about 12 and I was about to go away on a church trip my Dad came into my room and shut the door behind him (which is never a good thing) He then proceeded to ask me this question "Son what is your Last Name?" I immediately thought "Oh crap, I am adopted, and he is about to tell me right now!" and I answered "Piker" and then he said "and what is my Last name?" and I said "Piker" and then he said this: "That's right we carry the same last name and every where you go you carry that name, just like I carry and my father carried and his father before him, so if you leave this house and act like a fool or do something you shouldn't do then you are not only representing yourself but every one who carries that name and has ever carried it". Needless to say, I have never forgotten that conversation. And now when my nine year old gets ready to leave the house, or to walk on the ball field I look at him and say "what's your last name?" Enough said he knows what I am talking about.

I carry the name Realtor®, and I know who that represents, and if you carry that name realize today that you are not just representing yourself, but everyone who carries that name as well!