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2013
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There are many who are eloquent in speech. They have that gifted ability to mesmerize you and even change your way of thinking. You listen to them in utter awe. You wish your ability to communicate was close to theirs. But are you really listening to the content of their message? Consider this: "...
05/20/2013
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We all enjoy time in our comfort zone. Do we energetically embrace discomfort? No, not really! Do we seek discomfort? If we want to expand our horizons, we must. Learning to embrace discomfort in order to grow and shine is a difficult task to master. It is, however, a necessary part of growth. An...
05/19/2013
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Have we learned our lesson? Great question to ask now that the real estate market is turning around in most areas of the country. What have we learned in the last few years as the real estate market tanked, values plummeted and dreams went south! If we learned one thing it is wishing will not mak...
05/18/2013
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Do you engage in a number of activities in order to reach your goals? Do you consistently monitor your results? Do you make the necessary adjustments to keep yourself on track? As you make your assessment it is important to keep the following in mind: "Don't confuse activity with results!" Be res...
05/17/2013
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A major lender has a new concept in loan discrimination! They will not discriminate in the term of the loan but they have some unusual underwriting guidelines. They think it is OK to grant a 30 year loan to people who are 87 years old, but require their IRA account has sufficient funds to make al...
05/16/2013
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Ever meet a great leader? Ever had an excellent manager? Ever analyzed what made that person so great? Natural skills? Just a lucky person in the right place at the right time? Got you thinking? A lot to consider over the morning coffee. While you are giving it some thought consider this: "Great ...
05/15/2013
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Does what other people may think stop you from doing what you want to do? Do you sometimes hold back because of fear? It is only temporary! Does it really bother you what other people think? Stop! Do the right thing if that is what you want to do! Do not let what other people think stop you from ...
05/14/2013
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Some things in life are temporary! One of those things are vacations, Last week my son arrived from Chicago to spend some time with us over the Mother's day weekend. Today marks the end of his stay and return to Chicago. Vacations are a good reminder that all good things come to an end and the va...
05/13/2013
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Monday morning and a day after Mother's Day! And, it is not a work day! My son is in town for a visit and I am taking the day off! No plans yet, but it is shaping up to be a fantastic day! Why? My son is in town and we are going to spend the day! Gotta go! Hope you enjoy your day too!
05/12/2013
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Hopefully all will be able to celebrate today! For those who have to work, hopefully you will have some time to celebrate at asome point in the day. We all get so busy that we sometimes fail to pause and pay attention to the important things. So today, take some time and breathe. Enjoy your day!
05/11/2013
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Wayne Martin
Real Estate Broker - Retired