What a week it has been! These past seven days were as busy as it gets in real estate. Buyers are hot and ready to go as our Summer Arizona real estate market is in full swing much like many other parts of the Country. Among real estate and business duties, Josh and I both lead High School boys and girls groups through our home church. We were very busy helping make final preparations to take over 500 students to San Diego next week for our annual Summer camp. Now that I finally have a free minute this evening to sit down and reflect on what I learned in real estate this week my mind is directed to a certain couple that I've been representing as a buyer's agent...read more.
Animals of the MLS
We have double trouble in this weeks Animals of the MLS. This dynamic duo clearly could not be trusted to handle a visitor in the house so they were relegated to the backyard. However, by the perked up ears and intrigued looks on their faces they seem to be taking the banishment in stride...read more.
The Windshield is Bigger than the Rearview Mirror
Have you ever been rejected? Has a business deal you were working completely unraveled? Did you set forth goals for yourself that never came to fruition? I'm guessing that your answer to those and many questions like them is a resounding "Yes"! It's not easy to pick yourself back up from failure. As business professionals it's tough when our best laid plans and golden opportunities don't pan out the way we thought they would. However, if we always reflected on what could have been instead of looking forward to what is before us then we'd constantly be missing out on the wonderful road of opportunities that lie ahead.
There's a reason the windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror. The future is so much bigger than the past . Although we need the rearview mirror. It's necessary to keep an eye out on what possible dangers could be closing in on us. Bad habits, past mistakes, and poor decisions have a way of trying to catch up to us after we've long since passed them by. Just like rearview mirrors, "these objects may be closer than they appear". We could think that the danger isn't close enough to harm us but on closer inspection is barreling towards us at a high rate of speed. We can choose to step on the accelerator and outrun them, or perhaps getting off on the next exit and taking a different road is in order. Either way, constantly glancing at our rearview mirrors helps us to avoid whatever negative situation is trying to creep back toward us.
The windshield, however, is designed to allow the most optimal surveillance of what's in front of us. It's large, clear, and structured to protect us from the elements as we speed ahead. They are specially made to crack but not completely shatter if a dangerous object tries to infiltrate. Our business windshield should also be structured in such away that allows us to see clearly in to the distance and also cracks instead of shatters when bad decisions come flying at us.
We must stay vigilant to keep our windshields clean and free of obstructions that will impair our vision. Keeping our reservoir full of cleaning solution and ensuring our windshield wipers are always ready for use will go a long way in helping keep our sights set on our surroundings instead of focusing on all the dirt that has accumulated during our journey.
Both the rearview mirror and windshield are very important tools to have, but looking ahead is a far greater experience than looking at what we've already passed by. Take more time to look through your windshield instead of focusing on your reaview mirror.
If you or someone you know are thinking of purchasing or selling real estate in the Gilbert, Arizona or East Valley areas contact us Today! We'll make sure your windshield is clean and clear so that you can make the best decisions for you and your family when it comes to home buying and selling.
You have to Work to Succeed
It seems a strange concept to even mention to anyone that in order for you to succeed you have to work but alas, there are so many wide-eyed, young and impressionable business professionals who are fresh out of that motivational seminar or have just completed the most recent New York Times best-seller about how to conquer the business world in 12-easy steps. They are dressed to impress but as soon as they encounter the real world and discover how grueling it can be to start a business they often grow weary and abandon those once lofty dreams...read more.
Gilbert, AZ now the 4th largest city in the Phoenix Metro Area
Gilbert, Arizona just surpassed Glendale as the Fourth largest city in the greater Phoenix Metro Area! Just one year after passing Scottsdale in total population, Gilbert continues it's rapid climb up the ranks of desirable places to live. According to the U.S. Census Bureau estimates, Gilbert added nearly 9,000 new residents between July 2013 and July 2014 catapulting us past Reno, Nevada, Garland, Texas, and Winston-Salem, NC to become the 86th largest community in the United States. We have experienced a growth rate of 3.8% bringing the total estimates to 239,277 residents...read more.
The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week
Troon is one of the most prestigious areas in all of Scottsdale. There are several different phases of properties in Troon but regardless of which home you live in, if it's in Troon it's bound to be impressive. One of the most recognizable tournaments on the PGA tour, The Waste Management Open is held at the Troon North golf course. The most expensive home that sold in Arizona last week comes from Artesano at Troon Village. This massive 7,200 square foot hillside home features lavish and over-the-top amenities such as two separate kitchens, a huge wine cellar, and of course it's own private gated entry. A modest sales price of $3.5 million got the deal done for this exquisite residence...read more.