Well, here it is Friday night, and I'm realizing I didn't have a particularly stellar week in real estate. Hmmmm....what's going on?
Times like these tend to put a damper on my attitude, confidence, and enthusiasm, but I always try to find some sort of motivation to get me back on track. I found it just a little while ago.
I met some buyers of mine at the house we're set to close on in two weeks. They just wanted to take some measurements and take another look around. The sellers came home while we were there, and the four of them struck up a friendly conversation about each of their plans. It was one of the most cordial meetings I've ever seen between buyers and sellers.
As we were leaving, my buyers thanked me for my time, and then she added, "Thank you for everything."
It's funny, but as happy as I am that we found "the" house for them and as satisfying as it is to see and hear their excitement, I have to admit I'm a little bummed that two weeks from now, this transaction will be closed. No more regular contact. Sure I'll add them to my mailing list and connect with them regularly just as I do with all my past buyers and sellers, but it's not the same.
The opportunity to meet and work with the Jasons and Micahs in this world remind me why I do what I do. And they always provide that motivation to get back on track -- to improve my attitude, grow my self-confidence, and be enthusiastic about all the opportunities I am given.
So thanks for your kind words...I needed that.
