Mid-Michigan Realtor® - A glimpse at my life.

  Starting out in real estate can feel both exciting and overwhelming, but having a plan in place for your showings can make all the difference. One of the most important steps before any showing is to learn about the property . Don’t rely solely on the MLS—go deeper. Study the property disclosures, look for updates, unique features, and anything that might stand out to a buyer. Knowing key details like the age of the roof, furnace, or whether the home has had recent renovations builds trust and positions you as a knowledgeable professional. Equally important is learning about the surrounding area . Buyers aren’t just investing in a house—they’re buying into a neighborhood. Be prepared to talk about nearby schools, parks, restaurants, commute times, and anything else that might be relevant to your client’s lifestyle. Even if your client doesn’t ask directly, this kind of insight can help them picture themselves living there and shows that you care about the bigger picture. When ...

  At our staff meeting this week, our Broker, Badger Beall, quoted this line, “Time is more valuable than money. You can get more money, but you cannot get more time.” — Jim Rohn This simple statement carries profound weight. In a world that often prioritizes hustle, income, and financial milestones, we sometimes overlook the most precious resource we have: time . Time is Finite No matter who we are—rich or poor, young or old, we all get the same 24 hours in a day. Once an hour passes, it's gone forever. You can’t rewind it, repurchase it, or bank it for later. This makes time an incredibly rare and nonrenewable resource. Unlike money, there’s no saving or investing that can multiply the time we’ve already used. Money is Potentially Limitless The beauty—and sometimes the trap—of money is that we can always earn more of it. With effort, creativity, and persistence, financial opportunities can be pursued and cultivated. Whether it’s through a new job, investment, or busi...