3 Real Estate Deals and 2 Funerals

I continue to get asked the question of why did you get into real estate at a time like this. My initial reaction is to say that I like sales and I like meeting new people. I get the nodding heads to say that my answer has satisfied the question.

In the last 2 months-I am new at this-I closed 3 deals and have attended 2 funerals. You might be wondering where this story is going....Well we know when you hear that someone has passed away from this life, you start to reflect on your past relationship with the deceased. Your mind may conjure up memories that were so distant that you are almost amazed that you had forgotten such a time. Although the funerals may bring about great sorrow, the memories make me smile.



I draw a huge correlation with the relationships that are formed through real estate transactions. I draw on memories of the initial conversation, the property showings, the accepting of the offer. I remember one of my buyers told her husband that I was her new "best friend". We share stories, we laugh, and sometimes we might have to share some disappointments (the inspector found something wrong). This is the making of a true relationship!

Then there is the time to close the deal-(the funeral). It is bittersweet, of course everyone is overjoyed (the buyer is in their new home-I made a commission) but it also brings some sorrow.


So the next time someone ask me the question of why did you get into real estate....I can honestly answer it's for the RELATIONSHIPS!