Today is Thanksgiving!

As we give thanks today on Thanksgiving, take time out to think about what you're thankful for.

Why not go around dinner table and have each person say what or who they are TRULY thankful for this year.

For many agents, this year has been tough - financially, mentally, physically, and emotionally. Maybe you've worked twice as hard for half the commission this year. Maybe you've had to deal with a lot more difficult clients this year. Maybe real estate hasn't been enjoyable for you this year.

Well, be thankful for everything you have in life, because there are hundreds of millions of people, who are in a lot worse situations than you and I right now.

Think about our troops in harm's way every day...the hundreds of thousands of Bangladeshan people now suffering from the cyclone that hit their country last week...the homeless - men, women & children...the unthinkable pain and suffering happening around the world...

Take a moment to think about how blessed we are to be living in the greatest country in the world.

When times get tough, you need to look at how you can do things differently, so that you can maintain or exceed your expectations.

The real estate market doesn't always have 5%, 10%, 20% or more appreciation every year. We've been very fortunate for many years and now we're in a changing market. Don't forget that the housing market always goes through cycles...some longer than others.

But remember, homes are still selling in our market. The ones with the best pricing, in the best condition and are effectively negotiated...are selling.

So take time out this week and think about the good things and the people you're closest to in your life. Have you picked up the phone to see how a sick relative is doing or checked up on a distant cousin who you used to be close to?

We all can get too wrapped up in our daily, busy lives and we wonder where all of our time goes.

Take time out to look over your schedule and see how you can work more efficiently, so that you can have more time to do the things you love doing and spend more time with the people you love too.

Thanks for letting me share my tips with you each week.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

To you and your family,

Dan