Ray Carman – Auctioneer

So much of life is run in the fast lane. We have become so accustom to things moving at break neck speed, it is easy to forget how to slow down and relax. I know for years as a child, we would go on family vacation, but the pace of life never really slowed down. Dad would have to make calls into the office to stay on top of any given situation. If you didn’t, well, your contract or sale might fall through, leaving you wondering how you would pay for the vacation you were on.

And now we have run into a market which has left many agent wondering what to do with so much free time. With the market slower than it has been in years, it is easy to become frustrated and force yourself to spin your wheels getting no where. Doing this can only lead to high blood pressure and stomach pains from stress. Doing alot and accomplishing little is not good for your soul.

The key in this market place is going to be patience. Many current licensees will drop by the way side, not wanting to pay the dues necessary to stay in the business. Others will drive themselves into the ground, spinning their wheels, and money, and getting nothing done. But those who will survive and thrive are the ones who are willing to be patient, work hard, and be smart.

Their is going to be transactions take place, even in a slow market. Here in Sumner County, we have not seen anything like Florida, California, and other neighboring states. Just yesterday, Florda put a moritorium on foreclosures for 45 days to try and stop the bleeding. If that comes to us here in Tennessee, we will think these days were great! We just have to hunker down and work hard, patiently awaiting for the sun to shine again. Being patient and allowing yourself to even relax and enjoy some quiet time in a book (preferably one that will help and encourage you) is a major key to not going under during this time. And even more important, it is the key to your health (physical, mental, and emotional) and ability to survive these long winter months!

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