Tuesday, November 28, 2006

Real Estate . . . an Industry with a Heart



One of the things that has impressed me the most about the real estate community is how it takes care of it’s own. It is truly and industry with a heart! No matter how competitive you are for clients, I have witnessed time and time again just how you come together when one of you is in trouble or has a need.

Just this year, there have been several of our cover stories that have faced one of life’s biggest challenges (illness, death of a child, etc.) and others in the industry (from both sides of the real estate desk) were there to help out with fundraisers, donations, and much more personal help.

This month’s cover honoree, Ms. Donna Ellis of Coldwell Banker United-The Woodlands faced just such a tragedy several years ago and was overwhelmed by the help that she received from her friends and so many wonderful people in the real estate community. I know that you are going to enjoy her very special story.

So many real estate companies (Coldwell Banker United, Keller Williams Realty, RE/MAX etc.) and organizations like chapters of the Women’s Council of Realtors ® put on events during the year. to benefit causes like Hope Village Foundation, The Brookwood Community, Candlelighters, Texas Childrens Hospital, American Cancer Society, The Nancy Owens Memorial Foundation, The Susan B. Komen “Race for the Cure”, etc.

What a wonderful thing it is to be able to use your blessings as a business community to bless others.

Whether you give generously for the recognition or do so as a secret between you and your GOD, thank you for all you do for others in need!

Please remember as you give generously this season to help the poor, the sick, the homeless and the destitute, that the poor, sick, homeless and destitute are in the position in life all year long and not just during the holiday season. Finally, from our family to yours, have a wonderful, safe and happy holiday!

Seasons Greetings!
As always, good reading and good sales!
Success to You!

Steve Levine

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