Mindset

So far, 2023 is off to an interesting start, to say the least. And, in terms of the housing market and the economy overall, we’re not really sure what’s in store. After looking at the trends for this year, what we do know is that there’s a shortage of inventory, mortgage and interest rates are […]

After working hard to make a connection with a potential client, they suddenly leave you for someone else. The breakup that ensues (even if you haven’t gotten that close yet) can be a painful one. Whether it’s because you genuinely wanted to work with this person or you were very hopeful that this would pan […]

Millions of Americans have been impacted by COVID-19, if not health-wise, then economically (and, in some cases, sadly both). Many industries have been suffering, forced to close their doors, furlough employees, and wait and see how these events will continue to unfold. And, in households where providers are self-employed—a demographic that’s often overlooked in these […]

How can you know nothing or little about a subject and still be confident? It is EASY. Now, I am sure you are scratching your chin and thinking that makes no sense at all. Just like the line from Anchorman “60 percent of the time it works every time!” So how can you know extraordinarily […]

Where I Come From In 2012 I was an assistant golf pro at a shitty public course making $10 an hour fighting like hell for a $2 an hour raise.  I had married the love of my life and Obama with his first time home buyer credit helped us buy a $60,000 condo.  My wife […]

Being autistic in real estate Happy Autism Awareness Month, my Lab-Coated homies! My name is David Serpa and I am 35 years old and autistic. A lot must go through a person’s head the first time they hear me say “I’m autistic” because they always want to tell me I’m “fine” or “how normal” I […]

WHY SUNDAYS? Sunday’s are for planning! This is the day that you can reflect on your previous week and prepare for the week that is ahead of you. We all know how fascinating Monday’s can be. Why stress and look like this guy when you can set your week up for success! Here are 5  […]

“Nobody is interested in buying or selling real estate because of COVID-19.” “Why would anyone want to talk to a real estate agent when there is so much stress?” “It feels as if it would be insensitive for me to call someone during a time of crisis.” “Instead of bothering somebody now, I’ll wait until […]

In a report released by Yale Insights, it was discovered that when women buy a home, they spend 2% more on average than when men buy a home, and when they go to sell that home, they earn 2% less. While this percentage may not seem so significant, it amounts to $1,600 less each year […]