Kelly Family Christmas and Looking Into 2015

New Years in Williamsburg VA

Your challenge is identifying Mary Dee, Ross, Rachel and myself in the Kelly Family Christmas reunion picture.  The photo captures a moment outside a courthouse in Williamsburg, Virginia.  The old colonial town is a wonderful place to appreciate America’s birth as well as modern conveniences such as electricity! The visit was a wonderful gift that…

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Honest Politician and A Christian Realtor Go Into A Bar

Honest politician and a Christian Realtor go into a bar. Sounds like the makings of a fun joke. What is the punchline? For me? everything. I have worked to reconcile faith and work over 2 decades. Being a Christian and a business man has been more challenging for me than it needed to be. What…

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Are you buying real estate? Look at the whole enchilada

Are you buying real estate? Look at the whole enchilada. Helping a part time investor this evening look at a house. The area is on an upswing. Houses around are selling faster. He is excited. As an agent who has seen a few things, he asks what should I be concerned with? Look at it…

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What Would You Tell Your Younger Self?

What would you tell your younger self? This is a frequently asked question of Entre Leadership podcasts from Dave Ramsey. It is a super question. I sometimes think if I could go back in time and have coffee with young Brian. What would I tell him? Here are a few topics: 1. Turn to God…

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What is a Broker's Price Opinion?

What is a Broker’s Price Opinion? Simply stated it is the opinion of a licensed real estate agent of the most likely sales price (value) of real property. The National Association of Realtors states a Broker’s Price Opinion (BPO) should contain 7 things in writing. They are as follows: 1. The identity of a subject…

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Buyer's Agent or Listing Agent? Which One Do You Want To Be?

Buyer’s Agent or Listing Agent? Which One Do You Want To Be? Real estate is a service business. The consumer wants service during evenings and weekends. That is the most convenient time for buyers. Sellers have a need to relocate. They need a consistent campaign. So how do Realtors focus and choose which of the…

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