The PIN Magazine January 2018

JANUARY 2018 Vol. 05 | Issue 1

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EDITORIAL TEAM Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA Editor in Chief (800) 401-8994 Ext. 703 Kim Collier Managing Editor Executive Director of Publishing (800) 401-8994 ext. 712 kim.collier@thepowerisnow.com Goldy Ponce Arratia Graphic Artist and Design Manager (800) 401-8994 ext. 711 goldy.ponce@thepowerisnow.com

CONTRIBUTORS The Power Is Now Research Team

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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OUR COVER Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA President & CEO of The Power Is Now, Inc.

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April Harris Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Lanise Spann Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Christina Kimble Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Danon Burnside Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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JT Burnside Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Sylvia Young Real Estate Agent Spotlight

Classye James Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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David Ellis Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Robin Davis Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Leon Townsend Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Alshaun Rodgers Real Estate Agent Spotlight

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Growing Trends in At Home Businesses

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How to Help Fire Victims in Southern California

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How to Not Get Scammed By a Contractor

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Editor’s Letter

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ear Esteem Readers,

Can you believe it’s January 2018? I can’t. “Where did the time go?” is the refrain I continue to hear from my friends and family who seem bewildered and disoriented by speed in which the time flew by. Every year I hear the same old jokes about “where’s my flying car or spaceship”. Don’t ask Elon Musk questions like that. He might say it’s in his garage being tested. Ok. I am going to say it. Here it goes, “ Wow! Where did the time go?” Here is another one, “Wow! What a year this has been?” It has been a crazy year from Politics, Technology, Race Riots, the threat of nuclear war and Sexual Harassment. OMG. What a year this has been.

As crazy and unpredictable the year has been, nothing in this year measure up to the first day of the New Year. It is an event in and of itself. Celebrating the New Year or new years day and actually seeing a new year come to fruition is perhaps the most important and life changing

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event that you can experience.

Unlike the many holidays’ that celebrate Man, God and memorable events in our history, the first day of the New Year is all about you! You made it! Now you may have barely made it but you made it. You may have just slipped in but you made it. You may have been carried in but you made it. You have slept it in but you made it.

You made it and you must give yourself credit because many did not. 2017 took them out.

This is something that we simply cannot take for granted.

Life can be hard and unforgiving.

Life can be stressful, depressing and full of challenges that seem to never end for many. For many, it was simply too much to handle. They gave up literally and took themselves out. Some died from sickness and disease.

Some died from car accidents and plane crashes. Some died from terrorist bombings and senseless violence. Some died from war. Some died from gunshot wounds, from police and criminals. Some died from drug abuse and alcohol. Some died

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from old age and loneliness. I can go on and on and name many reasons why many will not see life in 2018. But you my friend are here.

You survived 2017 and maybe thrived. You conquered instead of being conquered and now Your Power Is Now to live your best life ever.

Thankfully 2018 is filled with people like you who understand the lessons learned in 2017, and are ready and empowered to apply that lesson to 2018. 2018 will demand your very best which does not come from will power and or mental toughness. Your very best life will come from being Christ centered, purpose driven and passionate about helping others do the same. It has nothing to do with your profession or trade.

It has everything to do with why you are here in 2018 and others are not. It has everything to do with coming to terms with your purpose for the space you take up and the air you breath. You are more than eating and drinking and sleeping. You are more

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than work or play. You are here. To be Christcentered is antithesis of self-centered, to be purpose driven is to provide outcomes that are aligned with your values, and to be passionate is to show excitement and love for what you do and value you bring to the lives of others.

2018 is your year to do all of that and more.

It is your year to live your best life. So don’t waste it. 2019 may be a possibility but all we really have is now. Our Power Is Now to make a difference in the world. Happy New Year. You earned it!

Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA CEO The Power Is Now Inc.

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Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA “Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness… great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy.”

– Jim Rohn

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rom obtaining his MBA from the prestigious University of Redlands to becoming the president and CEO of The Power Is Now Inc., Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA can be said to possess the Midas touch: everything he touches turns to gold. Eric is a well-established real estate mogul

Educational Background Living out his capacity and zeal for education, Mr. Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA obtained his first degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Redlands, where he graduated with flying colors. He proceeded to obtain his Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in finance from the same university.

Career After graduating from the university, Eric followed his dreams of being an entrepreneur of high repute. His career includes a total of 26 years in

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sales management and marketing.

Currently, he successfully manages 15 home mortgage consultants, 7 home mortgage assistants, and 3 customer service representatives for the North Orange County Markets Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Centers. His base of operation is the La Habra Home Loan Center.

At Washington Mutual, Mr. Eric successfully revitalized his market area through recruiting and increased loan production. His mortgage lending production grew from $4 million a month in loan volume in 1997, to a high of $95 million per month in 2006. In 2005, he achieved a new milestone in funding over $1.14 billion in mortgage volume, and averaged $1 billion a year in production from 2003 to 2007.

Mr. Frazier joined Wells Fargo Home Mortgage as a Vice President and Branch Manager on May 16, 2008, and brought his entire production team of loan consultants and support staff with him. Prior to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, he enjoyed a very successful 11½ year career in Mortgage Banking

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with Washington Mutual Home Loans as a vice president and senior home loan center manager.

Professional Affiliations A lot can be said about a man by looking at the people he chooses to associate with. As a real estate investor and developer, Mr. Eric Frazier holds a California Real Estate Broker’s license.

He is also a member of the Asian Business Association of Orange County and a Former Member of the Board of Directors of Diamond Bar Chamber of Commerce. He is a member of the Brea Chamber of Commerce, the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, the Black Chamber of Commerce in Orange County, the Pacific West Realtors Association of Realtors, the Tri County Board of Realtors, the National Association of

Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, the California Association of Realtors (CAR), the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 100 Black Men of Orange County and the chairman of the board of directors for the California African American Museum.

Achievements President and CEO of The Power Is Now Inc Mr. Eric is the CEO of The Power Is Now Inc, a company founded in since Sept. 1, 2009 that is involved in various things although still under the broad spectrum of real estate and mortgage. The company provides educational materials and resources for both consumers and real estate professionals; it also conducts research on emerging trends in real estates to afford investors a substantial and fair return on their real estate investment.

Editor-In-Chief, Power Is Now Magazine Due to his vast experience and top-notch expertise in real estate combined with his penchant for publication Mr. Eric Frazier started publishing The PIN Magazine, which is an online real estate magazine that has been in circulation since Sept. 1, 2013.

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President of The Power Is Now Leadership Academy As a leader himself there is no better way to prove his leadership skills and to also contribute his own quota to the society other than establishing his own leadership academy which is a non-profit corporation created to support and develop young men and women in leadership in the mortgage and real estate industry and ministry. The power is Now Leadership Academy serves as a pillar of support and training ground for youths interested in achieving their leadership potentials in the real estate arena the academy also supports various community initiatives centered on job training and education.

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Personal life Eric’s accomplishment in real estate has not robbed him of the joy of having a family. He is married to Ruby Lee, a woman after his heart.

is everything to him, so it is no wonder he treats his two sons-in-law, Virgil Cannon and Donald Williams, like his own children.

With her, he nurtured the dreams of being an entrepreneur, so it is not surprising that decades after their marriage they founded Frazier Group Reality in Riverside, CA. It is a full-service, family-owned and family-operated real estate brokerage started in May 6th, 2006.

The fruits of the marriage are four daughters.

Just like their father, they are also highly educated: two of them are graduates of the University of Riverside, and both have recently earned their master’s degrees. The third daughter is a senior at UCI, and the last child of the family is in the sixth grade at Carden Academy. Eric is also called grandpa by his two granddaughters, Carrah and Chole. His family

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So far at The Power Is Now, Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA has brought much success, and is appreciated for this as well as his handson approach to running a business. By being a leader, mentor, and coach, he has garnered more respect and admiration in a few years than most CEOs experience in their whole careers. We look forward to where he takes this company, and how he redefines this industry as a whole!

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s a longtime resident of the North Bay Area, April Harris is well-versed in residential real estate in the local marketplace and is adept at interpreting market value in the North Bay Area and the surrounding communities.

April completed her Ph.D. in the cultural foundations of education at Syracuse University in 2013. She has coauthored a number of articles on student success models and presented extensively on African American community, life, and history in the Greater North Bay Area of California, including exhibits at places such as the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond, California.

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April works with The Power Is Now in Wine Country, which is known as the land of grand estates, expansive tasting rooms, quaint towns, and elegant lodgings. Buying and selling real estate does not have to be stressful. April’s focus is to always ensure that her clients have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the entire process. She is a good listener, and her priority is to fulfill her client’s needs.

She has a professional membership with the National Association of Realtors, California Association of Realtors, North Bay Association of Realtors, Mendocino County Association of Realtors, Lake County Association of Realtors, BAREIS MLS – Bay Area, CRMLS – California Regional, and METROLink MLS – Sacramento Regional.

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Outside of real estate, she is a historian and conducts research related to African American life and community. She still conducts academic research, and she has a book that will be released next year. Her research includes examinations of the Underground Railroad, the Harlem Renaissance, and the westward migrations of African Americans, particularly during the rise of nineteenth-century Black towns and settlements during World War II and the postwar period in her native Marin County, California.

your clients’ needs and wants. Stay in constant contact with your seller; let them know what efforts are being made to close their deal.”

April has a true passion for real estate and her clients. Whether you are buying or selling, as your agent, April will aggressively manage the transaction from point A to Z. April dedicates her time and resources to your best interests. The real estate industry is her full-time profession.

April’s hobbies include fishing, gardening, hiking, wine tasting and cooking good eats. For April the principal motivation is family: her son and grandson are at the center of her universe.

2017 has been an amazing year for April, and she has learned so many great lessons. She has come to understand that time management in real estate time is not the same as on academic time. April says that “I’ve always been an advocate of options; in real estate, make sure you are abreast of the available inventory for

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3391 Boxwood St , Clearlake Park 95422 $5,000 A lot in one of the last under-developed in Clearlake. Lots of potential with few neighbors and within walking distance to the elementary school and a short distance to the lake, park, restaurants and shopping.

5,232 sqft lot, 0.12acres, $0.96/sqft, R1zoning

3730 Koloko St , Clearlake 95422 $9,500 Vacant lot in an established community not far from Austin Park and Clearlake PD. Close to shopping, restaurants and other amenities.

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3349 Mint St , Clearlake Park 95422 $7,500 Thinking about building a lake getaway? Great open space in an underdeveloped area of Clearlake Park, near Pomo Elementary School and only minutes from the lake. This area has been waiting for families to move in and make a nice community.

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“We appreciate your professionalism and integrity.” “From the moment we met to the close of escrow, you delivered exceptional service.”

These are just two of the positive comments clients have expressed following representation

by The Power Is Now agent Classye James in Santa Clara County.

Growing up in the heart of Silicon Valley gave Classye a unique perspective into the technology industry at a very young age. It also helped to drive her strong interest in the automation of systems to create ease at home, in school, or in the workplace. While she always fostered her love for technology, for a large part of her life, her main focus was on sports – specifically basketball. She played basketball competitively for 17 years and was a collegiate player at both Oregon State University and San Jose State University with the ultimate dream of becoming a professional basketball player.

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Unfortunately, that dream ended due to a career-ending injury that changed her plans for the future. She was forced to retire from basketball at the age of 22, closing a ma jor chapter in her life. In December 2014, she found herself at a crossroads; she knew that she needed to develop a new plan for the next steps in her life. Equipped with a degree in Business Finance from San Jose State University, Classye leveraged her network to gain a job at Cisco

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Systems, and shortly after she received her real estate license.

As a former athlete, one of her strongest attributes is her ability to collaborate with others in order to solve complex problems. She is currently enrolled at Santa Clara University, where she is working towards her MBA, and she is very excited for her new journey at The Power Is Now and the many successes to follow.

Classye’s honesty and knowledge of the market coupled with a strong drive to assist her clients makes her a valuable asset when searching for a property. She is ready to go to work for you today.

Classye’s belief in trust and integrity, along with her commitment to clients throughout their home buying and selling experience, ensures her success. Understanding and fulfilling her clients’ needs is her top priority. Classye provides each client with the opportunity to make sound financial decisions based upon a customized marketing strategy focused on their specific expectations and the latest market trends.

In her limited spare time, she likes to coach kids in basketball, do yoga, and read. Traveling, health and fitness are her interests. Her motivation in life is inspiring others, achieving

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the desired end result of a goal, learning new things, completing a difficult project, and overcoming challenges. In her career as a real estate agent, Classye has learned a few things, including how to adjust and keep moving, how to celebrate success and learn from loss, how to seize the moment and act on your goals, and how to know what you want to do and when/ how you will do it.

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WANT TO BUY OR SELL?

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ike many of his clients, The Power Is Now agent David Ellis fell for the beauty and climate of the Inland Empire and stayed for the amenities and lifestyle it offers.

Relationships are paramount to David Ellis.

He brings outstanding client-service skills honed in the industry to everyone he has the pleasure of assisting.

Whether clients are searching for first homes or investment properties, he provides excellent services, ensuring clients consistently receive accurate and candid information and communications and the attention, professionalism, and experience they expect and deserve.

David believes that working hard to represent each client’s best interests is the foundation for a successful career and a strong reputation in real estate. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a piece of land, an estate, an investment property, a family home, or a condo, his goal is the same: to answer all of your questions knowledgeably and honestly, help you find exactly what you want, and work with you through the process, while exercising the utmost degree of professionalism and integrity.

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David has lived in the Inland Empire all his life. Currently, he resides in Upland with his wife of 12 years, their daughter, and their two dogs. David’s primary area of service is the cities of Upland and Ontario. With over 40 years dedicated to the Inland Empire, David has gained a unique insight into the area and its history. David believes in working and dealing with people honestly, and he

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continually demonstrates this belief in his real estate work. In his free time, David helps coach his daughter’s softball team and donates his time and services to the local church where he is a member.

family and friends view him as a good, honest person whose main motivation in life is God.

To David, selling real estate isn’t just about selling homes. It’s about helping families and establishing friendships. That’s why David works hard to ensure that your family’s needs are met through every step of buying or selling your home so you will be satisfied for years to come. David has an extensive background in sales which is now backed by The Power Is Now, Inc., a nationwide real estate and communitybased multimedia education company.

His hobbies include fishing, camping, golfing, mountain biking, grilling, and antiquing. Other than real estate, David loves to fellowship with his church. He is a big sports fan and enjoys going to UCLA, Dodger, and Angels games. His

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MOVING ON TO YOUR IDEAL PROPERTY?

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U O Y P L E H N A IC DAVID ELLIS Realtor BRE # 01970680 Office: 800-401-8994 x 744 Direct: 909-560-1091 Email: david.ellis@thepowerisnow.com Website: www.thepowerisnow.com

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harlene is a lifelong resident of the Bay Area, and she has a genuine passion for local real estate. With over 20 years in the business, she has the experience necessary to exceed her clients’ expectations.

From Oakland to all of Northern California, the Bay Area is the most beautiful county, which only serves to make the real estate competition fiercer.

That is where Charlene Neely comes in. She brings enthusiasm and passion to the real estate industry. Charlene’s listings sell for an average of 125% of the listing price. In addition, she has a reputation of opening escrow in just three days.

She knows how to move up and into new spaces with perfect aplomb. She’s been branded a “lifestyle real estate agent” who is on a mission to educate and positively change the life of every person she interacts with.

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Charlene studied business and real estate at Samuel Merritt College and Anthony Schools of Real Estate. She began her real estate career as a loan originator in training under Napoleon Forte of Forte Mortgage Corporation, assisting buyers to qualify for loans to purchase properties. For over five years, she was supervisor at Anthony Schools of Real Estate in the Bay Area, assisting staff, instructors, and students in the studies of real estate, contractor, and appraisal courses for licensing preparation. The school was sold to what is now Kaplan Schools. Charlene became a real estate licensee in 1998 with a passion for assisting property buyers to qualify to purchase property and helping sellers to sell their homes.

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Charlene specializes in serving a wide range of counties throughout the Bay Area, including Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Solano, Marine, and Sacramento.

She has extensive knowledge of areas including schools and shopping; knowing each neighborhood makes her the ideal choice for people relocating to the area. For in-town moves, you can trust Charlene to help you find a new neighborhood fast. She is also a member of the National Association of Realtors, the California Association of Realtors, Women’s Council of Realtors, and Associated Real Property Brokers (ARPB) Inc. Charlene is working with The Power Is Now as Broker Associate of Northern California in order to help you achieve your real estate goals.

their specific needs. Charlene is ready to help you buy, sell, or rent your home in the Bay Area.

She has dedication, energy, and experience to make your dream property a reality, whether it is the perfect home in which to raise your family or the shore house that you have always wanted! Charlene believes in personal service, and she is there from the beginning of the process until the closing and beyond.

Besides Charlene’s passion to assist people in meeting their real estate goals, she has always enjoyed praising God in song and assisting her church and churches nationwide in uplifting and spreading God’s Good News. Charlene believes there is a time for relaxation, and she does so by going fishing and traveling to beautiful places.

Charlene is able to provide clients with an unprecedented level of service tailored to meet

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CHARLENE NEELY City Manager / Broker Associate CALBRE # 01235710 Phone: 800-401-8994 x 740 Direct: 510-435-0648 Email:charlene.neely@thepowerisnow.com Website: www.thepowerisnow.com www.applytobuynow.com

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allejo, California’s expert real estate agent Lanise Span has been recognized by her clients and industry peers for her honesty, customer service, and effective communications. Prior to becoming a realtor, she began her career as a loan officer. She credits that experience for imbuing her with a strong work ethic and an enjoyment of providing people with a positive experience.

That foundation and continued success of her career are derived from her commitment to integrity, trust, and exceptional service.

Lanise’s previous business experience blends seamlessly with her emphasis on creative marketing and personal client service that goes far beyond expectation. Her strong negotiating skills are a valuable benefit to both buyers and sellers.

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Lanise believes her mission is to provide added value for every transaction, and she takes pride in the trust her clients place in her.

More important to her than any single deal is having a successful long-term relationship with every client she works with.

During her decade in real estate, Lanise has worked with many different clients. Her clients include first time buyers, veterans, short sales, REOs, investors, and land sales. Lanise has extensive knowledge and unparalleled skills in the California real estate.

She is a Certified Negotiation Expert and

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is a member of various boards, including the Vallejo Black Chamber of Commerce, Solano Association of Realtors, California Association of Realtors, and NRDS National Association of Realtors. She is also a church member at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church, where she serves on the Trustee Board as Treasurer. She also serves on the health ministries board at Kyles Temple and on the deaconess board at Kyles Temple A.M.E Zion Church in Vallejo, California.

Lanise will guarantee every deal is handled with care and honesty throughout these oftencomplicated processes. In her free time, she likes working out, dancing, inventing and being creative. Designing clothing and embroidery as a side business and dabbling in the stock market are her interests outside of real estate.

What motivates Lanise in life is God, her family and helping others succeed. Lanise’s life motto is “Have faith, and leave the rest up to Him.”

As a long-time Vallejo resident, Lanise’s in-depth understanding of the city’s unique market, the many neighborhoods within it, and current market conditions makes her the goto agent for personalized representation. Her passion and drive to help her clients achieve their goals while making them comfortable and at ease is paramount. Whether you are buying or selling a home, Lanise will look out for your best interests.

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hristina Kimble was promoted to Director of Sales and Operations of The Power Is Now in January 2013. Christina works with corporations, non-profits and trade associations such as NAREB, NAHREP, and AREAA. She builds relationships with urban communities and plans events such as homebuyer workshops.

Christina oversees the firm’s day-to-day operations and interfaces with the CEO.

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She also started a new program to enhance The Power Is Now brand within multicultural segments by ensuring they have tools, products, opportunities, and resources to successfully execute business strategies. Her responsibilities include the oversight of business development as well as planning weekly and monthly meetings to communicate performance updates and critical needs.

Prior to her current role, Christina was a sales representative with WorldMark by Wyndham.

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accounts sales manager at CRLaurence in Vernon, CA. She subsequently built her career in many roles. With over two decades of professional experience, Christina has strong relationship and sales management skills.

Christina is also a real estate agent in Orange County and North Orange County working with The Power Is Now. From notable mid-century moderns to coastal estates and everything in between, Christina has represented clients in a variety of home sales and price ranges.

Christina has an immense, immediately evident passion for real estate. Repeat clients, as well as the numerous clients referred to her by them, serve as a testament to her tireless work ethic and uncompromising client service. Solid negotiating, keen objectivity and innate closing skills have truly made Christina a stand-out at The Power Is Now Inc.

to read, skate, and collect black art. She is a lover of politics and admires Angela Rye and all she stands for. When not assisting clients or previewing existing or pre-market properties throughout Los Angeles, Christina can usually be found enjoying her DIY projects. Christina sees her great-grandmother Mildred Clark, her grandmother Una Mae and her three granddaughters as her motivation in life.

Christina’s clients are drawn to her refreshing, honest approach along with her solid, proven results. Regardless of price point or area, at the heart of Christina’s business model is always a passion and true care for her clients and an unwavering commitment to exceed their needs and objectives.

In her limited spare time, Christina likes

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Experience you can trust!

Christina Kimble Director of Operations & Sales Realtor / OCRealtist CAL BRE # 01395886

Phone: 800-401-8994 x 705 Direct: 714-709-1394 christina.kimble@thepowerisnow.com www.thepowerisnow.com www.applytobuynow.com

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winning attitude and a total commitment to clients’ goals are hallmarks of the professional philosophy that drives Danon Burnside’s work with The Power Is Now. Danon is a native of San Bernardino who deeply appreciates how the beauty and tranquility attract people from around the world, and his nuanced knowledge ensures that expectations are consistently exceeded for buyers and sellers alike.

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Danon has been licensed since 2008. In addition to 10 years of retail sales experience, he has two years of residential property management experience as well. He got his associate of science degree in business administration from Argosy University in 2016. He is also city manager for San Bernardino. He is a member of CAR, NAR, and CVAR. In November 2017, Danon joined The Power Is Now, a company which specializes in all aspects of residential real estate in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.

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Danon takes pride in really listening to each client and finding the property that is best for them. Buying property, whether it’s your first home or an investment purchase, is neither a process nor a decision to be rushed.

Choosing an agent with whom to list your property is also a decision that can take time and plenty of research. Danon welcomes you to call him with your questions and to see if he can help you in your home search or sale.

Danon loves to exercise and stay healthy and enjoys taking trips to the beach and eating at local restaurants. His hobbies include exercising, boxing, investing, and marksmanship.

Danon has a deep interest in network marketing and cryptocurrency.

Practicing consistency, strong follow-up, building his database, and continuing to develop new skills are all things he has learned in 2017.

He brings his uncompromising ethics, integrity, and outstanding negotiation skills to the highly competitive real estate industry, and his level of organization and professionalism are unmatched. His desire to build “something great� impacts his home life, too. What motivates Danon is working towards providing a better life for his two boys and his grandson.

Growing up in the beautiful city of San Bernardino, he learned life skills that symbolize integrity, communication, hard work, and dedication. These skills helped him through ten years of a professional real estate career in which he was able to build long-lasting personal and professional relationships.

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T Burnside joins The Power Is Now as a Real Estate agent. JT Burnside’s ten years of real estate experience offers his clients the comfort of knowing every step of their buying, selling, or leasing process is handled with care and world-class knowledge. His positive outlook, concern for his clients’ best interests, honesty, and emphasis on integrity provide clients with the best possible experience and help alleviate the stress usually associated with real estate transactions. In an industry dominated by overbearing egos and combative situations, JT Burnside is proud that he has always been able to create winning/ideal scenarios for his clients.

His attentive nature and desire for his clients to be happy and achieve their goals make working with him a rewarding experience.

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real estate market.

“JT Burnside has a grasp of the Rialto City Market and a commitment to his clients that is second to none,” says Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, President of The Power Is Now, Inc. “His intelligence and integrity make him a pleasure to work with, and we are honored to have him on our team.”

the Inland Empire has allowed him to gain the specialized 10 years of experience needed in this area. The real estate market is ever changing, and he has been able to grasp it in order to educate buyers as well as sellers what is the best course of action to take, whether they are buying or selling real estate.

JT says: “The key to my successful interaction with clients has been listening to their wants and needs and giving them information that ultimately helps them make an educated decision pertaining to their transaction. When clients are faced with having to choose a Real Estate Agent, I can say with confidence that choosing an Agent who is part of The Power Is Now is the best

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choice one could ever make. I am willing to take on any task, no matter how big or small, in order to achieve the results wanted from their real estate transaction. The Power Is Now has created set standards that make us stand out from other competitors. When you want results, you choose the best: The Power Is Now real estate!”

JT has great communication skills when it comes to client interaction he always listens to their wants and needs and gives them information that ultimately helps them make an educated decision pertaining to their transaction. He can help you determine the value of your home and get an accurate estimate for the Rialto City

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JT observes, listens, and asks clear questions to better understand each person’s distinct needs.

He then invests the time and resources necessary and remains laserfocused until he has helped his clients reach their goals.

As a realtor specializing in residential properties, he has always brought abundant energy, creativity, dedication, experience and personal knowledge to his clients. If you are looking for a good agent to help you with the home buying or selling process in Rialto City, then please do not hesitate to call him anytime!

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Frazier Group Realty, Inc. As you venture into the World of Real Estate, we can help you put the pieces together and Naviagate you into Home Ownership

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Frazier Group Realty is the right place. Our Navigators are available to give you personalized service and answer any questions you may have. You can call, email or visit us and we will be there ready to help you every step of the way. Wether you are a first time home buyer or an experienced real estate investor, here at Frazier Group Realty you gain useful information about how to choose the “right” property, and everything involved in making an informed decision in today’s real estate market.

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ylvia Young brings a unique blend of sales, marketing, and consulting skills to The Power Is Now Inc. Her experience gives her a definite edge when it comes to leveraging technology on behalf of her clients.

She is a creative thinker and problem solver with excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Her clients find that her strong negotiation skills are invaluable in reaching a satisfactory outcome in their transactions.

Sylvia Young obtained her broker’s license in 2005, and worked independently in her own brokerage until joining The Power Is Now, Inc., in 2017. She has continued that success throughout her stellar career. Sylvia Young has been licensed by the California Bureau of Real Estate since 1989. She has gained invaluable knowledge and experience at both nationally known real estate franchises and non-franchised independent brokerages.

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A thorough knowledge and interpretation of contracts and a strong ability to negotiate are her most valuable assets earned from over two decades of real estate experience, shop steward experience with the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1555, and executive producer experience with an entertainment company. For eight years, she assisted Department of Defense civilian and/

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or military personnel with the arrangements of relocating their personal property and household goods worldwide.

A native of the Bay Area, Sylvia is a Certified San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Train Operator, a certified travel agent, an actress, writer, and the filmmaker and executive producer of a web series that is currently being broadcast on both Facebook & YouTube. One of her real estate listings was featured on HGTV’s Property Broker show. She has a Certificate in Transit & Paratransit Management from the University of the Pacific and is a board member of the Golden Gate Community Association in North Oakland. She is the mother of one daughter.

In her limited spare time, you will find Sylvia crafting, writing, cooking, reading, or enjoying music. Sylvia’s daughter is the true motivation for her life. She serves on her neighborhood’s board of directors and as soon as she gets enough money, she wants to establish a nonprofit geared toward kids in their late teens

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through early twenties who are transitioning from childhood to adulthood.

2017 has been an amazing year for Sylvia.

When asked about the lessons she has learnt this year, she said, “Don’t buy if you don’t love it. Sometimes you have to suck it up in order to get what you want. Choose your battles. Align yourself with people who are successful in doing things that you want to be successful in, and learn from them. Being humble goes a long way.”

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ake your move to the Contra Costa and Solano Counties area with a true professional. Robin Davis is a fulltime agent who is organized, detail-oriented and committed to providing her clients with exceptional customer service.

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Rabin is a native of San Francisco who is very knowledgeable of her community and the real estate process. She was born and raised in San Francisco; she attended Balboa High School and graduated in 1977. Her first job was with Metropolitan Life Insurance in 1977. Robin decided to attend beauty college, which she graduated from in 1978, obtaining her cosmetologist license.

Robin worked as a hair stylist for several years, but didn’t feel like it was her calling.

In the meantime, Robin’s mother started a career in real estate, becoming a broker and opening a mortgage loan center in Burlingame.

Her mother insisted that Robin come and work for her; Robin had no idea what she was doing

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but soon caught on and she learned loan processing. After working for her mother, Robin continued loan processing at Fremont Bank, Golden One, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, WMC, and the Pacific Union. She is currently with Finance of America. That seems like a lot of lenders, but she worked for them over a span of 30 years.

During a round of layoffs in 2015, she decided to attend Kaplan Real Estate School, where she studied all the required courses for her salesperson license. She passed the exam on her first attempt and received her Realtor license.

her profession, and she does so by continually educating herself.

She enjoys travelling, meeting people, and learning from them. When she’s not working, she can be found making jewelry, bowling, or spending time with her family and amazing group of neighborhood friends. She has a knack for knowing “someone or someplace,” and can offer great recommendations for just about anyone or anything. She’s your connection to all things in Contra Costa and Solano Counties.

Robin covers Contra Costa and Solano Counties with The Power Is Now. She combines seasoned communication expertise with keen negotiating skills, technical savvy, and excellent concierge-style customer service to ensure that she exceeds client expectations. Robin is committed to raising the bar in herself and in

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Robin Davis Realtor | CalBRE # 01971982

Phone: 800-401-8994 x 706 Direct: 925-565-4848 robin.davis@thepowerisnow.com www.thepowerisnow.com

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fter concluding studying for his masters in financial planning, Leon Townsend reached out into the world of financial services during a very rough time in the industry. After a tough go as a financial advisor and planner, he ventured into education for almost 2.5 years before being laid off for unforeseen budget issues.

Leon then stumbled upon Enterprise RentA-Car, which is where he actually got the influence for his start in real estate.

In 2015, Leon spent long nights and days studying and prepping for his exam. He finally completed the requirements and passed his exam in September of 2015. Fast forward to the beginning of 2016, and he had a large amount of concern about his position and the lack of potential growth. In June of 2016, Leon had a revelation: If he wanted to create his own path in this world, he was going to have to take some bold risks and step out of his comfort zone.

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Leon decided that day that he was going to leave Enterprise Rent-A-Car and focus on real estate full-time. He joined the West San Gabriel Valley Association of Realtors, which is where his real estate career started. In 2017, his first full year as a Realtor, he has made strides he could have never foreseen. Leon has become chair of the Young Professionals Network at his board for the upcoming year, become a certified Green Realtor, and also earned his notary Public license.

Understanding that each client’s goals and needs are different, he works to provide the most effective approach to real estate marketing and negotiation techniques in order to accomplish his clients’ unique desired results.

Leon’s ability to successfully market his clients’ homes is only the starting point of his service differentiator. Leon’s business values and work ethic are grounded in honesty and trust on both professional and personal levels.

Leon’s extensive knowledge of the marketplace, marketing expertise, negotiating skills, and resourcefulness are essential elements of his representation of both buyers and sellers. Leon is trusted by his clients, listens carefully to understand their needs, and facilitates a smooth transaction for optimal results. Many of Leon’s clients use him for multiple real estate transactions and frequently refer him to their friends and colleagues. Leon has also implemented a team approach in order to become even more responsive to multiple clients’ needs. Most importantly, his sparkle, energy, and determination make him a pleasure to work with.

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In his spare time, Leon is an avid reader and sports lover. He is a huge fan of the Lakers, Raiders, Dodgers, and the USC Trojans. Leon’s interests outside of real estate include education, since he is a professor, and sports. Leon’s family and parents are his true motivation in life.

A new lesson that he learned in 2017 is to never stop networking. No matter where he is, he wants to be aware of who he is around.

To that end, he works hard to ensure that his presence in the chamber of commerce and real estate board is both memorable and visible.

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l Rodger is a devoted, driven real estate expert who is dedicated to providing his clients with unparalleled service and professionalism in their home buying and selling experiences. As a Realtor licensed in California, Al Rodger provides strategic marketing and transaction management services to his clients across many California markets.

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Born and raised in Los Angeles County and a Long Beach City native for over 20 years, his knowledge of Los Angeles, Orange County, and surrounding counties’ geography can assist you with all of your residential real estate endeavors in Southern California. He was drafted to play professional baseball out of high school in 2000, by the MLB team the San Diego Padres.

Unfortunately, multiple injuries forced him to retire early from the game he has loved playing since he was four years old. However, he was blessed to find and eventually marry the love of his life in 2002. He now has four loving children and a beautiful wife who mean the world to him.

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He studied environmental design at California Polytechnic University Pomona, ma joring in urban regional planning, and became a Licensed Real Estate Professional in 2003. Al Rodger gained his knowledge and experience over the years by working on deals under the mentorship of top-producing real estate brokers, top-producing real estate agents, and top-producing mortgage loan officers for some of the largest real estate and mortgage companies in the California real estate industry.

Al Rodger takes pride in the fact that the ma jority of his business is referral-based.

The relationships he forms with his clients go beyond traditional client-agent interactions as he assumes the role of trusted advisor and advocate. He is a skilled negotiator who is motivated by a passion for helping people.

Clients’ testimonials demonstrate their appreciation for his expertise, his thoroughness, his experienced team of professional contacts – ranging from painters and designers to inspectors and legal counsel – and his

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extraordinary commitment to understanding and fulfilling their real estate needs.

Al Rodger brings that same tremendous energy and enthusiasm to his personal life, finding time to run and staying fit, write poems, sketch portraits, play basketball, play chess, mentor youth, go to the beach, and follow the Los Angeles Lakers, Dodgers, and Rams.

Clients and top results are his motivation in work, he says. “I’m very results-driven. Doing a good job and achieving the desired end result is my primary motivation. While I enjoy working on a project on my own, I’m particularly motivated by the camaraderie of working in a team. It’s very rewarding working closely with others who share a common goal. I like to take on a challenge; I like to rise to that challenge as part of a concerted team effort – and I naturally appreciate it when my family, friends, and clients compliment me for a job well done by the referrals of their friends and family.”

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t-home businesses are now more popular than ever before. This is because they allow one to work without a fixed schedule. They also reduce the cost of business operation. In addition, technology makes it easier to do business at home. Here, we look at certain trends in home businesses.

Home-based business ownership is growing Previously, stay-at-home moms were the primary demographic involved in home-based businesses. But that is quickly changing. Now, both men and women are starting homebased businesses to provide both goods and services. Most start-up businesses in the U.S. and all other ma jor economies are homebased. The tax deductions that at-home business entrepreneurs enjoy encourage many people to start doing business at home.

This is a trend that is likely to continue for a long period of time.

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Youth target market Most home-based businesses target the youth. There is a lot of potential for growth in such businesses. This is mainly due to the fact that social media marketing is very effective.

Youth usually spend a lot of time on social media. A business opportunity that targets the youth is likely to achieve sales targets fast. Talented music stars targeting the youth have easily risen to fame and sold massive numbers of albums in a short time period.

That is how the youth impact businesses. Any person who wishes to work at home should find ways to reach the youth. That is the secret to business success. Young people can easily network with peers to market your business and products.

Advanced technology Due to advanced technology, there are many business opportunities for home-based businesses. Billions of dollars change hands online on a daily basis. Such entrepreneurs make a lot of money doing online business from home. The internet plays a ma jor role

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in online business. It contributes a lot to shaping the online markets and industry.

Many at-home business entrepreneurs will need assistance in building websites. Search engine optimization is also another area that will provide opportunities for at-home businesses.

There is a change in the workplace as well due to internet availability. One does not require an office to work. Provided one has access to the internet, you can work from anywhere. Many people work from home, the office, or even the coffee shop. The fact is that the internet has played a ma jor role in influencing the current trend in at-home businesses.

Health and wellness focus Many business opportunities target the health and beauty of potential clients. Most entrepreneurs already know that this is an unexploited market niche. People are looking for ways and products that will make them look and feel good. The latest trend in home business is to supply such products. There are many online health and fitness coaches. Many people are also distributors of health and fitness products. Weight loss programs such as the paleo diet and beauty procedures such as Botox are very popular nowadays. Research shows that there are many opportunities for the growth of this type of home business. The prediction is that most business entrepreneurs will seek to tap into this market. Mainly they will advertise and trade online. Remember, working from home online reduces the cost of business operation. This ultimately leads to an increase in the profit margin.

that their impact on the environment is not detrimental, since consumers are very conscious of environmentally friendly products.

Environmental pollution through the use of fuel when commuting is also reduced when working at home. Other ma jor areas include solar installation, landscaping and cleaning services. The onset of online businesses has also led to a reduction of printing. Most information is stored in a soft copy format.

This promotes the principles of green industry.

Change in purchasing habits Most consumers now buy some products online. This is a ma jor boost to at-home businesses. Home-based businesses do not often fail. This is mainly because the costs associated with such businesses are minimal.

In addition, there are convenient ways to pay for such products bought online. Customers want to shop conveniently. When homebased businesses give customers convenient payment options such as credit cards and mobile wallets, they promote faster homebased business growth.

References: https://www.thebalance.com/hottest-smallbusiness-trends-2951184 http://www.business-ideas-connection.com/ home-based-business-trends.html https://www.franchisehelp.com/industryreports/green-industry-report/

Green industry business opportunities At-home business opportunities that promote sustainable businesses are on the rise. They aim at minimizing the use or production of harmful products and waste. They also aim at ensuring

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evastating wildfires are continuing to weak havoc in Southern California. The fire has destroyed hundreds of homes and displaced thousands of people. Thousands of families are in need of help. A number of nonprofit organizations are offering support on the ground. Several charity programs are available to help those affected by the disaster.

United Way of Ventura County Text UWV to 41444 to make a donation. The proceeds that are collected are distributed to those affected by the devastating fires in Southern California. Mail checks to 702 County Square Drive, Suite 100 Ventura, CA 93003.

The Sal vation Army Ventura Corps The American Red Cross of Ventura County

If you want to directly donate supplies, you can go to the Ventura County Fairgrounds to help people displaced by the fire. Volunteers are also needed to provide assistance. Donations of food and water can be made.

Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation has requested contributions to keep the brave firefighters who battle the fires safe. The fund that is collected covers the cost of things like custom flashlights, night vision capability, brush helmets and veterinary care.

Donate $10 by texting REDCROSS to 90999 via your mobile device. Or go to www.redcross. org to make a donation of a higher amount.

The American Red Cross is also accepting applications for volunteers who would like to help provide disaster relief.

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CCF Wildfire Relief Fund The fund supports intermediate and longterm relief efforts, as well as preparedness efforts of ma jor California fires.

Archdiocese of Los Angeles The Archdiocese has established a fund for parishes, families and schools affected by the fire. Donations can be made online.

Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation Hundreds of pets and animals have also been displaced by the fire, and animal care organizations are looking for help. Donate through Noah’s Legacy Fund by visiting the website of the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation. Mail checks to P.O. Box 100515, Pasadena, CA 91189-0515.

Humane Society of Ventura County Catholic Charities Los Angeles In-kind donations for fire relief are accepted at Ventura Community Services Center, 303 N. Ventura Ave., 805-643-4694 and Guadalupe Community Center, 21600 Hart St., Canoga Park, 213-251-3549.

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The society has taken in many animals since the fires began. The contribution can help support the care of alpacas, cats, chickens, dogs, horses, donkeys, goats and rabbits. The shelter has also asked for help to feed larger animals. Temporary bedding and food for volunteers and staff is also accepted. Battery operated lanterns, batteries, and paper towels can also be contributed to the humane society.

Southern California Wildfire Fund has been established to offer help to those affected by the fire. The donations will be used to rebuild assistance to low-income families and for longterm recovery.

Citizens for a Humane Los Angeles Temporary homes for displaced animals are a great need as shelters fill up quickly. The homes can help keep animals safe and healthy.

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Home Ownership Home ownership brings stability to individuals and families who have never had a dwelling place that they could call their own. There is something special about owning real estate that is unlike anything else on earth you can own.

Real Estate you own is not like cars that decay over time and you have to replace them.

Real Estate you own is not like clothes that go out of style and you have to buy new ones.

Real Estate you own is not like expensive vacations or experiences that only last a moment in time.

Real Estate you own is not like an apartment where the landlord may increase the rent until it’s no longer affordable.

Real Estate you own is not like staying at your parents house where you know can’t stay forever.

Home ownership is the beginning of wealth that increases over time and becomes your estate & legacy Home ownership is the pride of a mother nurturer and the kitchen her domain Home ownership is the pride of a father provider and protector of his territory and family.

Home ownership is the foundation of permanence and the place where life happens, birthdays celebrated, deaths mourned.

Home ownership is the place you build memories that can never be taken from you.

Memories etched in walls and concrete, experienced in rooms and floors, Memories living in trees and shrubs planted by your hand.

Howe ownership is the manifestation of you - your style, your colors, your smell, your stuff, your junk, your memories, your yard and your spaces, your life.

It’s the height markers on your first child’s bedroom wall.

It’s the hearts drawn in the concrete slabs when you pour your patio floor It’s the birthday parties, and anniversaries in the living room and kitchen.

It’s the back yard barbecue with friends, neighbors and family contentions it’s the high school and college graduation, and wedding receptions Its’ the family nights and block parties and the fellowship of family connections Home ownership It’s more than real estate. Land, brick and mortar, wood frame construction and chicken wire.

It’s more than money saved, gifts recieved and grants obtained It’s more than the debt you incur to buy it.

It’s more than the payments you make to own it.

It’s more than the appreciation that comes with keeping it over time.

It’s memories, it’s family, and it’s life that can happen in one place Until you say it’s time to move.

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1/8 Ad space Cost: $ 297.00 Trim 3,8” x 2.4” Full bleed 4.85” x 2.4”

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