I have some down time today so I am doing some housework. I am cleaning my desk! (Sorry ladies)
I have been throwing out a lot of old papers, magazines and a bunch of stuff just making a mess. I even grabbed a pile of Birthday Cards I got this year. I mean, what do you do with the cards after a few days. I know people who save all of them in boxes. WHY?
Oh well, it is their space they are cluttering up.
I was reading some of them and got one that I know many will find amusing. It is that kind of a day. I get a lot of Nature cards and this is one could be me right on the front cover...
I really do hate when this happens!
Well, it was a great day yesterday to spend some time with an old friend.
We had not seen each other in a while and because I had an appointment not far from him, I called.
When his wife answered the phone and said he was not home I asked where did he go.
There was a moment of silence..."Bill, do you really need to ask?"
That was all I needed. After my appointment I drove to the frozen water near his home. I am still a bit chicken about the ice, so I walked out to his house about a quarter of a mile off shore.
We drowned a few minnows and a sorrow or two.
The two hour break was a good change of pace for both of us.
This is not his house but for those of you who live in the warmer climates...Yes, we do put houses on the ice.
I am getting a head start on this Hallmark/Hershey's Holiday that was made strictly to punish us men and make huge profits for the makers.
If you want to stay married or want to keep your girl friend, I would suggest you stay away from a few of these when she is around!
It doesn't matter how many times a man changes jobs, is still has the same Boss!
They call our language the Mother tongue, because the father seldom gets a chance to speak.
One woman's hobby is another woman's hubby.
I recently read that Love is entirely chemistry, that is why my wife treats me like toxic waste.
A man is incomplete until he marries. After that he is FINISHED!
Marriage is when a man and woman become one. The trouble starts when they try to figure out which one.
Marriage is made in heaven, but, then again so are lightening and thunder.
If you want your wife to pay strict attention to every word you-say...just talk in your sleep.
Marriage is where one person is always right and the other one is the Husband.
My wife and I always compromise. I admit I am wrong and she agrees with me!
I am an Excellent Housekeeper. Every time I get divorced, I keep the house.
When a man opens the door of his car for his wife, one thing is for sure...Either the car is new or the wife!
OK, now I know I will catch Hell, but hey...I did last time and the Ladies here were great about defending themselves.
Let the fun begin! I am Ducking and Weaving!
Happy Valentines Ladies!!!!
3 clients, 11 homes shown, one 2nd show set for tomorrow...it has been a great day.
I even had time to do a bit on the 'honey do' list.
But now it is time to settle in for the night.
I know that a bag of something that will harden my arteries is step one and then something to wash it down.
My buddy here has the right idea...
I like his approach.
Had a call from a recent buyer today...
Bill, we are having sewer issues. .
"There was a septic inspection done and it came back good. Any ideas?"
"Yes...The neighbor said they have been having issues with backups for several years."
ON the disclosures the seller said they had had no problems with the septic, but we are finding out that is not true. The septic inspection is not fool proof especially when the issue is the drain field.
I have had sellers say, "Well, how would they find out?"
This is how. Neighbors, same pumper, I even had a relative that told a client that his nephew lied.
Thinking of lying on your disclosures? Think twice. You never know who will rat you out!
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" Bill found us a great lake home. He new all the potential problems of lake home living. Why would you have an agent from the city show you a recreational home they have no idea about. CALL BILL!
Kathy also wanted to be heard...
Even though Bill did not sell my place in this very difficult market, I will be re-listing with him when I try again I always new what was happening throughout the process. Keep up the good work, Bill.
Bill kept everything light hearted. It took off the stress. But, he was all business when it counted. Steve B. from Roseville.
I was so lucky to have found Bill for an agent. He understood the my needs and my ability in being able to maintain the property i was looking for. Thanks Bill.
I Was an out of state seller. Bill handled the splitting of my property into smaller lots and I didn't have to make the 500 mile trip for any of the meetings. Top Professionalism...Traci...No. Dakota
I am so happy we had Bill for selling our property. We live out of state and never had to worry about a thing. Rosanne K.
Louise...North Branch. In the difficult market we are in, bill held fast and got me a good priced for my home. Thanks Bill
Brian... North Branch....Bill went way up and beyond the call of duty for me. It was a very tough situation but Bill kept his calm and we got the deal done!
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