. . . Some days I can't help but be AMAZED.
I referred a buyer to a GREAT agent and they've been house-hunting and making offers for a couple of months (in a brisk multi-offer market).
Got a CC this AM of a note to the loan goddess (also GREAT) that they needed a new approval letter and form for a property they are pursuing.
As they are nearing the 3 month mark, the loan diva did the right thing and pulled his credit again.
He is now 9 points under 'eligible approved'. WHY?
He has been CAR SHOPPING. 20 INQUIRIES are now on his trimerge and he is screwed.
No house for him for a while . . . wait it out and get those scores back up.
The amazing part of all this is, HE WAS ADVISED. By a good agent and a good loan professional.
Buyers! DO NOT shop for big ticket items or use your credit while you're qualifying for financing!
I would love for some of the loan pros to chime in and remind buyers to make like stone statues until their real estate purchase. . . .
Welcome Summer!
Here in the Northern Hemisphere , at 1:45 A.M. EDT, Summer officially began.
The word 'Solstice' derives from a combination of Latin words meaning "Sun" and "to stand still." As the days lengthen, the Sun rises higher and higher until it seems to stand still in the sky.
Today is the longest day of the year; tonight, the shortest night.
For centuries, civilizations have celebrated Summer's first day -- also known as the Summer Solstice, Midsummer (as in Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream!), St. John's Day (the 24th, the Feast of John The Baptist), or the Wiccan Festival of Litha, celebrated by wearing garlands or crowns of flowers including St. John's Wort (yes, that stuff they told us to take for stress a few years ago).
The Summer Solstice is a time to celebrate and let your childlike side have freer reign. The Summer cookouts and bonfires on the beach have their roots in this ancient series of celebrations.
It is a time to envision and imagine the success you will have by completing the work you started last Summer and at the beginning of the year.
But most of all, it is a time to put your face to the Sun and absorb some nice, warm, healthy and restorative Vitamin D!
And don't forget the sunscreen! :)
Then you will have reached the same level of development as your dog . . .
Anonymous, excerpted from "Shut Up, Stop Whining And Get A Life" by Larry Winget ~ one of my favorite books of the last few years.
This is Luna . . .
My 6 year old, 90 lb ChowPitLab.
AKA "The One In Whose World We Are Renting Space."
She reminds me about how to live . . .
I am not a theatre goer; I know that the best seat in the house is the black leather couch in mine.
This past weekend we took in Slumdog Millionaire. I saw why it was so honored with the various awards it won.
I couldn't understand why I did not cry at some of the sad parts. (I cried watching Law and Order the other night where a perp broke a dog's ribs, so I am a crier) ;)
Until I realized that each of the life experiences, however horrible and unfair, were integral to Jamal winning it all at the end. (Sorry if I spoiled the ending)
Likewise, EACH of our life experiences
1. led us to where we are
2. were and are essential to what we now know and do so well
What were some life experiences that made/make you exceptional in your profession now?
A few of my own examples for starters:Radio. To multitask like no one's business and recognize the value of time. The things a DJ can do between 3 minute songs! (Use your imagination). Continuity. Communication.
Counseling. I learned to not encourage dependency. Problem solving and listening skills. To ask the right questions and 'read' someone quickly, usually without them realizing it.
Teaching. A continual sharpening of skills in presentation as an 'expert' and exuding confidence, whether feeling it or not that day. Patience. Care. Service to others.
Writing: Rejection happens. So what! Make it look good. Don't overedit to obliteration. Let some of 'you' bleed thru. I can make my point in 10 lines--or fill in layers of detail. Good skills for contract writing!
Running. Gambling. Relationships. Sunbathing. Hell, what ISN'T a skills builder?
I think if each of us dug deeply to find the 'Slumdog' and those rich life experiences we possess, even the painful ones . . . we would see how truly blessed and powerful each of us are and infuse that power into our business quite advantageously.
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Real Estate On The Beautiful Colorado River! Next Wave Real Estate Investments, an innovative Fort Mohave AZ brokerage Web 2 + old fashioned service. CRE BOVs using 10+ yrs local market knowledge
My home town is in Southern California.
I was educated in Psychology at Fullerton College, in Communications at Chaffey College and in Theatre at California State University, San Bernardino.
From 1979-97 I was a Southern California radio air personality. (I currently have 2 globally broadcast Internet radio shows on www.BounceRadio.net )
I've lived in the Bullhead City/Fort Mohave AZ/Laughlin NV area since 1993.
I'm in my 9th year as a REALTOR and my fifth as a Broker.
After receiving excellent real estate training at one of the best local independent companies, then moving on to an internationally known mega-office, I opened my own company in 2005.
I am the Owner/DB of Next Wave Real Estate Investments, LLC, located in Fort Mohave, AZ between Bullhead City and Mohave Valley.
And the pooch is Luna, my 5 year old Chow/Pit/Lab.
Why It's Real Estate Magic!
Real Estate e-Transaction Specialists (tm pending) . . . the e-Transaction is streamlined and efficient, enabling us to focus on providing excellent SERVICE and freeing YOU to enjoy your purchase or sale without the stress often associated with a real estate transaction.
We do our magic in the Bullhead City, Fort Mohave, Mohave Valley and outerlying areas of Northwestern AZ.
Organizations - Directorships - Designations And Certifications - Service Types
YADA YADA YADA
In 1983, Candice was bitten by the real estate 'bug' as a radio air personality broadcasting live from a new home development in Palm Springs, CA, although it would be nine years before she would act on it.
After attending college, university and radio broadcasting school in Southern CA, Candice taught Communications, Commercial Acting and Personal Development classes for four Los Angeles area modeling institutes and held onsite image development seminars for local businesses. Candice also spent ten (total 30+ years) as a top rated radio air personality in Southern California and Western Arizona. She appeared in two feature films, The Blues Brothers Movie and Fatal Beauty, and co-hosted six local telethons for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and United Cerebral Palsy.
Candice began her real estate career at a large property management firm in Orange County, CA where she learned the fundamentals of leasing, fair housing and representation.
In the mid 1990s, as a freelance writer and editor, part of Candice's job was to transmit copy online. As the Internet began to change how business was done globally, Candice picked up skills by joining online communities on AOL, Prodigy and other BBS as she worked for large east and west coast publishing houses from her Southwest home. Because of her online skills, she became a trusted colleague and valuable team member.
When Candice obtained her Arizona real estate license in 2001, her first order of business was to differentiate herself from competitors boasting neighborhood familiarity and years of experience. The obvious choice for Candice was to take her real estate business online, where she had a leaps-and-bounds advantage. Candice's first educational goal in real estate was to earn her ePro Certification in 2002. She quickly became well known in her Bullhead City, AZ market as 'the online REALTOR', designed a one-of-a-kind top local website and powered up her real estate business, closing over 80% of her transactions online and building a strong referral and client base in her first two years.
In 2004, Candice earned her broker's license and opened Next Wave Real Estate Investments in 2005. As Designated Broker, Candice employs only ePro Certified agents. A 'boutique' office, Next Wave thrives via referral business, much drawn from the thousands of agents with whom she has developed relationships over the past eight years.
Candice was instrumental in forming the Bullhead City/Mohave Valley Association of REALTORS inaugural Technology Committee, serving as Chair in 2006 and 2007. As an association Director, Candice is sought after for participation in task forces. She created the Association's first Orientation PowerPoint presentation. Candice teaches MLS Basic, Advanced and CMA courses for the Association.
In 2006, Candice earned her Certification as an ePro Trainer, incorporating ePro Technology Workshops into New Member Orientation and MLS courses offered by the Association.
In late 2006, after completing the course work for Commercial Sales Certification at the Commercial Real Estate Institute in Phoenix, Candice was invited to join the faculty as a Client Communications/Technology instructor and is approved by the Arizona Department of Real Estate as an instructor.
In early 2009, Candice was selected by the Bullhead City Mohave Valley Association of REALTORS to represent the Association as a member of the Western Arizona REALTOR Data Exchange (WARDEX) Board of Directors.
As a well known local broker, Candice is quick to lend a hand to members needing technology assistance.
An Interview With Candice For BOUNCE Radio's The Vibe Magazine:
Excerpts from an interview for 'The Vibe' Magazine December 2008 (The Vibe is published by www.BounceRadio.net where I broadcast two radio programs)
What is your favorite movie? I love silly, funny cool movies like The Fifth Element.
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time? Float on a raft on the Colorado River.
What was your first job? Sales clerk at a department store.
How did you get into radio? Trained at KiiS Radio Workshop, Hollywood CA and Daws Butler's Actor's and Writer's Workshop, Beverly Hills CA.
Which do you prefer, dogs or cats? Dogs
What the most treasured thing you own? My dog Luna
Who do you most admire? Richard Branson, for being such a fearless entrepreneurial risk-taker.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor? French Vanilla
What is your favorite music group or artist? I change all the time. Really. It depends on my mood.
What is your favorite drink: Non-Alcoholic: Water with lemon or lime.
Alcoholic: Really good tequila.
What is your favorite dance move? To drag someone who looks lonely out on the floor with me. 
If you could buy anything what would it be? More real estate!
What would you most like to change about yourself? To be able to sing better.
Mike Moloney has endorsed your work as Instructor at Commercial Real Estate Institute.
"Candice Donofrio is a great real estate instructor, particularly in the area of the use of 21st century technology in real esate practice. When you see her teaching, take the opportunity to attend. PS: SHe is also a terrific real estate broker along the Colorado River in Arizona."
"I have used Candice in the sale of two properties in Bullhead City, Arizona. On both occasions she demonstrated outstanding abilities in marketing, customer relations, negotiations, and most importantly (in my eyes) communications. I was never left wondering what was happening with the sales as she was constantly in touch either by telephone or e-mail. Furthermore, her tenacity, love of her work, and "Can Do" attitude, kept her abreast with the ever changing market place and she would have recommendations of new and innovative strategies for obtaining our goals. They all worked!!! Her vast knowledge and skills allowed the sales to move flawlessly through the system and close on time. As I still have property in Arizona, I would think of no other person to handle my investments." Joseph S. Natoli, McKenzie Bridge, Oregon ~ Investment Property Seller
"Candice: Chris and I . . . wanted to give you a Big THANK YOU for all you did for us. You are the best and truly represent whoever contracts with you. We appreciate all you did and wanted you to know that. Thanks Again, Susan" Susan and Chris Devlin~Mohave Valley Sellers
Candice, you are what got me through this and made it all work out. I thank you again. Sincerely,
Ron Bowen, WA (Desert Lakes Fort Mohave 1031 exchange homebuyer)
In California & the Northeast USA, to say DAMN,is a bad thing....But in Memphis,Kansas City,New Orleans, Daytona and other hip places... when you say DAAAMM... Thats a good thing...meaning, "Man, I am Impressed"..... To you Candice,I say...DAAMMM, Girl you are good... Thanks for all your hard work and attention to detail.....DAAAMM GIRL........
Rich Cox, AZ (Desert Lakes Fort Mohave Homebuyer)
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CANDICE, I love the way you stay on top of things
Harry Morgan (BHC Desert Foothills homebuyer)
Thanks for everything. You are a dream to work with!
Dave Korte, Mak Homes and Investments (referral broker for Bullhead City seller)
Candice, funds were received last night.
Thanks for a great job.
(Don Godber, MV Willow Valley seller)
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