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4,985,322
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Not as part of a regular routine but these types of "surprises" have occurred in the past.  

Nov 29, 2019 01:46 PM
Ambassador
5,834,878
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Good find, Richie!

I recently bought a new car and when I cleaned out my old car's coin compartment, I found $37 in change! 

Of course, one could question whether the weight of all of those coins impacted my gas mileage! LOL

Nov 29, 2019 02:13 PM
Rainmaker
5,589,875
Barbara Todaro
Keller Williams Elite - Franklin, MA
"connecting land with builders"

no, Armenians know where every penny is.... so, I've never had that surprise....

Nov 29, 2019 01:48 PM
Rainmaker
2,710,117
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I have. I don't remember when or how much but I remember it being enough I was really happy to find it Richie Alan Naggar 

Nov 29, 2019 06:58 PM
Ambassador
7,082,193
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Congratulations, always fun to find a stash that was forgotten.

Nov 29, 2019 01:47 PM
Ambassador
2,522,435
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Retired Broker, Wenatchee, WA

Yes, it has happened... especially as winter rolls around and I pull out a coat that I stuffed some change or bills in a pocket.  A nice surprise. 

Nov 29, 2019 02:22 PM
Rainmaker
5,695,482
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Not a bad haul at all, Richie. Sad to say, this has never happened to me!

Nov 30, 2019 06:04 AM
Rainmaker
2,071,406
Evelina Tsigelnitskaya
SIB Realty - Sunny Isles Beach, FL

I don't put any money in the car - we have almost everywhere valet parking...

Nov 29, 2019 08:24 PM
Rainmaker
1,153,804
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

I've been surprised more than once by dollars left in sport coat pockets although it's never there when specifically rooting around for cash. Magical!  

Nov 30, 2019 04:04 AM
Rainmaker
1,598,602
Valeria Mola
SIB Realty - Miami, Sunny Isles Beach - Sunny Isles Beach, FL
305-607-0709 SIB Realty Condos for Sale and Rent

That happened to me a lot of times - always find something in my purses.

Nov 29, 2019 10:09 PM
Rainmaker
1,579,605
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Very nice!  I had something similar the other day.  Forgot I put a bill in with my coins.  Only for me it was because I had gone to a yogurt store and poured the yogurt before I realized I didn't have my money.  Thankfully, had enough coins that day.  :)  Put a bill in my coins and my phone case just in case!

Nov 29, 2019 09:20 PM
Ambassador
2,165,746
Alan May
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty - Evanston, IL
Home again, home again...

I've left money in jacket pockets, pants pockets, my desk.... all over.  It's rarely significant, but always fun to find.

Nov 29, 2019 07:18 PM
Rainmaker
618,085
David Gibson CNE, 719-304-4684 ~ Colorado Springs Relocation
Colorado Real Estate Advisers LLC - Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation, Luxury & Lifestyle residential

Richie,

Isn’t that fun. I have done that and the finding always comes at a good time.

Nov 29, 2019 02:59 PM
Rainmaker
8,557,612
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good for you!

 

Nov 29, 2019 01:51 PM
Ambassador
3,524,590
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I recall finding money once or twice in my life.  It's rare because I am highly organized in all that I do and where money is involved, I know where it is and how much.  

Nov 30, 2019 08:09 AM
Ambassador
2,750,044
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

It's always wonderful to find money we forgot we had!

Nov 30, 2019 05:15 AM
Rainmaker
806,638
Peter Testa
Kiwi Homes - Danbury, CT
PETER TESTA

If I knew about it then it wouldn't be forgotten money.  Ay, there is the rub. 

Nov 30, 2019 05:06 AM
Rainmaker
4,623,925
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Richie Alan Naggar a $45.00 Thanksgiving gift.

Nov 29, 2019 07:37 PM
Rainmaker
860,216
Steve Higgins
RE/MAX Kelowna - Kelowna, BC

Maybe once in awhile. lt's always nice when you find it!

Nov 29, 2019 05:58 PM
Rainmaker
343,148
Mott Marvin Kornicki
Waterway Realtors® • Notary Public & Apostille - Sunny Isles, FL
Miami Notary & Apostille 786-229-7999

Does happen every once in a while... My favorite find is when on THREE separate occasions - I found $100 bill on the street!

Nov 30, 2019 12:54 PM
Ambassador
3,416,930
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
Southern Utah's Preferred Real Estate Agent.

Great find Ritchie...Doing laundry yields a bonus now and then!

Nov 30, 2019 09:39 AM
Rainmaker
867,722
Abby Stiller
TOP SELLING REALTY - Cape Coral, FL
SW Florida (239) 284-8637

Once in a while ! But congrats to you! hey $45 can be very useful  

Nov 30, 2019 06:35 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,383
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

Yes, occasionally I look in the wallet and find some in the compartment it is supposed to be in!

As they say, it's tough getting old!

Nov 30, 2019 04:39 AM
Rainmaker
5,863,519
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Michael Jacobs must be spying on me!

Nov 30, 2019 04:17 AM
Rainmaker
5,277,876
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

Maybe a dollar here or there.  I hardly every carry much cash these days.

Nov 30, 2019 04:14 AM
Rainmaker
1,418,056
Peter Mohylsky, www.athome30a
Property Management Inc.-Destin - Sandestin, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

Congratulations, you are a winner today.  And tomorrow 

Nov 30, 2019 03:40 AM
Rainmaker
3,627,477
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

You bet, it's a great find.

Nov 30, 2019 01:58 AM
Rainmaker
5,775,052
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Once in a while, I do find some money in a coat pocket.  Usually happens after I have been to the Farmers Market and have put the change in my coat. A

Nov 29, 2019 03:02 PM
Rainmaker
687,539
Tom Bailey
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Carolina Premier Properties - Oak Island, NC

I have done that! I'm always thrilled when I find it. I am also mad at myself for losing it

Nov 30, 2019 10:45 AM
Rainmaker
1,786,178
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

As I 'season', it seems to happen more often...I'm rich!

 

Nov 30, 2019 07:58 AM
Ambassador
5,320,256
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

What a great find. Can't say I have done that, but money has been laundered on multiple occasions!

Nov 30, 2019 07:23 AM
Ambassador
2,209,375
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

The only thing I ever find are crumpled up tissues and handkerchiefs...

Nov 30, 2019 04:46 AM
Rainmaker
1,892,128
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

It's like the mini-lotto when that happens to me. 

You know what's nicer ... when the cleaners gives it back to you in a little ziplock bag. That's a great cleaner!

Nov 30, 2019 12:29 PM
Rainmaker
2,344,468
Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

Good for you Richie Alan Naggar ... You have to buy yourself a Christmas present... get what you want today! 

Nov 30, 2019 08:03 AM
Rainmaker
2,288,204
Michael J. Perry
Fathom Realty - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

I throw quarters in my drinking cup holder and every now and again I dip into it for a threat

Nov 30, 2019 07:40 AM
Rainmaker
1,713,681
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Checking my closet now.

Nov 30, 2019 07:10 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

I stash emergency dollars in those cases where I need and don't have cash. You know, parking lots, valet tips, etch.

However the FOUND funds are reliably in the JEANS BANK.

Nov 30, 2019 06:58 AM
Rainer
231,998
Eva B. Liland Century 21 Doug Anderson
Century 21 Doug Anderson - Lancaster, CA
Glad to be of Service 661-714-1643

Pocket change, yes, commission checks, yes! Last year I got 2 checks re-issued by my broker because I never cashed them/deposited them and they were too old anyways. THAT was a nice surprise that I took to the bank right away, lol.

Nov 30, 2019 06:57 AM
Rainmaker
1,395,238
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

Just found $20 in my winter jacket. I think I'll put it in my fall jacket to surprise myself next year :)

Nov 30, 2019 05:51 AM
Rainmaker
1,341,444
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Happens all the time. Found $20 recently

Dec 03, 2019 06:50 AM
Ambassador
3,257,868
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

Oh I get paid to do the laundry sometimes.  And I have money tucked here and there. Also I do sometimes pull out winter jackets and find some dollars

Nov 30, 2019 09:15 PM
Rainer
217,010
Sharon Altier
Coldwell Banker Realty - Elmhurst, IL
Luxury Property Specialist, CSC, SFR

Luckey you!  I always put a stash away and then decide that it isn't hidden well enough, then forget about it.  I once landed in Vegas to find an old purse I brought had quite a stash inside!   I could have been pick pocketed and never knew that money was in there.  ooops!

Nov 30, 2019 06:24 PM
Rainmaker
536,993
Rose Mary Justice
Synergy Realty Pros - Dandridge, TN
Synergy Realty Pros

I have found some in my jacket pocket and an old wallet I had not used in wome time.   So you are 45.00 richer than you thought.

Nov 30, 2019 01:51 PM
Rainer
370,370
Jay McHugh
SendOutCards-Appreciation Marketing Expert - Acton, MA
YOUR SendOutCard Mentor

Indeed..... always a great insurance policy   :) . Happy Holidays...

Nov 30, 2019 12:55 PM
Rainer
16,996
Lisa Weiler
PM LLC - Los Angeles, CA
Interior Design Expert & Home Stager

That is a great feeling!

Dec 01, 2019 04:39 PM
Ambassador
3,799,159
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Oh man have I ever done this!!  Found money in my car thingy, purses, jackets , you name it. And the biggest was a sizable sum of money I forgot was 'out' there.  And hey it all worked out great as it was even bigger by then.

Dec 01, 2019 09:48 AM
Rainmaker
3,417,850
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

That is always nice. Friday I went to a closing with my hone, left without my phone. Dropped it in the parking lot i guess. An hour later following my steps found it untouched sitting there. It was like finding a $1000 bill

Dec 01, 2019 06:16 AM
Rainmaker
949,875
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

Yes, it's a good feeling - I've had it and enjoyed it.

Dec 01, 2019 05:18 AM
Rainmaker
1,776,836
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

Yes!  What a nice surprise it was to find later, stashed in a safe place away from any nosy teenagers.

Dec 01, 2019 07:39 PM
Rainmaker
6,306,808
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

It is always a pleasant surprise for sure! 

Dec 06, 2019 08:24 AM
Rainmaker
5,556,740
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Maybe just change in my pockets

Dec 06, 2019 08:07 AM
Rainer
321,664
Melissa Jackson REALTOR
Trinity Premier Properties - Azle, TX
Helping You Make The Right Move

Yes I have! It's a wonderful surprise when I find the extra money. Usually a coat pocket. Recently I found a large amount in a gift bag. 🛍 whoohoo!!

Dec 04, 2019 07:09 PM
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