A Letter to Cousin Faye. 💌 A cross-country trip from San Diego to Georgia back in the 1960's meant financially challenging times ahead. Thankfully, we were taken in by kind relatives because life for a divorcee wasn't easy, especially with 6 children in tow. One cousin grabbed the heart immediately, though older by 8 years, Faye and I bonded for life. As a 4-year old, starting kindergarten, she walked me to school every day, holding hands the whole time and then home again.  Through much day-to-day chaos, she was steady, giving the attention that was very much needed at that time. As I grew, so did the appreciation and admiration for Faye. It's true that friends are forever and cousins are for life! Though we eventually moved away from Georgia, part of me remained. Visits were sporadic ... 12/08/2024

Redy or Not! OMG, there's a new real estate model, where the agent pays the seller to get a listing. Isn't that exciting? Yes, now you, YES YOU can get ahead of the throngs of agents who are salivating to become the listing champion of an entire selling area. For industry professionals who have disposable income, a very healthy business savings account or excellent credit with a long-standing relationship with a ready, willing and able lender to loan money at whim, it can work to an advantage. Will it stick? Who knows... Never will I consider signing up for this. It’s amazing what some people are willing to do to bring in $$$. The real estate industry is in state of transition because of errant practices and consumers who are not fully aware of how real estate is conducted.Just when I t... 12/12/2024

The Department of Labor Tried to Ring My Bell! For many years, I have owned a small, real estate business in southern Utah. A few days ago, the Department of Labor showed up at the door, claiming that I was not paying proper wages to hired contractors and sent an agent out to conduct an interview. “I need a list of your contractors and how much you pay them,” demanded the agent. “Well,” I replied, “There’s the sign installer, I pay him $200 a sign plus a bonus at the end of the year." "The transaction coordinator is paid $300 per completed transaction plus a bonus at the end of the year. " “The house cleaners that are paid $35 per hour, plus a bonus at the end of the year.”"  "The landscape crew gets paid by the size of job, plus a bonus at the end of the year.” "Then, there’s the menta... 12/10/2024

Southern Utah Sunset Sky As the sun descends, the sky erupts in a riotous dance. Wind gusts create ever-morphing patterns and textures as a symphony of hues orchestrate a kaleidoscope of colors. As the rays fade, the world settles in for the night.~ Wanda Kubat-Nerdin While getting dinner ready last night, Michael encouraged me outside to see the sunset. Of course, I grabbed the phone to capture these short, vibrant moments in time and it clearly lifted the spirits as I gazed skyward. Wishing you all a wonderful day ahead! 12/09/2024