As I watched the end of one of my beloved series, “LOST” last night, I reflected on the idea of community. Who makes up our community? Why do we connect to a particular coffee stand? Or frequent a particular restaurant even though it may not be the most convenient? Why do we treasure “water cooler” talk or sideline conversations? I would say it’s our need for community.
Real Estate is no different. I am firm believer that real estate is the best investment you can make for yourself, however, the thrill of my job comes from when I hand a buyer keys to their new “home” or listen to a seller talk about their “neighborhood”. It’s hard to leave behind a familiar community and for a buyer, so much of the choosing of a home is a reflection upon the kind of community they want to surround themselves with. We are “LOST” without our community and find ourselves forever searching to connect. When I work with buyers I try to help them define their lifestyle so that I can best help them find their community. With sellers, I want to hear the story of what they love about their home…..chances are that story will touch their buyer or give me a better perspective on how to make this a successful sale.
I love the community I live in. I love the community of professionals I work with and I love the community of friends and family I surround myself with. I find a thrill in expanding my community and learning more about others communities. What does community mean to you? Would you be “LOST” without it?
