Investing in real estate can be a nerve-wracking process that some might feel isn’t for the faint-of-heart — but it doesn’t have to be that way. With the real estate process involving large amounts of money at stake, it’s understandable why nerves can feel like they’re running high. When it comes to our money, most people are smart to move tactfully, strategically and confidently. From the countless business lessons I’ve learned, confidence is... [read more]

Do you remember the first time you spoke in front of a group of people? Maybe that thought takes you back to a third-grade spelling bee, high school valedictorian speech or business proposal at your corporate job. Cue sweaty palms, voice quavering, you slowly approach the proverbial stage, doing a mental prayer that you don’t forget everything you’re about to say. While this response is totally normal, I learned from a young age that mindset is everything and venturing outside... [read more]

They say negotiation is a delicate process. I disagree. Negotiation is about skill, strength, and strategy. Like anything else, it can be natural-born, developed over time or learned through education and research. But either way? Negotiation is a necessary skill that will serve you throughout your life. If you’ve been following along from the start, you’ll know I’m always here for the restaurant puns so start sharpening up your skills on these 3 fundamental truths to... [read more]

You might have noticed by now that developing confidence and establishing a success mindset is a priority to me. Taking the time to work on your self-development is paramount to success. Point blank: confidence is everything and I’ve talked about this before. People want to deal with successful people. Confident people attract opportunities, and people like magnets because it’s an infectious quality that people want to be around. Confident people have more opportunities, are... [read more]

Whenever you’re in the market for a new home, there’s certain need-to-know agenda items that will put you in the best position possible when searching for your next dream property. Whether you’re shopping for a new primary residence or a rental, asking yourself these 5 questions before making a move will give you some peace of mind that you’ve done your due-diligence and can check these off of your to-do list. Question #1: Have you been pre-approved for a... [read more]