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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Yesterday as I was walking into a local grocery store here in Kingman, AZ, an older woman sitting in a white van. She called out to me and said “May I ask you a question?” My response was of course though I may not have an answer. The lady then asked as she was looking at my truck “What is a grit and gratitude agent? I have never seen that expression before.”“Well, grit," I responded "is because selling real estate especially dirt takes a lot of grit from driving the dirt roads here in Mohave County to ensuring purchases make it through to close of escrow as there are many unknowns. As to gratitude, I am grateful for being able to travel the dirt roads, for meeting friends I did not know I had, for being able to live and work at my age and for having my family.  As an old school salespe...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Today is truly a day for enjoying a Thanksgiving Feast and Fun with Family and Friends.  For friends here on Active Rain, may today be filled with peace and abundance.  For friends I have yet to meet may you also have a blessed day.And for all of us, let us remember to be grateful for what we have, appreciate the past and look forward to the future with determination and hope to have another year.Thanksgiving Is A Time of GratitudeNow off to the kitchen for my Thanksgiving "feastly" duties, sweet and sour coleslaw, deviled eggs, baked sweet potatoes with walnuts and an apple pie (gluten free).🍗🏡 Thanksgiving without turkey? That’s like house hunting without a great agent! 🙃 Don’t let your dream home or vacant land slip through your fingers—I’m here to help you find the perfect nest to h...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
My entire life I have been a dog person. My father professionally showed Boxers in the 1950’s. Later we had rescued dogs from a Dalmatian name Gus to a Mixed Shepard named Moki. Before my marriage I had a Border Collie Mix who I named Fritz.My husband also came from a dog loving family.  His family had a purebred Shepard named Fritz as well.Back in Indiana, our younger son “found” a Siberian with the most gorgeous blue eyes. These dogs are runners and are quite strong. Since we were moving to a very “hot” climate, we found a good home for “Puppy Dog.”When relocating here to the high desert of Mohave County, Golden Valley, AZ we donated to a local rescue organization and selected a six month old mixed Rottweiler/Australian Shepard puppy.  We named him Fritz the Third.Two years ago, we ad...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Purpose is such a powerful to almost magical word. A simple definition of this word from Dictionary.com is “the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc.” A deeper meaning offered by OpenUp.com suggests purpose “is the driving forced behind your decisions and actions, guiding you towards a life that resonates with your authentic self.”So this begs the question:What’s Your Purpose?”For me when I undertook this exercise, I reflected on my past life experiences and realized in my own way I was a trailblazer. I was the first inside saleswoman selling industrial and commercial pipe, valves and fittings in the Chicagoland area. Now some 50 years later, I have blazed a new trail in selling real estate here in Mohave County, AZ.Frequently in strategic thinking planning sess...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Funny think how many small business owners including real estate agents use their checkbook for their bottom line. If the checkbook has enough dollars to pay current expenditures, great. If not, panic ensues. Not necessarily the best way to live as it breeds anxiety, additional emotional and complacency. However, this type of thinking, as noted above, is probably not the best as it is 100% reactionary and not proactive. Usually, the excuse for not monitoring income, expenditures and hours is “I’m too busy selling real estate.”One of my coaches years ago shared this John Wooden quote with me: “If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?”On the first or second day of the current month, I review my sales to date along with my average time with each sale fo...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
2025 is just 31 days away. There appears as every year continued angst in the real estate industry and real estate market. The so call industry experts are predicting everything from feast to famine. Now might be a good time to begin your own strategic thinking countdown to improve your results in 2025.First, what does “strategic thinking” mean?One simple definition is “the generation and application of business insights, on a continual basis to achieve competitive advantage.” (Source: Strategic Thinking Institute)Did you know the word strategy is Greek in its origin?  The word initially meant for a general to defeat his enemies. So this begs the question as to where does one start?Now some experts suggest writing one’s vision. I believe that is not the first step.The key word in the ab...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Holidays often remind us of the rabbit in Alice in Wonderland running around shouting “I’m late, I’m late for a very important date.” People are scurrying from airports to loading the family vehicle for that long drive to Grandma’s.I remember reading my home church pastor’s homily in which he  shared  his goal to stay calm during this holiday season by not being overburden with the cramped, very full holiday to do list. This year he decided to focus on one day at a time.When reading his message, I remember something I shared with my executive coaching clients and something I must continually tell myself that being: “Focus on what you can control, let go of everything else.”This holiday our son and our granddaughter will stay home in CA as our son must work the day after Thanksgiving. Ye...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Today, folks from all over the country begin their Thanksgiving holiday travels to gather with family and friends.  For others, they are staying home preparing the traditional Thanksgiving feast.  The kitchens through this country are filled with fragrant aromas reminding those of past holidays where all gathered to express their gratitude for the past year.Yes Thanksgiving is a Time of Gratitude!The sense of smell is the only sense that goes directly to the brain.  This is why those familiar aromas associated with holidays and special family gatherings bring forth memories of the past.Enjoy this simple recipe, no baking required, to lift the spirits of those in your home this forthcoming Thanksgiving or any day in which you wish a little pick me up.🦃 Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! 🦃To sh...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
As one ages, the human body also ages in many ways that are unexplained. One day one awakens and there is an ache that wasn’t present the day before. Maybe one takes a step and suddenly there is twinge to excruciating pain traveling from the ankle to the thigh.Thankfully, even with COVID, both my husband and I avoided that corona respiratory virus. Neither one of us opted for the vaccine as we lacked faith in its development, nor did we have existing lung/respiratory issues. Maybe drinking from the water hose or common drinking fountains, playing in dirt and mud, cleaning out chicken coops and even shoveling horse manure may have contributed to my avoiding COVID .With my mother’s mother (Mor Mor) living to 103 and my father’s mother (Far Mor) living to 84, I believe some of my good heal...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Imagine our surprise when pulling up to our local water haul station here in Golden Valley, AZ and seeing a not so little doggie resting almost right under the water station. This open range cattle probably drank some left over water from another water hauler and decided to take a rest.As we slowly moved forward, the “little doggie” finally decided to get up and join his friends across the road in the empty field.  Well as they say, Mohave County is still the Wild West. One never knows what to expect as in "Move Along Little Doggie" Yee Haw!Leanne M Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent Who Goes the Extra Mile Because Life Begins Where the Pavement Ends.Feature Photo Courtesy of Leanne M SmithAny reproduction of Leanne M Smith’s blog for use by any AI or GAI, distribution or reproduction ...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
With all the technology including programs and AI, teams,  transaction coordinators to social media, hands on service appears to be more present with seasoned professional real estate agents than those with limited experience.  I came to this realization when reading responses to a question about a specific social media firm in the Active Rain Question section. If we believe Zig Ziglar’s definition of sales, that being the transfer of feelings, the that definition does imply hands on. Sure technology to other members associated with a transaction can generate feelings, but the true, authentic feelings, in my opinion, are between the real estate agent and the client either as a seller or as a buyer.Years ago in my small business coaching practice, I always asked this question:Whose busin...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
This past weekend, I had a last minute call for a home showing about 4 miles down the road from our home. I explained the new requirement for the Buyer Broker Agreement and the couple agreed. This house in Golden Valley, AZ showed financing to be cash or 1031 exchange. In viewing the online photos I was somewhat confused as to this financing limitation.Fortunately I was able to arrive about 5 minutes early. Upon viewing the roof and seeing exposed wood on the fascia, I understood the reason for the cash or 1031 exchange.As the potential buyers arrived, the wife and I met outside.  We did not tour the home as I shared securing an appraisal on this home would be difficult given the roof and other exterior conditions including considerable exposed wood.  This couple shared they would be fi...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Yesterday, November 17, 2024, this 9.69 acre parcel in Golden Valley with a power pole and permitted septic went under contract.  For me this is special as the owner is elderly and wanted to have this property sold so that her children would not have to deal with it.This vacant land listing was a challenge as over time the wash which in this instance is also a designated EPA flood plain expanded onto this property. However, this issue was fully disclosed along with the access from Highway 68 is no longer possible as the State of AZ closed that access.With a quick close, this should be an early Christmas present for the seller. I can imagine her smile when she receives the check and knows she no longer needs to worry about this property.#arizonaacreage #realestateagentLeanne M Smith, The...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
When returning from a recent residential listing appointment, I heard this song on the radio "Do You Believe in Magic?"The first few words of the lyrics started my philosophical mind twirling and whirling. How often do some people believe achieving a goal to finding that perfect job to meeting that one special person to securing a sale is "magic?"How often do some believe being successful in real estate is "magic?"I have been asked what is my “magic” for establishing myself here in Mohave County, NW AZ as a real estate agent who loves selling dirt.Believing others have far more wisdom than myself, I researched some quotes and discovered these that reaffirm in life there truly is not magic.“The real secret of magic lies in the performance.” David Copperfield“A dream doesn’t become realit...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Being in sales is a challenge. Real estate sales takes that challenge to a much higher level. Envision an elevator that travels between those levels as your reputation while your character pulls that elevator up or pushes it down.  So how do I know I got both reputation and character?  Possibly these words by Abraham Lincoln may help to differentiate between these two words.“Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.” A little history:Since March of 2017, my husband and I have called Golden Valley, AZ our home.  In December of 2017, I earned my real estate license even though I had never sold real estate before. My nearly five decades of sales experience was in the corporate business to business (B2B) world. I be...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Soon we will be celebrating our eighth anniversary of living here in NW AZ. Each day I am filled with gratitude for our life here in Golden Valley, Mohave County, AZ.First, I am appreciative of the statement “Silence is deafening.” Moving from a 700-home subdivision outside of Valparaiso, IN to our home here in Golden Valley, AZ which by the way is the only site built house in one square mile, we learned the meaning of “Silence is deafening.”  Without all the ambient noise from living in a crowded subdivision, the quietness at nighttime is only disturbed by the howl of a coyote to the grunt of a open range bull. NOTE: There is one other manufactured home in the same one square mile. Otherwise the few other residents live in travel trailers and RV's.I am grateful for the early morning su...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Yes, first time home buyers are seeking to purchase their first home while current home sellers are selling to move closer to family. Yet, from my nearly eight (8) years of being a professional real estate agent, my list for those buying homes or even vacant land differs somewhat.The number one reason for moving to Mohave County by my buyers is to be away from congested residential areas. This reason encompasses less crime, less traffic, less noise (peace and quiet are in demand), less government (more freedom), and views of the high desert including 360 mountain views.Also, health is often tied to moving here NW AZ. Many potential buyers want to be away from the cold and snow of other geographic areas. A climate where for nine (9) months of the year the temperatures are comfortable alo...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Today is Veteran’s Day.  Many know that WWI ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Also, this day was originally called Armistice Day by President Woodrow Wilson.  President Eisenhower, a Veteran of WWII, on October 8, 1954 issued the first Veteran’s Day Proclamation which established the holiday for the proper observance the day demanded.Many Baby boomers had family members that fought in WWII. For myself, this included my father, my uncle and my grandfather. Then the Korea War followed by Vietnam.  My husband is a veteran of that conflict and served a year in Vietnam. Since then, we continue to put our men and women in harm’s way.Military service to one’s country is a huge commitment of grit and gratitude. Even in times of peace, these men and women may be c...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
During my seven years here on Active Rain, I have been blessed with friends I have met as well as friends I have yet to me. This past weekend I had the opportunity to break bread with Carol Williams  who was on her way south to her winter hideaway.As Carol is so much fun, I invited another REALTOR® good friend, Brenda Curwick, to join us for dinner. Of course dinner was at Red Cellar & Bistro.Between the great customer service, excellent food and adult libations, the conversation flowed. Yes, there was some real estate sharing, however most of it was just girl talk.I am so grateful that Carol included me in her southward trip. This was the second time we have met in person. If you have a chance, meeting Carol is indeed a blessing. She is so full of life and will tickle your funny bone.T...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
A recent article in Houzeo revealed the NAR Settlement has “spurred” a decline in buyer agent’s compensation. This article referred to data from Redfin as well as a decade long trend in compensation.What the reported data indicates as of July of 2024, residential property sellers are paying to buyer agents an average of 2.55% which is down from 2.62%. Additionally, compensation has increased from $15,124 in January 2024 to $15,377 in July.From Rocket Mortgage as well as other sites, AZ has a median residential property of $426,731.00.  However here in Mohave County of the three cities, the median home price has a definite range: Lake Havasu City, AZ is at $549,900 median home price and is down 1.3% year over year Bullhead City, AZ is $359,900  media home price and is down 5.3% year over...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
The Internet has become the number one resource for finding homes or vacant land for buyers. Research from conducted surveys by National Association of REALTORS® revealed 100% of the buyers  began their new home or property search on the Internet. Ultimately 52% of those buyers purchased a home they had viewed on the Internet.For professional real estate agents, these results reinforce that photos and words do matter and matter significantly. The old adage a picture is worth a thousand words remains true. Words reinforce the images and help to excite emotions encouraging the vacant land and home buyers to reach out. People buy first on emotions justified by logic.Again, the marketing words are “all about creating a sense of desire.” (David Ogilvy, Advertising Fame)To achieve this sense ...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Today, we hear how real estate agents are making too much money. Yet very few actually know all the behind the scenes activities that happen within a real estate transaction especially for out of area buyers.Professional real estate agents and REALTORS® are the Source of the Source. These state licensed professionals can guide potential sellers and buyers to the various resources to expedite sales of residential property or vacant land parcels.For example, when buying a home in AZ, these professional real estate agents can be the source of the source for: Local Financial Lenders including for vacant land Local Title and Escrow Firms Local Insurance Companies especially for Manufactured Homes Local Vendors for Manufactured Homes, Plumbers, Electricians, etc. Local Inspectors such as Home...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Possibly you are thinking about buying real estate either a home or vacant land for a future home?  Given current inventory is still low, these tips may be helpful.Determine Your Bottom LineThis will take some time especially if you are already committed to a residential property or renting. Again, if relocating factor in those moving expenses and setting up new accounts such as utilities, insurance, property taxes, etc. Also determine potential insurance, property taxes, Home Owners Association (HOA) or Property Owner Association (POA) monthly or annual fees as well as future maintenance costs. By taking this action, you may avoid falling in love with a property above your budget.Ask a Couple of Family Members or Friends for a ReferralBy talking to family members or friends, you may re...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Tomorrow is the 2024 Presidential, Senate, Congress, state, county and city election day. This election has for many been unkind even though some candidates have campaigned on the theme of “joy” which appeared to be somewhat lacking.I came across this quote by Albert Schweitzer and I had never heard or read it before."As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust and hostility to evaporate."Even though I have attempted to be emotionally intelligent in my responses both in person and online, I must admit sometimes my comments appear to be unkind. As I am a very high “D” problem solver and a much lower “I” people person, a low “S” fast pace person and a high “C” process person, I must continue to check myself.Kindness does not even require words as noted by William...
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