• The significance of celebrating the New Year,Gene Cook

    The significance of celebrating the New Year

    As we welcome the New Year, it's more than just turning the calendar page—it's a celebration deeply rooted in history and culture. Here's a brief exploration of why we celebrate the New Year and the meaning it holds: Ancient Symbolism: The tradition of celebrating the New Year dates back to ancient

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  • Why to not pause your home search during the last months of the year,Gene Cook

    Why to not pause your home search during the last months of the year

    Real estate is cyclical, and having traveled around the calendar many times, here’s what I consistently see in the last month of the year:  • Fewer buyers in the market  • Greater negotiating power for buyers • Sellers eager to close ASAP With that in mind, here are a few questions to ask yourself

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  • Happy Thanksgiving!,Gene Cook

    Happy Thanksgiving!

    This is the time of year we take the opportunity to look back on our lives and take account of what we are thankful for.   Firstly, I am thankful for my family. I remember last year when I was complaining about my job and feeling stuck. We were ok, but I felt no forward momentum. I was like—is this

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