Friday, July 10, 2009

Most Consumer's Spend A Lot Of Money Blindly

For the past sixteen years that I have been in business, I have observed that Buyers of real estate who are making, what is usually, the largest purchase of their life
know very little about buying a home. They trust blindly without checking out the facts. They spend loosely -
"What's another $1000 dollars?"
They also sign their name to just about any form put in front of them and never read a word!
They invest more time into buying a cellphone and learning all about it vs. shopping for a house and mortgage!
We provide education to the consumers. It is free. They are usually held at our Brecksville Class room.
Our classes are limited to 15 people in size. We have industry experts teaching the class. The information learned can save the consumer money and stress.
I am amazed that consumers are not beating down our classroom door to get this help everyday instead of twice a month. If you would like to attend, please register on our wesite www.gatewaytitle.com or call me @ 440 546 9660

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Our Day In The Sun News Paper ...That is....

Today was an exciting day for Gateway Title.
"Rachel's Corner" made it's first appearance on the real estate page of the Cleveland area
Sun Newspapers.
The article is similar to my blog about remembering the simpler gifts of life.
I am honored that the Sun editors asked me to send it to them for the paper.
My Thanks to them for the opportunity to send my thoughts out to so many people.
It is a privilege.
Sun papers have been our neighborhood friends for years and I wish them many more years. - Rachel Torchia

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Pressure Is On And You're Overwhelmed -STOP!

I've made both good and bad decisions in my life time. In looking back I can honestly say many of the bad decisions where made when I was under pressure or feeling overwhelmed.

It's that react or respond thing. Taking the time to step back, take a deep breath and let the feeling of being overwhelmed leave you before making a decision can make a difference between a good decision and a bad decision.

My friend, Richard Flint, has some wise words on making decisions: Never make a decision when you feel overwhelmed. This is such an important thought! Every time you feel overwhelmed you are mentally weak and gathering emotions. This is the wrong time to make decisions. Any decision you make will be more emotionally charged than mentally thought-out. This means what you are doing is not a decision; it is an emotional reaction that will demand you come back and deal with it all over again. That will just steal more energy.

Remember, if you can't manage your pace, you can't control your life.

For more on Richard Flint, check out hiw website at www.RichardFlint.com and Friend

I Love Customers Who Tell Others They Love Gateway

Last Friday, we were closed, but I came in to monitor the phones and keep the doors open for buyers and sellers who often stop by without an appointment to drop off escrow papers, pick up a free starter kit, get their check or just have questions.
I'm so glad I decided to come in because mid-morning, two sisters who are selling brought in their signed purchase contract. While they were here another seller stopped by to get her proceeds check. They all started talking to each other about how wonderful Gateway Title is to work with when you are selling property!
I know I was beaming with pride as they talked.
The Gateway Team members put so much of themselves into each transaction, and it shows.
As tough as this real estate market can be, there are some rewards that can't be measured in dollars.
My Thanks to all of our buyers and sellers who are not afraid to let real estate agents and lenders know that Gateway should "title" their purchase, sale or refinance. It is the consumer's choice.