Real Estate Success
Posted by Wayne Welsh on
How do you measure success in real estate? Some measure gross income, net income, number of units sold per year, how busy you are and recognition awards. Although there is validity to some of these yardsticks, I have always seen things differently.
I believe success in real estate is measured in the number and length of the friendships you make along the way. When you have worked closely with your customers and have truly given your time and energy, always putting your customer first; it is logical that a close friendship may develop. Sometimes you gain a new fishing buddy, sometimes our families go out for dinner together, sometimes a boating day, but making new friends from real estate is truly rewarding.
Recently, I was invited to travel…
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Over three million Americans require a wheelchair for daily living. Whether through, illness, injury, or birth defect, the result is the same. These individuals face challenges that the rest of the population is oblivious to; including many of our builders and architects.
It is winter in Venice, Florida. The sky is blue and sunny with a mild breeze over the Gulf of Mexico. The temperature is 77 degrees F. Fisherman lined the rocky shore along the Venice Inlet; some seeking the thrill of the catch and some seeking a fresh fish dinner. On the benches along the water sits an elderly couple holding hands and watching the show nature put on. Pelicans dive-bomb fish from heights crashing head first into the saltwater. Vacationers line the beach with their brightly colored umbrellas, beach chairs and coolers. Many brought along their sharks tooth sifters in the hopes of finding fossil sharks teeth, which is why Venice, Florida is known as the shark's tooth capital of the world. Looking south along the beach, one could see…
My wife and I were looking for someplace new to dine and decided to give the Banyan House in Wellen Park a try. We met our close friends Eric and Susan for lunch and had such a wonderful experience. The location in Downtown Wellen Park was easy to access and there was plenty of parking. The restaurant's architecture was creative and enticing with lots of glass and interesting rooflines. The waterfront location made for beautiful views on this sunny day. Once inside, we were in awe at the beauty of the life-size artificial banyan trees which reminded us of Disney World. They provided a tropical ambiance and set the theme for our dining experience.
Gulf Shores Realty won the Best of Venice Award for the Best Independent Real Estate Company for 2023, making 12 consecutive years. Gulf Shores Realty has won this award every year since they have been open.
Venice, Florida was host to the 16th annual Downtown Venice Craft Festival on Sat. and Sun., January 27 & 28, 2024. West Venice Avenue was closed to vehicular traffic while thousands of patrons casually strolled the palm tree lined street. Approximately 100 white display tents lined the street for blocks and glistened in the Florida sun. Both local and traveling artisans and craftsmen proudly displayed the fruit of their labors. The air was filled with the essence of food vendors with their delicious and tempting vices. Patrons feasted their taste buds on tropical beverages, fresh baked pastries, kettle corn, and more. Several musicians sang, played guitars, and other more exotic instruments.
