Halfway ThereToday is the 183rd day of the year which means tomorrow we officially begin the second half of the year.As we've all screamed it out at a tailgate party, a karaoke bar, or while driving alone in our cars when the song "Living on a Prayer...
Keep on Truckin'I enjoyed a couple of good rounds of golf this past weekend. The kind of rounds that make you really feel good about yourself when you're done and you can't wait to get back out on the course to see if your good fortunes continue.I sh...
Deposits and Withdrawals from the Memory BankI watched the US Open from Pinehurst, North Carolina this past week with great excitement. Bryson DeChambeau outplayed Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, and Tony Finau to win his second major championship.As...
Go Fly a KiteWho would ever think going to fly a kite during a thunderstorm was a good idea? Yet, 272 years ago, on June 10th, 1752, that's exactly what Benjamin Franklin did. When the kite he was flying was struck by lightning, Franklin was able to...
It's Gotta Come from SomewhereIt's probably the fairest part of life.Everyone is equal. It doesn't matter whether someone is wealthy or penniless. You could be old or young. It doesn't matter your race, religion, or sex. Where you live has no bearing...
You've Got a FriendToday's post isn't about real estate. It's about real life.This past weekend, PGA Tour player Grayson Murray passed away at age 30. I didn't know Grayson Murray personally, but I knew of him. I know some people who did know him per...
Never Hurts to AskMy client liked the house and wanted to submit an offer. We felt that time might be of the essence because the home had just hit the market and we wanted to put a solid offer in front of the Seller, hoping to avoid the listing getti...
Familiar Voices and Buried TreasureIt's almost a subconscious reaction these days.I sit in the car, buckle my seat belt, and adjust the rear-view mirrow. As soon as I hit the ignition button, I flip on the radio and make sure the Sirus/XM Satelite Ra...
Welcome HomeWhether you've been away for the weekend, a few weeks, or many months, there is just something special about coming home.Maybe it's sleeping back in your own bed? Knowing just how to set the thermostat so you feel comfortable. You know th...
Just Get to the 99.9999%Happy Birthday, David Lee!Today is David Lee's 41st birthday.You're most likely asking yourself who the heck is David Lee, right?As I was seeking a topic for this week's Carp's Corner (like I often do on Sunday nights when the...