by Linda McVay
I’ve included a letter from one of our past attendees in today’s post to share why so many real estate professionals enjoy completing their hours at our Rocky Point Renewathon. We would love to share the experience with you!
Dear David,
I thoroughly enjoyed the Rocky Point Renewathon. You always have an outstanding group of guest instructors. Our small board cannot afford to hire these professionals to come to our community and this is the only chance I have to hear them.
To be able to get my entire hours in such a relaxed and friendly atmosphere is certainly a joy. What a wonderful opportunity to network with some of Arizona’s top producers from so many different areas of our state. The connections I made will pay for my education many times over.
And, what a beautiful, luxurious, safe, and fun resort town Rocky Point is. Please continue your outstanding school. See you there.
Sincerely,
Kerry Raymond
Kingman, AZ
Posted on April 26th, 2009 in Rocky Point | No Comments »
by Linda McVay
I love this time of year in Rocky Point because the ocean is so beautiful and it’s warm enough to get in the water. EVERYONE needs a vacation and this is a great time to relax by the beautiful Sea of Cortez, eat shrimp, quesadillas, drink beer & margaritas…what could be better?
My favorite place to shop is Mercedes (across from the Friendly Dolphin Restaurante). Mercedes is adorable and has so much STUFF you could shop all day (David isn’t so happy about that!) There are also so many good places to eat now. You could go out for every meal and enjoy it. We even like the taco stands (certain ones, of course)! If you like Fish & Chips, the place to go is a restaurant off the beaten path called Ramon’s Restaurante. Pick up a copy of the Rocky Point Times newspaper which is free in most real estate offices or convenience stores for pages of restaurants and maps.
If you’re looking for water sports and entertainment, we recommend Mike and Lea at Sea Fari Tours, and Tammy and Roland, at Kayak Rocky Point. Visit their website, http://www.seafarirockypoint.com/, for more information. For a great time with the whole family, check out the Pirate Ship. Our grandson (8 years old at the time) won 2nd place in the dance “competition”!
I hope I have encouraged you to come to Rocky Point (especially for the Renewathon)!
Posted on April 24th, 2009 in Rocky Point | No Comments »
by Dave McVay
For years, I owned a huge sorrel stallion by the name of Duz Bar, who over time, had become “barn sour”. In other words he was content to eat, sleep and hang out in his portion of the stable. Even though Duz was not my favorite horse to ride, I often took him out for a trail ride. As we left the barn, he would just poke along. I would have to constantly encourage him to “step out” by using the reins on his rear end or by a little touch of the spurs.
Duz was a smart old horse though and had an uncanny sense of direction. The moment we turned around and headed for home, a metamorphosis took place and Duz turned into a “Kentucky race horse”. If I had let him, we would have reached speeds of over 200 miles per hour. (It was always fun to take a friend on a trail ride and let them ride Duz…some are still missing!) When Duz turned the corner and headed for home, he became energized and focused. He know where he was going (Confidence), how he was going to get there (Plan), but most importantly, he became energized because he “Re-Focused. He had one purpose and one vision…get back to the stable.
As Real Estate Professionals, it is hard to be truly enthusiastic at times and, like the pink energizer bunny, always full of life. How can we find the energy to consistently maintain true enthusiasm in one of the toughest occupations known to man? Take the time to answer these questions:
1) Who are you (self image)? 2) What do you do (Profession)? 3) How well do you do it? 4) How do you know?
These questions will determine your values and assist you in re-focusing your own vision. By spending some time alone and dealing with these questions, you will become re-energized, re-focused and enthusiastic about your career and personal life.
What are you doing, other than working very hard, to keep your “Fire burning”?
Posted on April 20th, 2009 in Motivational | Comments Off
by Dave McVay
Everyday in seminars, I am asked “Do you feel safe in Mexico”? Linda & I have owned a home and have driven to Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point) for years. To date, we have never had a problem. I have been burglarized in San Diego, robbed in Tucson and stolen from in Phoenix….not in Rocky Point.
We also do not break the rules. We drive during daylight hours and we’re not out drunk in the early morning. Don’t let the news media frighten us. Life’s too short!
See you in Rocky Point; maybe our Renewathon, or maybe you would like to rent our home? If you do, ask for the McVay discount.
Posted on April 17th, 2009 in Rocky Point | No Comments »
by Dave McVay
As many of you know, Linda & I like to buy our real estate high and sell low!! When the market started to fall, Linda said to me, “As long as you have been in the real estate industry, I thought you would have known more about it”!!! (Referring, of course, to the ups and downs of property value.)
Well, I have been in the business for over 40 years and have seen the real estate market slide numerous times. The market WILL COME BACK! When real estate sales are great, we real estate agents believe it will last forever and spend money accordingly. When sales are down, we believe it will continue to fall – we need to STOP IT! CHANGE OUR BUSINESS MODEL! A “Down market” prunes out the real estate agent who doesn’t want to change and those who don’t want to work hard!
Another advantage to the adjusting of our property value is that if pricing would have continued to climb, our children and grandchildren would not have been able to afford to buy homes.
Real estate agents are the greatest entrepreneurs known to man – let’s not become victims and react – we must be proactive.
Talk to you soon.
Posted on April 16th, 2009 in Motivational | No Comments »
