T.G.I.F.

T. G. I. F., Thank God It's Friday!!! I rarely take a day off of work, however this past Friday, I took the day off.  I was having a "Piggies and Paws" party at my house, and was expecting several mom's and kiddies! 

Side note to the Parents that read my blog: If you don't know what a "Piggies and Paws" party is, I encourage you to visit their website! Totally cute. http://piggiesandpaws.com/

While I was doing the last minute preparations at the house for the party, I was visited by a group of people that were walking in my neighborhood that are affiliated by a religious organization.  I am almost ashamed to say, that normally I would rush to turn down the volume of the television, or Ipod, so that I can pretend that "no one's home". 


I don't quite know why this Friday was any different.  The tent and tables were just delivered, I was wrapping party favors, and had a million more tasks to accomplish before having to pick up our son from daycare.  This Friday, I decided that if I was going to be subjected to a 'soft sells pitch'; so would anyone that tried to solicit me with any product, service or information!


Before opening the screen door, I equipped myself with the most recent Comparative Market Analysis report that I completed for my neighborhood in Long Beach, California!  After a very spirited conversation about religion, tradition and philosophy, I concluded the discussion with my soft sell on the advantages of Home ownership in the Long Beach area:

• First Time Buyer Programs
• Low Down Payment
• Low Interest Rates
• Tax Benefits
• Mortgage comparable or possibly lower than rent

At the end of our discussion, two of the religious group were encouraged that home ownership is well within their reach.  I'm always surprised that many people have the perception that buying a home is not something that 'ordinary blue collar' people do.  Home ownership is on the rise, and there are several first time home buyer programs, that make qualifying easy for first time buyers!   With two new first time buyers! I must say that this Friday was one of the best 'non-work days', I've had in awhile!  Please call me about information regarding how I can help you realize your dream of becoming a home owner!

T.G.I.F!  Thank God It's Friday!