3 Ways to Get 2019 Off to a Great Start
Louisiana Realtors • December 26, 2018
A new year is a new start. This is especially true from a professional perspective. The beginning of a new calendar is great opportunity to keep momentum rolling while starting off on the best possible foot. Here are three quick and easy tips to keep in mind as January 1st approaches.
Set Meaningful Goals
A goal without a deadline is just a dream. Take this time before the 2019 arrives to think about not only what you want to accomplish, but when you want to accomplish it by. These could be quarterly goals, several small achievements, or a grand overall goal that has benchmarks that you can track through the year. Whatever it may be, set it now and commit to it. Make your goals visual. Put them in writing and leave them somewhere you’ll see them each. Constant visual, tangible reminders are a great way to hold yourself accountable.
Know What You Need to Do Daily to Meet Your Goals
Once you have your goals established you can work backwards from your deadline to know exactly what steps you need to take, and when to take them. It’s simple math. If your goal is to have x number of transactions in the first quarter, divide that number by 90, and you’ll know how often you need to close to meet your goal. This is a great strategy for understanding if you are ahead of, or behind schedule.
What is Your “Why”?
The context of your goals is very important. Why do you want to accomplish “x”? Understanding both what this achievement would mean to you personally and professionally, as well as the consequences of not meeting your goal can really put it into perspective. Knowing the answers to these questions transforms your goal from finish line full of numbers into a unique, personal story.
Want Your Teen to Own a Home Someday? Start Talking Money Now Teens may not be thinking about mortgage rates or down payments just yet, but the money habits they’re building now can follow them for years. And 88% of teens surveyed by Fannie Mae and Junior Achievement said they want to own a home someday. This week’s Consumer Guide: Talk to Your Teens About Money and Homeownership makes those conversations a little easier, covering everything from credit scores and budgeting to debt, renting versus owning and saving for that eventual down payment. So yes, you may have to interrupt the doomscrolling. But helping teens get smarter about money today could put them in a much better position to get the keys to a home of their own down the road. Download all of NAR’s Consumer Guides in English or Spanish at facts.realtor. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides: NEW: Teen Financial Literacy Fraud Red Flags Helping Family Members Become Homeowners Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season Condominium Insurance Thank you for your continued engagement with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with prospective clients to ensure they have the information they need to find success in their home buying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy. The next Consumer Guide, scheduled for publication on Oct. 21, will cover winter cold and storm preparedness.
Homeownership Is on Louisiana's November Ballot
After months of gathering recipes from across our Louisiana REALTORS® family, the cookbook is ready! This 200+ page collection is filled with Louisiana flavor, REALTOR® heart and recipes contributed by our members. We launched sales of the cookbook at the Fall Governance Meetings. You can now purchase your copy for $30 directly from the printer and shipped to you! Additionally, we will have copies available at the RRF booth at NXT . After NXT, we will carry a limited stock at the LR office for you to purchase through the LR Merch Shop and pick-up from the office or at an LR event, as stock is available. Even better, $15 from every cookbook sold will be donated to the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) to help provide housing-related assistance to REALTORS® and their families following disasters. Pick up a copy for yourself, grab one as a gift and enjoy a taste of Louisiana while supporting a great cause!
