Purchasing a home is an exciting time, but there is also a lot to manage. There are a lot of text messages, phone calls, and emails coming in. It is important for potential homeowners to keep them straight. Who are some of the most important people during the purchase process? The Real Estate Team First, there are going to be a lot of important people on the real estate side of this transaction. Every home buyer should work with a real estate agent who can help them assess the market, arrange showings, and find the right home. There might also be interactions with other agents along the way … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Partner to Help Out More
Taking care of all the chores around the house can be a full time job, especially when you have children. Cooking, cleaning, buying groceries, and taking care of the household can get quite overwhelming, especially if you are saddled with most of the burden. If you feel that you are struggling to get everything done on your own and you need a bit more help from your partner, it’s important to ask them in the right way. Nagging or guilt tripping can only create negative feelings and make both parties feel bad. You want to speak to your husband or wife in a way that encourages them to help … [Read more...]
Say What? I Wanna Talk About Me!
Have you ever had the experience of realizing that the person you were speaking with was simply not listening? They might have looked like they were paying attention, but your words were simply going in one ear and out the other. Chances are this left you feeling frustrated and unappreciated, especially if what you were saying was very important. Listening is a very important communication skill that not everyone has mastered. Have you ever thought about how well you listen to other people? Perhaps you might be tuning out others without realizing it, causing them to feel like you … [Read more...]