And So It Goes. . .

As always so enjoy reading your philosophical contemplation.  As much as things become complex there is the effort to simplify and then when simplified there are folks who want the thing to be more complex. The ongoing circle of complexity and simplicity. My simple take - Follow the money.

Hello Michael and interesting blog to share with us on this Friday.  Things change in our business to often.

Hello, Michael.

Here's my three-cent thought (the price increased due to inflation!).

We change constantly, but we're not changing ourselves; it is not the change that defines us but how we learn to cope with it, mainly the swift and piercing winds of transformation that vex us with the severing and alteration of relationships, priorities, and perspectives that come with advancing age. 

And so it goes...🌔🌓🌒🌑

Hi Michael,
We often make things more complicated than they are. The most complex piece of art is made up of thousands of single strokes, one at a time. EVERY thing in life is like that. Whatever we are facing, it's about one step at a time—hopefully headed in the right direction.

I know to expect change, in one form or another.  I can't get too excited about any industry announcement, they rarely tend to meet the Chicken Little or Pollyanna ends of the spectrums, but somewhere in the middle and probably less disruptive than early announcements warn.  I'm also of the belief that no industry deserves to survive unless it adds value.  If real estate agents do not continue to add a value that people are willing to pay for, we will also go the way of the buggy whip makers.  In any case, I'll be staring out over the valley within the next year or so and my caring factor will decrease accordingly. 

As always, Michael...I loved your perspective and owe you a big Thank You for participating in this month's challenge. Oddly enough, when I am in my sphere, no one discusses real estate or what's going on with the NAR thing. (I might add that I don't "hang out" with agents here). Nothing is static or unchanging. If you think so, hang around for a few years and you'll see!!!

If nothing changed, how boring would it be? Change is good. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your upcoming weekend! Bill

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Michael Jacobs  : Is there going to be a doorman? The music goes round and round and it comes out here - I hope you remember that song because that keeps playing in my head-  Good post and this time I am not late 

Going with the flow is necessary sometimes to safely navigate the treacherous waters that dangerously churn because of other people's actions, Michael. I'll take the long way home every time to avoid that kind of contrived chaos!

Good morning Michael Jacobs ,

I'm so glad that Carol Williams featured your musings for the May contest. I always like to read your philosophical take and was certainly not disappointed in your perspective. The quote by Robert Frost was one of my Geno's favorites and he stated it often especially when things seem to be in flux.

Good Morning, Michael Jacobs. Your post gives us a lot to think and ponder on. I was used to change in the military and have come to expect it in our real estate industry. 

Michael, the title of your post made me think of the chorus to this song from years ago...

So It Goes

I agree with you and loved the imagery - after the weather, real estate is the most talked about topic, and a lot of people are in a hurry to have a position and to voice somebody else's opinion as theirs, too, on the buffet line. The end note is in tune - Life goes on.

Michael Jacobs - what a wonderful, thought-provoking answer to an AR Challenge. I like how you put everything into perspective.

Thanks for your inspiration. It was great!

I truly enjoyed your post, Michael. 21 years ago now, I wrote my master's thesis about "Infotainment in US American local news", and that is what I am constantly reminded of when I scroll through my news feed. One certain "news" channel is actually an infotainment channel but the general public seems unaware. Only bad news is good news, we all need to keep that in mind as to why the settlement made such (outrageous) headlines. It is also precisely what I discuss with clients. So far, I've only been met with headshaking and not-so-kind words about the attorneys who are the only ones to gain from this. 

The real estate market is always changing and always will change. It seems every few years the sky is falling, yet it never does, we simply adjust.....well at least that's what I do.

What a WONDERFUL perspective, Michael - as ALWAYS! I'm 100% with you - I am a no-drama person and when drama in work (or life in general) rears its ugly head, I quietly bow out and focus energies where I feel I need to be focusing. The current hoopla in our business is simply another hurdle that we must overcome. My mission is always how to 'figure it out' with grace and keep moving forward. Those who adapt, succeed. 

One of my favorite quotes from Erma Bombeck, "If I had my life to live over again, I would have waxed less and listened more. … I would have cried and laughed less while watching television … and more while watching real life. … But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute of it … look at it and really see it … try it on … live it … exhaust it … and never give the minute back until there was nothing left of it."

Thank you so much for sharing your perspective with us, Michael. I love your fresh approach to life. Thank you also, for the book recommendation. I'm going to have to check it out. I'm wrapping up  The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion. It was a book series (of 3), starting with The Rosie Project that was recommended to me as our family navigates our grandson's (Liam) DSM-4 (Autism, Asperger's) diagnosis. Anyhow, I plan to read your David Brooks recommendation next. 

Re invent daily and learning .. expecting to pivot many times to keep everything heading in a positive direction. Real estate is a jealous sport that demands your time and to stay sharp, current Michael Jacobs !

You post and title reminds me of Doris Day; which I must Google to spell it correctly: 

Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)

...and believe it or not, I spelled it correctly all by myself!

Hi Michael,  Change happens and life goes on.  I agree.  We need to adjust to changes, as always.  Things are not what they were 20 years ago either.  And we will.