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Nate's Monday Morning Message

Welcome to this edition of Nate's Monday Morning Message. This week and every week we have the opportunity to make sure that we are moving our life in the direction we choose and helping people along the way. Regardless of where you are today, you have the ability to help others. Make a small or large donation to a great cause within your community. Spend some time with your family or friends cleaning up the town park or organizing a charity event. Inspire others to help you and multiply the effort that just you can put in.

There are countless ways that you can make a difference all you need to do is find yours. A truly successful life is not judged solely on the accomplishments of one, but rather the affect it had on many. Choose to live the life of your dreams. Make each and every day count. Strive to leave a lasting legacy and inspire those around you to do more or to do better. I have seen the amazing power that an individual can make and I have seen the truly remarkable differences groups of like minded people can achieve. Decide to make a difference today. Let's Make This The Best Week Of The Year!

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Leaders Vs. Followers

When leaders make a mistake, they say, “I was wrong.” When followers make a mistake, they say, “It wasn’t my fault.”

A leader works harder than a follower works, yet has more time; a follower is always “too busy” to do what is necessary.

A leader goes through problems and resolves them; a follower goes around problems but never gets past them.

A leader makes and keeps commitments; a follower makes and forgets promises.

A leader says, “I’m good, but not as good as I ought to be”; a follower says, “I’m not as bad as a lot of other people.”

Leaders listen; followers wait until it’s their turn to talk.

Leaders respect those who are superior to them and try to learn from them; followers resent those who are superior to them and try to avoid them. 

Leaders feel responsible for more than their job; followers say, “That’s not my job.”

Leaders say, “There may to be a better way to do this”; followers say, “That’s the way it’s always been done around here.” —Author Unknown

WORDS TO LIVE BY...

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” – John C. Maxwell
“There is far more opportunity than there is ability. “ – Thomas A. Edison
“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” – Jim Rohn
“It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” – Walt Disney
“That some achieve great success is proof to all that others can achieve it as well.” – Abraham Lincoln
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle
“He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.” – Muhammed Ali
“Procrastination is the bad habit of putting off until the day after tomorrow what should have been done the day before yesterday.” – Napoleon Hill

Take control of your life and charge towards your dreams! Nate

Nate's Monday Morning Message 

Welcome to this edition of Nate's Monday Morning Message. This week and every week we have the opportunity to match our actions to our expectations. When you expect more from yourself you will put in more action. We need to raise our individual bars! We need to be the ones that decide for ourselves what we will choose as goals! We need to do what is necessary to achieve our own personal success.

There are many people that can and will help us along the way. I hope to be one of those people for you. You will need to make the tough choices and you will need to put in the time and energy to succeed. Anything in this world worth doing is never easy. Decide. Take Action. Choose your success. If I can ever do anything to help you along your path to greatness please let me know. I am here to help! Let's Make This The Best Week Of The Year!

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The Crazy Dog

Once a wealthy man decided to go on a safari in Africa. He took his faithful pet Dachshund dog along for company.

One day, the Dachshund starts chasing the butterflies and before long the Dachshund discovers that he is lost. Wandering about, he notices a leopard heading rapidly in his direction with the obvious intention of having lunch.

The Dachshund thinks, "I'm in deep trouble now! Then he noticed some bones on the ground close by and immediately settles down to chew on the bones with his back to the approaching cat. Just as the leopard is about to leap, the Dachshund exclaims loudly, "Boy, that was one delicious leopard. I wonder if there are any more around here."

Hearing this, the leopard halts his attack in mid-stride, as a look of terror comes over him, and slinks away into the trees. "Whew," says the leopard. "That was close. That Dachshund! Nearly had me."

Meanwhile, a monkey who had been watching the whole scene from a nearby tree figures he can put this knowledge to good use and trade it for protection from the leopard. So, off he goes. But the Dachshund sees him heading after the leopard with great speed, and figures that something must be up.

The monkey soon catches up with the leopard, spills the beans and strikes a deal for himself with the leopard. The leopard is furious at being made a fool of and says, "Here monkey, hop on my back and see what's going to happen to that conniving canine."

Now the Dachshund sees the leopard coming with the monkey on his back and thinks "What am I going to do now?" But instead of running, the dog sits down with his back to his attackers, pretending he hasn't seen them yet... and just when they get close enough to hear, 
the Dachshund says........ ......... .....

"Where's that damn monkey? I sent him off half an hour ago to bring me another leopard."

Moral: It doesn't matter what cards you hold but how you play them!

WORDS TO LIVE BY...

“It's what you learn after you know it all that counts.” - John Wooden
“Minds are like parachutes. They only function when they are open.” - James Dewar
“Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain and most fools do.” - Benjamin Franklin
“People who think they know everything are a great annoyance to those of us who do.” - Isaac Asimov
“The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one.” - Oscar Wilde
“The road to success is always under construction.” - Lily Tomlin
“Those who believe they can do something and those who believe they can't are both right.” - Henry Ford
“Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly.” - Dalai Lama 

Take control of your life and charge towards your dreams! Nate

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Nate's Monday Message 

Welcome to this edition of Nate’s Monday Message. This week and every week we have the opportunity to make the decisions necessary to move us closer to the happiness and success we desire. There are many things that we put off each day, week, month, or year that we should just do. Pick a few of those this week and just get them done.

Remember, the way to make a change for the better is to make a decision for the better. Celebrate the successes you have throughout the week and enjoy them. Spend a few minutes each day planning what needs to be done to achieve your goals for that day and watch the results come rolling in. Don't let this week just fly by Take control over what you will do and the direction in life you will go. Let's Make This The Best Week Of The Year!

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Fate Is in Your Own Hands 

Once upon a time, there was a general who was leading his army into battle against an enemy ten times the size of his own. Along the way to the battle field, the troops stopped by a small temple to pray for victory.

The general held up a coin and told his troops, "I am going to implore the gods to help us crush our enemy. If this coin lands with the heads on top, we'll win. If it's tails, we'll lose. Our fate is in the hands of the gods.

Let's pray wholeheartedly." After a short prayer, the general tossed the coin. It landed with the heads on top.

The troops were overjoyed and went into the battle with high spirit.

Just as predicted, the smaller army won the battle. The soldiers were exalted, "It's good to have the gods on our side! No one can change what they have determined."

"Really?" The general show them the coin--both sides of it were heads.

WORDS TO LIVE BY...

“Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life.” - Steve Jobs

“We become what we think about.” - Earl Nightingale

“Don't wait. The time will never be just right.” - Napoleon Hill

“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” - Walt Disney

“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.” - Henry Ford

Take control of your life and charge towards your dreams! Nate

Nate's Team Newsletter - June 2013

Click to read Nate's Team Newsletter for June 2013

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Westwing Mountain - For Sale 

Surrounded by Peoria’s prestigious community known as Westwing Mountain, this gorgeous home is nearly 4,000 square feet with 5 generous bedrooms and 4.5 baths – this floor plan has a family room concept with a large open kitchen plus formal living area and a media room upstairs. Draped in lovely amenities, you’ll appreciate warm tone paint colors, rich tile flooring and accents plus an oversized laundry room.

The gourmet kitchen is classy and beautiful with granite counters, cherry cabinetry plus a large island with counter seating and artistic design of tile throughout. Beautiful master suite has everything you need with gorgeous custom tile surrounds, jetted soaking tub, separate shower and plenty of closet space.

Sitting on a beautiful tree lined street, the grounds are fully landscaped. Private backyard oasis has a beautiful pool, fire pit with seating plus an additional patio area with a built-in BBQ. Westwing Mountain is surrounded by awesome mountain views plus there are walking and biking trails, parks and schools within the community. This home won’t last long! Call Nate today for a private tour. 602-942-7000.

Click here to take a virtual tour now. 
http://www.nateshomes.com/Property/8344-W-BAJADA-Road-Peoria-Arizona 

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Now

If you have been thinking about buying a home, now is a good time. With affordable property values and low interest rates, the outlook for homebuyers is favorable. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should buy now.

1.) Homes are affordable: Home prices are still within an affordable range and in some areas, the lowest they've been in years. But we are seeing an upward trend and values are rising. Don't wait to take advantage of the pricing available today.

2.) Interest rates are remarkably low: Today's historically low interest rates enable you to get more home for your money and enjoy smaller monthly payments. The rate on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage is the lowest its been in nearly 40 years that Freddie Mac has been tracking rates. While there's a perception that it is difficult to qualify for a home loan, that is simply isn't true. Where you shop for a home loan makes a significant difference.

3.) Sellers are motivated: Anyone who is selling a home today knows that it has to be well-maintained and priced attractively. More of the homes on the market today are with traditional sellers who are willing to negotiate.

4.) Home Builders are building again: Home builders are back in the game and we are seeing more and more new homes sprout up around the Valley. The builders are motivated to sell homes and they are offering attractive incentives for qualified buyers.

5.) Mortgage lenders are ready to lend: Keep in mind that securing your business should be as important to your lender as getting the best loan is to you. Whether you are looking for a fixed or adjustable rate mortgage, an FHA or VA loan, or a jumbo loan, there are many sensible options are available today. The most important is working with a lender that is committed to responsible lending.

Today's real estate market is truly a once-in-a-generation opportunity. If you or someone you know is thinking of buying a home today, please give us a call. If you are unsure if you qualify for a loan, we can recommend a reputable loan consultant, who will walk you through the process of getting qualified. Give us a call today. Nate

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602-942-7000

RE/MAX National Housing Report May 2013

Low inventory has characterized the housing recovery for several months, but may be finally showing signs of improvement. The number of homes for sale in April inched 1.6% higher than the number seen in March, the first monthly increase since June 2010. At the same time, Closed Transactions and Median Prices both remained 10% higher than last year’s levels.

The April RE/MAX National Housing Report, a survey of MLS data from 52 U.S. metropolitan areas, contained signs of a strong housing recovery in regions across the country. Low inventories contribute to a limited growth in sales, preventing some buyers from closing on the home of their choice. But if inventories can rise to a more balanced level, the recovery should strengthen and experience even more home sales. The Month’s Supply of homes for sale at April’s pace of sales was just 3.6 months, the lowest supply since the RE/MAX National Housing Report began in August 2008. A balanced market is achieved with a Month’s Supply of 6.

“April was exactly what we needed at this time in the housing recovery. Home sales and prices continued to rise, while we started to see improvement in the number of homes for sale,” said Margaret Kelly, CEO of RE/MAX, LLC. “It may take a few months, but as prices rise and more homeowners gain positive equity, we should see an increase in the inventory of homes for sale, resulting in a much better selection for potential homebuyers.”

To review the full report, please click here. 

If you or anyone you know is interested in learning more about buying or selling a home today, in the Phoenix area, please give me a call. Nate

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Nate's Monday Message 

Welcome to this edition of Nate's Monday Message. This week and every week we have the opportunity to not get complacent in our actions or our thinking. Let us put some additional fire behind both this week. Let us get fired up in our living of life and in our dreaming of the future. There is only one person that can get you to stand in front of the door of opportunity - You.

Make it a decision this week that you will work with renewed vigor and enthusiasm. Take some time to organize, but spend the majority of your time taking actions to grow and advance. We are so blessed that each day gives us a new beginning. Our job is to make the most out of each and every day. Do not waste a minute, or an hour, or a day. The path you take starts with you and just one step. Let's Make This The Best Week Of The Year!

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20 Simple Questions That Will Help YOU Go In The Right Direction 

1) Who do you want to be and what experiences do you want to create? 
2) What do you want your life to be about? 
3) What do you want to spend less time on? 
4) Are you giving your best where you have your best to give? 
5) What's the most effective thing for me to focus on? 
6) What's the goal? 
7) How do you know it's working? 
8) What did you expect? 
9) What's best for you? 
10) What's the best thing for now? 
11) What's your next best thing to do? 
12) When do you want it by? 
13) Why do you get up in the morning and come to work? 
14) How can I use this? 
15) How big is the pie, how big is your slice? 
16) Where's the growth? 
17) What are you making time for? 
18) Who's stopping you? 
19) What's stopping you? 
20) What's holding you back?  

WORDS TO LIVE BY...

"The best way out is always through.” - Robert Frost 

“Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot; but make it hot by striking.” - William B. Sprague 

“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.” - Goethe 

“Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything.” - Napoleon Hill 

“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others; it is the only means.” - Albert Einstein 

“Remember that happiness is a way of travel, not a destination.” - Roy Goodman 

“People become really quite remarkable when they start thinking that they can do things. When they believe in themselves they have the first secret of success.” - Norman Vincent Peale 

“Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” - John Wooden 

Take control of your life and charge towards your dreams! Nate

Nate Talks to Fox News

On Friday, May 10th, I had the pleasure of speaking with Fox Busines News about the Phoenix real estate market. I was able to share the good news about our rebounding property values and the overall improves we are seeing with the real estate economy.

If you or someone you know is interested in buying or selling a home, please give me a call today. Nate

www.NatesHomes.com
602-942-7000

Nate's Monday Message 

Welcome to this edition of Nate's Monday Message. This week and every week we have the opportunity to put our thoughts and actions into high speed. Let us think more and think deeper. Let us take bolder actions and put energy behind what we do. This is a great week to take super steps forward in your life. Think of three things you know you should do this week - Do Them! Don't just pick the easy, but choose to do the difficult. Think of three things you want to do this week - Do Them! Don't just pick things you have always done, but choose to try something new.

We all have the same amount of time this week. Some of us will use it efficiently and be very productive. We will move closer to achieving a dream or a goal. Some will choose to just get through the week and just do what is needed to get by. Just remember when you look in the mirror -YOU are the one that controls your destiny, your happiness, your success, and your shortcomings. Let us take responsibility for our actions and choose to do better this week. Let's Make This The Best Week of The Year!

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10 Amazing Lessons from Albert Einstein:            

Follow Your Curiosity: "I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious."
What piques your curiosity? I am curious as to what causes one person to succeed while another person fails; this is why I've spent years studying success. What are you most curious about? The pursuit of your curiosity is the secret to your success.

Perseverance is Priceless: "It's not that I'm so smart; it's just that I stay with problems longer."
Through perseverance the turtle reached the ark. Are you willing to persevere until you get to your intended destination? They say the entire value of the postage stamp consist in its ability to stick to something until it gets there. Be like the postage stamp; finish the race that you've started! 

Focus on the Present: "Any man who can drive safely while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the kiss the attention it deserves."
My father always says you cannot ride two horses at the same time. I like to say, you can do anything, but not everything. Learn to be present where you are; give your all to whatever you're currently doing. Focused energy is power, and it's the difference between success and failure. 

The Imagination is Powerful: "Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions. Imagination is more important than knowledge."
Are you using your imagination daily? Einstein said the imagination is more important than knowledge! Your imagination pre-plays your future. Einstein went on to say, "The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge, but imagination." Are you exercising your "imagination muscles" daily, don't let something as powerful as your imagination lie dormant. 

Make Mistakes: "A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new."
Never be afraid of making a mistake. A mistake is not a failure. Mistakes can make you better, smarter and faster, if you utilize them properly. Discover the power of making mistakes. I've said this before, and I'll say it again, if you want to succeed, triple the amount of mistakes that you make. 

Live in the Moment: "I never think of the future - it comes soon enough."
The only way to properly address your future is to be as present as possible "in the present." You cannot "presently" change yesterday or tomorrow, so it's of supreme importance that you dedicate all of your efforts to "right now." It's the only time that matters, it's the only time there is. 

Create Value: "Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value."
Don't waste your time trying to be successful, spend your time creating value. If you're valuable, then you will attract success. Discover the talents and gifts that you possess, learn how to offer those talents and gifts in a way that most benefits others. Labor to be valuable and success will chase you down. 

Don't Expect Different Results: "Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results."
You can't keep doing the same thing every day and expect different results. In other words, you can't keep doing the same workout routine and expect to look differently. In order for your life to change, you must change, to the degree that you change your actions and your thinking is to the degree that your life will change. 

Knowledge Comes From Experience: "Information is not knowledge. The only source of knowledge is experience."
Knowledge comes from experience. You can discuss a task, but discussion will only give you a philosophical understanding of it; you must experience the task first hand to "know it." What's the lesson? Get experience! Don't spend your time hiding behind speculative information, go out there and do it, and you will have gained priceless knowledge. 

Learn the Rules and Then Play Better: "You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else."
To put it all in simple terms, there are two things that you must do. The first thing you must do is to learn the rules of the game that you're playing. It doesn't sound exciting, but it's vital. Secondly, you must commit to play the game better than anyone else. If you can do these two things, success will be yours! 

WORDS TO LIVE BY... 
"If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door." - Milton Berle 
"All our dreams can come true - if we have the courage to pursue them." - Walt Disney 
"It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark." - Howard Ruff 
"Keep your friends close and your enemies closer." - Sun-Tzu 
"Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there." - Will Rogers 
"To avoid criticism do nothing, say nothing, be nothing." - Elbert Hubbard 
"Luck is a dividend of sweat. The more you sweat, the luckier you get." - Ray Kroc 
"The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision." - Helen Keller 

Take control of your life and charge towards your dreams! Nate