Wise Family Magazine July 2011

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We have made it to the July issue of Wise Family Magazine. It has been

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Becoming the Good AgentDear Dave,I recently graduated from college, and I think I’d like to get into the real estate business as an agent. I don’t have much real world experience, so what can I do to learn and become a great real estate agent?- Ryan

Dear Ryan,Congratulations on finishing college! It sounds like you’re ready to hit the ground running. I think the first thing anyone in your situation should do right now is get a first-hand look at the day-to-day life of a really good real estate agent. Find out what someone who sells 100 houses a year does on a daily basis, how they got to where they are, and how long it took them to get to that level in terms of skills, referrals, knowledge, and recognition in the marketplace. You might consider driving to a nearby city—one that’s far enough away so that competition won’t be a factor—and finding a superstar agent. Tell them your situation, and ask if you could ride around with them for a day or two and pick their brain. Basically, I’m talking about interviewing them and finding out how you can be them when you grow up. Believe me, you’ll learn tons about the technology and marketing sides of things, too. Real estate is probably the perfect example of The Pareto Principle. It states that 80 percent of the people make 20 percent of the money, and 20 percent of the people make 80 percent of the money. Learning as much as you can as quickly as you can is a great first step to making sure that you’re in that top 20 percent!- Dave

Finding Life BalanceDear Dave,I own a small company, and lots of times I feel like I’m devoting too much time to the business and not spending enough time with my family day to day. How do you find a balance between home and work?- Pat

Dear Pat,You know, I get asked this question a lot. Truth be told, the idea of everything being in balance on a daily basis is a myth. No one can perfectly juggle all that life has to offer—the spiritual, emotional, financial, home, work, and physical—every single day. It’s just not possible. Still, you need to make sure you strive for balance over the scope of time. I started running a few years ago, and I’m out of balance if I’m training for a marathon, because I spend more time training. The same is true with work. There are times when you have to work hard, and occasionally this can bleed over into other things. I think the answer

lies in really being into whatever you’re doing. Listen and participate in conversations with your kids instead of watching television. Take your spouse out on dates, and turn off the cell phone. When you’re with your family you should really be with them. Then, when you have to work, chances are they won’t be mad at you. Honestly, we waste so much time and then we complain that we’re out of balance. Ebb and flow takes place in every aspect of our lives. So, I think we should all stop wasting the time we have! —Dave

Jumpstart Your Plan!Dear Dave,I’m 26, single, and I’ve been working your Total Money Makeover plan to pay off my debt. Right now, I have just $25,000 left to pay off, including my car. Recently, I was offered a chance to move to Singapore for the next six months as part of my job. I won’t have any real expenses while I’m there, but I’m worried about the effect it might have on me getting out of debt. How can I make all of this balance out?- Jared

Dear Jared,Why does there have to be a balance here? In my mind, this whole situation is a fantastic catalyst for helping you get out of debt even faster than before. Think about it. You’re single, and you’ve got no strings attached. This is a wonderful opportunity to travel and make more money and save more money than ever before! You’ll be able to accelerate your financial plan and have a great cultural experience, too! Now, I’m not up for this idea if you’re going over there just to hang out and goof off. But if you’re committed to the plan and to getting out of debt, then this is something you absolutely must do. You could even go ahead and sell the car now. You’ll be rid of insurance payments, buying tags, and all that stuff. Plus, it’ll just sit there losing value while you’re gone, anyway.I’m not hearing anything negative in this entire situation. Go for it, Jared!- Dave

No Writing, No Money!Dear Dave,I called a creditor recently to settle an old debt. They offered a settlement, but said it was their policy not to put settlement offers in writing. Should I accept the deal?- Joseph

Dear Joseph,No way! If you don’t have anything in writing, then you have no proof that they extended the offer or agreed to a specific amount. The only one who will have “proof ” of anything in this scenario is the creditor, and that’s just asking for trouble.

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Planning For RetirementDear Dave,I’d like to move to Las Vegas when I retire in about 10 years. I’ve saved up quite a bit of money, and could pay cash for a property now. Should I go ahead and buy, and maybe rent it out for a while, or wait until I actually retire?- Bruce

Dear Bruce,If you can pay cash now and still have plenty of savings left over, then there’s no reason not to go ahead and buy. The housing bubble has burst out there, and you’ll be able to find some real bargains in and around Vegas. I’m not big on being a long-distance landlord, but I’d be tempted to do it in a situation like this. Keep in mind that you’ll probably have to renovate the place if you rent it out for several years. It’s just the nature of things in the rental world, so make sure you figure that into your cash plan—and your emotional plan, too!- Dave

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Rosalie Gregg was born near Hayden, New Mexico. Ms. Gregg graduated from Paradise High School and from Decatur Baptist College. She married Robert Nolen Gregg, Jr., who had been a Prisoner of War for 3-1/2 year during which time he helped build the railroad that led to the Bridge over the River Kwai in Thailand. Ms. Gregg has been involved with the Wise County Heritage Museum since its inception in 1967.www.wisehistory.com

Do You Know… ?

The little settlement of Cottondale dates to before the Civil War? As early as

1860 it had stores, blacksmith shop, school and church, drug store, doctors. Post office was recognized 1875, residents did receive mail. After the death of her husband, a Mrs. Woodruff came to the town and married Mr. Bridges, she cared for the mail in a trunk until it was picked up by the proper persons. Margaret Stephenson Mann was believed to be the first white woman to live west of the Trinity River. She was born in Roane County Tennessee, January 2, 1863, came to Upshur County, Texas, where she married James Mann, November 23, 1891. Mrs. Mann is buried at Cottondale, having died December 23, 1920. One of her sons, W. J. Mann was one of Wise County’s early day sheriffs, and later served as a Wise County Commissioner. ■

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According to Webster’s Dictionary, “integrity” is a firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values. That sounds good, but what does it mean to you in everyday life? How do we know if we have integrity? What if we lose it, can we find it again? Think of it this way. Integrity is the picture. Traits like honesty, reliability, morality, and ethics, among other things, make up the colors in the image. If your picture lacks any color, the image becomes distorted and blurry.

So what does this mean to me? If you are an honest person, but you are unreliable and immoral then your integrity is compromised. The same applies if you are a dishonest person but you are very reliable. Without a single part, your integrity as a person weakens significantly. Only when you hold all the pieces will other people see you as a person of integrity. Just doing enough to “pass” in this area is not acceptable. What happens when we err in life and make mistakes that compromise our integrity? Will that damage buff out or is it a total loss? Your personal integrity is a bit like trust. Once you lose that trust, it is often an arduous process to rebuild. Failing to show up on time once or twice is generally not on the same level as lying or stealing but they all compromise your integrity to some extent. The first may be remedied with a sincere apology and dedication to avoiding it in the future. The latter will take significantly more effort on your part, if it can be fixed at all. Integrity is a lifelong process that must be nurtured and evaluated constantly. A few self-evaluation questions may be in order. Regardless of the situation, do you do what you say you are going to do? Can people trust what you say is the truth? And if you really want to gauge your integrity: When faced with a dilemma or problem do I make the morally and ethically right decision regardless of how difficult it may be? ■

“Integrity is a lifelong process that must be nurtured and evaluated constantly.”

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TheAlvord Fillies 8-and-undersoftballteamheldofftheDecaturHotshotsinachampionshipgametocapturetheWiseCountyleaguetournamentlastweekend.TheFillieswonfouroftheirfivegamesatthetournament,closingtheseasonwithan18-4record.

The team included:LaneyMitchell,MadisonClark,PaigeSlaten,BellaWarren,TawniHamilton,BriPewitt,JocelynTambunga,LillyHooks,KyleeFitzgerald,AubreyMitchellandTaylorMeador.TheteamwascoachedbyJamieMitchell,RyanMitchellandBrettHooks.

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A husband and wife have one child born via Cesarean and are hoping for a baby born

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With summer comes long sunny days, lazy days at the pool and delicious outdoor barbeques. But along

with the days of frolicking and fun comes extremely high temperatures, which can be dangerous for your dog. Veterinarians at the University of Pennsylvania’s Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital have some advice for keeping your dog comfortable in the summer months.• Heatstroke is a major danger in the hot days of summer. One way dogs can develop heatstroke very quickly is when they are left alone in a car – even if the window is cracked. Symptoms of heatstroke include: heavy, loud breathing, staggering gait and a bright red tongue or gums. If you think your dog may have heatstroke, apply cold compresses to his belly or wet him down, and take him to the veterinarian immediately – heatstroke is life-threatening.• The coolest hours of the day are in the early morning and late evening. These are the times you should exercise and feed your dog.• Although a swimming pool may seem like a good way to cool down your dog, make sure you don’t leave him

unsupervised. Not all dogs are natural swimmers and could drown if they fall in.• If your dog is kept outdoors be sure they have shade and fresh water access at all times. If you live in a warm climate, it is a good idea to hose down the dog before work, at lunch or whenever you can to provide extra

cooling (even if your dog is not overheated in the first place).• With the warmer temperatures of summer, cars over heat and may leak antifreeze. (This is the bright green liquid found oozing from that car with the engine fan on.) Also, people change their antifreeze and may spill or leave unused antifreeze out where pets can access it. Antifreeze tastes sweet and is inviting to pets (and children). It is also extremely toxic in very small amounts.

• Dogs spend more time outdoors in summer, and increased exposure to nature comes with an increased risk of parasites like f leas and ticks, as well as encounters with rabies carriers. Check for ticks and f leas by grooming your pet daily.• Many animals have a fear of thunderstorms and fireworks, due to the loud noises produced. Allay your dog’s fears by actively distracting him with play, instead of with just a stroke or caress. In the long term, he may come to associate that stress factor with positive things like playing and treats. Turning on the TV or the stereo can help muff le some of the noise. For more information visit www.dogchannel.com


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Nothing beats the slower pace of summer. There is time to enjoy moments sipping iced tea with a

friend, taking a dip in the pool, sitting on the porch watching the sun set, and trading in our bulky winter clothes for the freedom of more minimal apparel. Staying cool and looking polished is not always an easy task, especially if you work in an office environment. Clothing and grooming are instant communicators of who you are and provide others valuable cues about your professionalism. Here are a few tips so you don’t let your image melt in the summer heat.Dress Smart Select clothing that breathes. Technology has not only changed how we communicate with each other, it has also transformed our fabric choices. High tech fabrics can keep you cool and wick perspiration away from your body. These features were first introduced into sportswear, but we are now seeing them spring forth in business clothing. Select wrinkle free fabrics. Who wants to spend their summer ironing or picking up laundry at the cleaners? Don’t forget a jacket or wrap. Although the temperature may be sizzling outside, most buildings range from cool to downright cold. Also, a jacket provides greater authority if you are in a business setting. Wear comfortable shoes. The most popular footwear in summer is flip flops. While they may be comfortable

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