365 days ago we opened the “doors” of Thompson’s Realty.
365 days ago some long established real estate brokers told me to my face, “Your business model won’t work. I wish you the best, but you’ll be out of business within a year.” Other’s have since said a “virtual office” can’t work, “Without a brick & mortar office people won’t take you seriously”, “You’ll never be able to recruit agents”, “You can’t start a real estate brokerage in this market” etc. etc. ad nauseam.
Well to all those Negative Nancy’s, I have just one thing to say:
You were wrong.
Granted, we’re only a year old and it is far too early to claim success. But we’ve not just survived, we’ve grown. We are proud to say that nine of the best real estate agents on the planet are working together to insure present, past and future clients of Thompson’s Realty receive customer service that is beyond reproach.
We are in the midst of one of the worst housing markets in memory. But people still buy and sell homes every day, and we are here to make sure all those home buyers, sellers, investors and those just considering entering the market have every possible tool, piece of information, and an experienced team of agents to help them through every step of their real estate experience – and beyond.
To my family and my friends across the continent (and beyond) – thank you for all your support and encouragement. That means a great deal to me.
To Jamie, Heather, Steve, Chris, Rock, Dave, Michelle and Francy – thank you from the bottom of my heart. You make my job easy, and I can not imagine working with a finer group of people. You are amazing agents and even more amazing human beings.
To all of our clients – thank you for putting your trust and confidence in us and allowing us into your lives. You are why we do this and we appreciate each and every one of you more than you’ll ever know.
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Jay & Francy,
Happy Birthday. It’s been a great ride I’m sure.
I think it calls for a Happy Hour get together to celebrate.
Congratulations on your first birthday! Such an amazing feat you’ve all accomplished & so deserve! You’ve been a shining example to the rest of us! Looking forward to your growth and success in the years to come!
Congratulations, Thompson’s! You are SO cutting edge.
I hope there is cake involved
Happy Birthday!! And, Congratulations!!
Happy Birthday! and Congratulations!
Cheers to years of Success!
**Irene Hammond´s last blog post..Spring is in the Air
“far too early to claim success” hahahaha, what EVER..
You are rocking it, HARD. Big congrats to you and to your entire team. I am looking forward to helping you celebrate this weekend.
Happy birthday, my friend(s)…
**Nick Bastian´s last blog post..Metro Light Rail seeking public input
Congratulations and best wishes for many more happy birthdays!
**Norm Fisher´s last blog post..Saskatoon Real Estate: Week in Review (February 16-20, 2009)
Happy Birthday Jay!
You may not realize it but you are an inspiration to so many.
Congrats Buddy!
**Mike Mueller´s last blog post..Like Facebook?
Congratulations on a huge milestone and know you guys will be doing well for years to come even in this tough market.
**Mike´s last blog post..5 Reasons To Travel To Miami
I can’t believe it has already been a year. Thanks for leading out in the industry and congratulations.
Wow, already a year? Congratulations, I’m sure your success will continue!
**Rod Rebello´s last blog post..Phoenix and Scottsdale Pricing, or Why Location Matters
Man, that year went quick Congratulations Jay!
Congrats on a year!!! Here’s to many more!!!
**John Lauber´s last blog post..New First Time Buyer Credit
Congratulations Jay!
Here’s to your next 10!
Jay,
It doesnt seem that long ago when we first talked about your decision. I was proud of you for going for it back then and even more proud to see you’ve reached a one year milestone. Laurie and I send our best to your whole team. Congrats.
Thanks so much everyone for the kind words. They are truly appreciated.
Time really does fly doesn’t it?
Congrats on one full year! So where’s the party?
Congrats on all your successes!
**Paul´s last blog post..Lease to Buy Houses | Elliott Homes Lease to Purchase Program
Congrats Jay… I never doubted for a second that you’d make it.
**Matt´s last blog post..Fountain Hills Named ‘Best Affordable Suburb’ In State
Congrats Jay, this is truly an accomplishment in this real estate day in age. Keep up the great work and maybe we will get to do a deal something soon. Do you have any good fourplex’s for sale, we are aggressively buying.
Thanks
**Sean Terry | Dealmakers Blog´s last blog post..Getting Mentally Prepared to Become a Successful Real Estate Investor
Congratulations! It’s great to see Real Estate companies doing well when there is so much negativity around Real Estate right now. You are correct in that there are people buying and selling homes. I actually like today’s buyers more than the thousands of buyers in 05.
God. Bless. Entrepreneurs.
**Justin McHood´s last blog post..8000 Tax Credit Questions and Answers
Congrats on turning 1! Thanks for the great site.
Congratulations Jay, a well deserved anniversary. A big thank you goes out to you too for enriching so many people’s live in probably more ways than you’ll ever know. I wish many, many, many more years of sucess.
**Sara Bonert´s last blog post..How To Build A Free Profile On Zillow
Congratulations on your first anniversary…an amazing achievement given the economic times we’re in! Best wishes for an awesome 2009!
The formula for success remains a constant so Congratulations on your first of many successful years!
Congratulations and Happy Birthday! I am so happy for both of you, your associates and your clients. You rock.
I would have never believed it’s ONLY been a year. Your achievements to date are an undervalued testament to your now sought after voice in the greater Phoenix real estate market and beyond. Best wishes to you and Francy, and your team for a wildly successful future – a lot of us listen closely to your voice, logic and reason.
Maybe one of these days things will free up so you can actually make some money from my dreams.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Thompson’s Realty! You did it and it is only going to get better! I wish you all nothing but the best continuing onward……
Happy Birthday to your first birthday! I bet every year after will be better and better.
**Janis´s last blog post..Caracol Cream Reviews
That’s amazing that you have run a real estate business of the web, I’m not sure I would want to do that, but if it is working I give you props. I know it’s prolly a lot safer for you, don’t have to pay for an office or a building. Hope things keep up!
Jay – Good for you for sticking to your plan. We’ve been web based for 3 years now here in Big Canoe, and we’re still chugging along. To be honest, I’m glad we don’t have the added expense of a brick and mortar storefront. I wish you continued success.
**Karin Elliott´s last blog post..View Homes for Sale In Big Canoe
Jay,
Congrats on the first of many more birthdays to come for Thompson’s Realty!
**Shuki Haiminis´s last blog post..285 Columbus Lofts
Happy Birthday.
I can’t believe this is your first year. You have lots to be proud of.
You inspire me.
Well done.
Congrats Jay –
the candle is lit and the flame burns bright. Continued success is much deserved.
**Larry Yatkowsky´s last blog post..30 Days in Kerrisdale – Jan-Feb 09
Gratulations,
im happy to found your website , i have a listing website and i thought and talked a lot, with people who works in real estate to open a online real estate office and they also told me that can not work.
But yor results after one year are great and motivate me to open a online office in my city.
Best regards and a great real etsate day
Henry
Congrats and keep up the great work. Here in New Jersey it would be impossible to open a virtual office since they actually define what the office must look like and where the entrances and exits must be.
**James Boyer´s last blog post..2009 Home Buyer $8000 Tax Credit
Congrats Jay! I wish your new brokerage a big Texas Happy Birthday.
**James Wheelock´s last blog post..$319,900 :: 14703 Placid Point, Humble TX, 77396
Just like everyone else has said above me, congrats! I can tell from your blog posts that you do not think like a normal real estate guy, especially the blog post about Gary V. I can only bet that you will keep growing in 2009.
Congratulations Jay,
Your readership, comment ratio and overall presence is a testament to your vision and hard work. I wish you continued success and prosperity.
Look forward to visiting often!
**Bob´s last blog post..Cherry Creek North Townhome For Sale – 2960 E. 4th Ave
Congrats for all your successes!!!
Indeed, congratulations! Best of luck on the next 365!
**Lewis´s last blog post..Sedona Sunset (and first HDR test)
Jay – you & Francy deserve all the kudos you’re getting! I’m just happy to be a part of it & tag along for the ride!
**Chris Butterworth´s last blog post..Sunday Stats
You folks are all far too kind with your words. But thanks, it’s truly appreciated!
Jay: Congratulations a bit late, but it seems I am always a step behind online. Best wishes for the future.
Tom
**Thomas Johnson´s last blog post..$389,000 :: 618 6th 1/2 St, Houston TX, 77007
Happy Anniversary!
Congratulations on your first year! I’m sure we will be seeing you around for many many more, too.
**Linda Craft-Raleigh NC Real Estate Expert´s last blog post..Safety for Raleigh Home Owners
Happy Birthday! I am glad you can tell all those “Negative Nancys” they had it wrong!
Congrats, may the many more years to come give you lots of success!
**Brendan´s last blog post..Martini’s at the Mansion – March 21, 2009
Happy Birthday Jay & Francy!!
The person who gets the farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare ~Dale Carnegie
**Joseph Ferrara.sellsius´s last blog post..iPhone or BlackBerry Storm: Which is Better for Realtors?
Many congrats on your success so far! How long have you had your blog? I only recenlty started reading, and just love all the great information you share-both professional and personal. Thanks for the great read!
**MaryAnn Knell-Peoria Real Estate´s last blog post..“It’s Better Here”
That first year of being in business can be so scary-and so wonderful! Many Congratulations on making it, and here’s to many more!
**Margaret Safford-Metro Atlanta Real Estate´s last blog post..Does the Metro Atlanta Real Estate Market Mimic the New HGTV Shows?
Happy Birthday!
Happy First Birthday! I have enjoyed reading your blog, and I look forward to celebrating more birthdays!
Congratulations! You give us all hope. Wish you all the best for the future.
Austin Homes
Happy Birthday! Keep up the good work!
Congrats on surviving whats usually the toughest year for a business, and even more respect to you for not letting the financial crisis get you down. Your obviously doing ok for yourselves, so when the economic situation clears up I expect you will be rolling in cash
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Well done, hope to hear about your next birthday and more successes.