This year, I had the pleasure of chairing the Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive Committee through the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).  I am thrilled to report that we successfully concluded our efforts this morning for the 24th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive by supplying a Thanksgiving dinner (turkey and GIANT gift card for all the trimmings) for 659 local families. 

The Food Drive started in 1986 and in the first year they collected 78 boxes of food.  The goal from day one is to help the less fortunate families in our area and give back to our local communities.  Each year our recipient list increases and we do our best to help everyone that we can.  We knew going into this year that the slow economy was going to be a challenge however we pulled together and reached out to our peers and affiliates and made it happen!

Although my responsibilities as Committee Chair ends today, I will continue to support this cause going forward.  If you would like to make a donation for next year’s Thanksgiving Food Drive, please contact me at Michelle@HarrisburgHouses.net.  Every dollar counts…Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

I’ve successfully completed the first major step towards receiving my Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designation.  What does this mean?  I’ll compare it to a college graduate with a general business degree who then goes to graduate school to receive their Masters of Business Administration (MBA).  Only 4% of Realtors have this designation and I’ll soon join the ranks of this elite group.

If you are looking to buy or build a home, do yourself a favor and hire a Buyer’s Agent who is working for YOU and only YOU (not the Seller or their own self interest).  Everyone’s needs and situation is unique so feel free to contact me to discuss your goals.  I’m available to meet so we can discuss the process, the current real estate market, and to answer any questions you may have.

Picking the “right” Realtor is just as important as selecting the “right” surgeon or attorney.  Your home is most likely your single most expensive asset, right?