A Real Estate Christmas Carol (redux)

In the Charles Dickens' classic, "A Christmas Carol," Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three ghosts. Each has something to show and a message to give the miser.

The Ghost of Christmas Past comes first and shows Scrooge the joys and sorrows of his childhood. The height of the sorrows is the time he forsook his fiancee for the love of money.

The Ghost of Christmas Present comes next and shows Scrooge scenes of joy around the city as well as scenes of want and dire need. The height of these scenes is that of Tiny Tim's crutch resting alone at the fireplace. The boy will die if his dad's boss continues to pay so cheaply.

The Ghost of Christmas Future comes last and shows Scrooge the grave of a dead man who all speak ill of for his selfish life. The height of the scene is when he discovers the grave is his own.

We all know how the story ends. The visions have their intended effect. Scrooge changes. Tiny Tim lives. But what about us?

It's not my intention to point out any specific Scrooges out there. Instead, I want to focus on second chances. It's really what "A Christmas Carol" is all about.

And as it relates to real estate (or any other career field or place in life for that manner), there are second chances available (as long as we have breath). Could you use one? Hear the ghostly voices: No matter your past, you can determine your future by becoming the best you can be in the present.

Have a Happy Holiday season and a Merry Christmas, everybody.

(Picture in the public domain: HERE)