As many of you know, I am an experienced mortgage loan officer. I loved helping people through the financial process of buying their home or refinancing. The idea came to me last year when, unfortunately I met some realtors that just did not have their S**t together. I knew I could do a better job. Many times people think only of their pay check instead of what is best for their client. So the idea was there but then this past Summer my husband encouraged me to go for it.
I can't wait to begin.
I spoke with my current boss today about it and he was very kind and supportive. I am very lucky to have worked with many wonderful people throughout the years.I live in this area for 20 years now and know the area well. I have also purchased two homes so I know the entire process both from a financial perspective as well as working with many realtors. So if you want to Buy a home in Southern CA, let me know. I will help you every step of the way! If you want to list your home, let me know!
What does this have to do with acting? Well, what I have noticed when I am applying for acting jobs is that they are looking for real professionals now. No more people who have scrubs. They want actual nurses. They want actual doctors. They want actual realtors too.
People have no idea how hard actors work. They constantly must audition. They have to spend money on head shots, classes, wardrobe, business cards, marketing materials, postage, etc. And it is not cheap to live in Los Angeles. You have to have good transportation because everyone drives here. You simply cannot get around without a car. So many of my actor friends are struggling from pay check to pay check. Many of them rent for years and don't have any significant savings tucked away for a rainy day or for their retirement. It breaks my heart. They are so talented and yet when it comes to actual net worth, many of them only have the clothes on their backs.
Fortunately, I have worked in many positions and I have learned valuable things in every job I've ever had. All of my former jobs has prepared me for the new job. I have worked as a clown, as a secretary, as an intern at a studio in Hollywood, as a meter maid where I wrote parking tickets. I worked at a bank and in cash management. Working with lots of money taught me to take a closer look at my own financial situation and start making some good choices for my family's financial future. This includes being a home owner. So being a lender and now being a realtor will be wonderful in terms of helping future customers.
Buying a home should not just be for the wealthy. I am so glad to know about the VA program to help veterans who can buy a home for no money down! Thanks for reading my long blog. Can you tell this is something I truly care about? Absolutely! I will keep you posted on my progress.
Ciao!
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