As I write this, I’m looking out over the vast blue Pacific Ocean. My wife, Carla, and I decided to splurge for our 46th wedding anniversary. The horizon stretches endlessly, a full moon reflects on the ocean, waves roll in with steady crashing, and I can’t help but reflect on our life together.

You may wonder — what does being married since the Carter administration have to do with commercial real estate?

Bear with me. I believe who you love and with whom you choose to spend your life matters foundationally to building a successful career.

In my case, Carla’s patience, wisdom, and encouragement have been the bedrock under everything I’ve accomplished in brokerage. And along the way, I’ve learned a few lessons that apply equally well to marriage and to commercial real estate.

Commitmen

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