We are very lucky to have the careers we have, even in this difficult time. We need to remember that if it was easy, everyone would be doing it! It is so easy to get caught up in every little crisis that comes our way, so much so that we may overlook the most important moments, like the feeling of satisfaction when we’ve closed a very difficult file or helped a buyer with their first ever home purchase.

I want to send kudos to Dave Shean for all his hard work on the Uniform Closing Instructions project. It would be impossible to adequately thank him for all of his time he has spent working on this. Dave represents the type of quality people who are members of CEA. Thank you, Dave!

This year it is more important than ever that you attend your regional meetings to keep in touch with changes in our industry and to keep your saw sharpened – there will be more difficult transactions and you will need to attend educational meetings in order to keep up with the trends. Although some may not be able to continue, there are many who need to join this fantastic organization; some may be reading this now. I encourage you to take charge of your career, to make your own decisions about how you invest your time and to obtain the education needed to move ahead.

I encourage you to continue in our quest to educate every escrow professional in the State. If you are not a member – join today – you won’t be sorry! If you are a member, be a light for others and get someone to join!

I am so proud to be your President and we have a wonderful Executive Board and you ... the members! This is your organization. Feel free to call me or any of the board members at any time with ideas, suggestions and concerns. We are here for you!

Together – We’re Better! See you soon.

Deb Perry
2008 CEA President