Featured Artist Pam of A Bead Thing

Rarely does our life follow the path we thought they would, but these detours often land us in a place of amazing adventure! Such is the case of Pam Andrews, one time administrator and real estate agent turned homeschooling grandmother and artist! Pam raised two children while living in the rat race of real estate, admitting that between work and family there was barely time to breath.  Since taking an early retirement, Pam’s life has taken a very different direction.  Her beloved grandson, Jaeden is both profoundly gifted and deals with ADHD.  Unable to work within the traditional school system, Pam took the leap of faith and began homeschooling him full time…which she says had turned out to be the most important position she has ever held.  When she is not creating or schooling, she relaxes by reading to herself or to Jaeden or watching cop shows or cooking.

She enjoys doing for her family and friends and is always on hand to lend an ear or a home cooked meal. Although most areas of the country have seen serious recessions in the housing market, Texas cities have continued to show gains in housing sales. In fact, real estate brokers in Houston have to work hard at finding homes to meet the growing need for both new housing and employee relocations. Houston has become the location of choice for many companies in a wide range of industries. You can find more information about THE BEST BUYERS AGENTS IN BRISBANE through this site https://www.top10realestateagent.com.au/the-best-buyers-agents-in-brisbane.html. However, some property values are based on subjective answers from residents living in a certain home, so the given numbers , and real estate evaluation may be hanging on a wishful thinking instead of a real appreciation . This is where real estate auctions come in picture, to inform potential clients about the property, and the investment possibilities, giving them a clear image of the real estate’s worth. One of the easiest ways to get real estate leads is by purchasing them. There are companies whose sole purpose is to find people who want to buy or sell a property. They then sell this information to people who are willing to pay for it.

So if you are a real estate agent looking for real estate leads and either don’t have the time to find your own, or simply don’t want to, then this may be a good option for you. Experienced real estate agents or even friends will surely advise you that as a buyer you are very likely to come across many real estate properties in foreclosure having perhaps no equity,being over priced . In such moments, lenders sometimes choose to accept a smaller amount than the initial.So you get in the negotiations process. As a hint, when you realize the over pricing phenomenon, you have to understand that this happens when the real estate agent , or seller is aware of the real estate property’s value, and he tries his luck in a raising price.

One reason why some people may think that they don’t need a buyer’s agent is because they don’t understand how a buyer’s agent represents them throughout the home buying process. A buyer’s agent has experience within the location that you are searching. They know about schools, flood plains, shopping, flight patterns if the home is near the airport and much more. A buyer’s agent can help you find homes that fit within your price point. This agent is legally obligated to represent you, the buyer. Click here if you want to know more about the Home Buyers Birmingham.

They will negotiate contracts and walk you through the entire home buying process. Their loyalty lies with you. Your buyer’s agent knows all of the ins and outs of the entire buying process and can help you with every step along the way including taking you on home tours, previewing the properties for you, and helping you find movers, attorneys, and inspectors. A great buyer’s agent is an invaluable tool.

So watch out! The negotiation can become a difficult process especially when reasonable terms are not agreed by both sides: owner and buyer. Negotiations can occur privately or in public, where real estate auctions come in the picture. Of course, a real estate auction is safer and more trustful than a private one. Private negotiations occur especially when the agent is a close friend or relative to buyer’s, and because of the friendly environment some details regarding even the real estate transaction may be skipped. There are a lot of investments you can make, but the safest you can make right now is investing your money in real properties.

Pam was raised by a seamstress mother and farming grandparents who taught her the value of working with your hands.  Her grandmother used to tat doilies and darn socks, which absolutely fascinated Pam.  While she never got the hang on tatting, her grandmother encouraged her to start crochet and she was off and running.  Over the years she tried many different arts from painting to building things for the house to decorating frames but it wasn’t  until she found wire, beads, fishing line, and yarn that her true passion was revealed.  She later found seed beads and her fate was sealed.  Pam loves the way that she can create super light jewelry with amazing texture and colors!  She is always pushing herself to learn new techniques and expanding her work.

What began as a leisure activity soon took on a new dimension when the real estate market took a hit and she needed to supplement her income.  What better way to do this than by doing something she already loved and A Bead Thing was born.  Because Pam is a somewhat reclusive person, promoting herself and selling her work was a learning experience.  While she has had some success doing craft shows, she admits that she is more comfortable working online where she can not only promote her work but work of other talented artists she has found through craft groups and forums.

Pam loves the idea that someone sees the passion that is put into each piece enough to purchase it but admits that it is work to be found.  She encourages other artists to follow their own dreams stating that “It is worth it and if they believe strongly in what they do, it will be a fun trip!” but it will also take time.  Pam is one that encourages people to take a closer look at handmade and believes that artists should be supported for their efforts.  You can see the love and support through her forum presence and in her own work.

Are you ready to see what a feisty grandmother can do when she isn’t taking care of her family?  A Bead Thing is easy to find on HandmadeArtists as well as on Rebelmouse.  You can follow her on Twitter and on Facebook and see all the wonderful artists she runs across or check out her blog!

 

 

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