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During the last few months we stepped back, reflected and imagined how much more impact we could have on our colleagues, clients, communities, the planet, and our business if we set our sights crazy high. We identified three areas of focus where we believe our impact could be the greatest: Relationships, Community, and Planet. In each area, we set immediate and practical parameters and insane (some say impossible) goals to encourage us, and a dedication to share our progress with you via our blog and other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

Some of the immediate things you may have noticed:

• NEW BRANDING –

  We simplified and clarified our name brand. You will notice the new cards, new website, new slogan, and most importantly - new FOR SALE signs, Let us know what you think.

• NEW OFFICE –

  Since our inception, we have been based out of the Bellevue, WA and Kirkland, WA office's of Keller Williams Realty. As part of our crazy new plan, we felt we needed to be closer to the action. Because all cultural change emanates from urban cores like Seattle, and because the Keller Williams Greater Seattle team is doing crazy business and enjoying insane growth; we believe we will have the best ability to inspire and be inspired at our new home in Seattle. Stop by and see our new digs.

• BIGGER TEAM –

  Apparently being crazy is attractive. As we are now known as being a little crazy, more agents are joining TROY in being “real in real estate”. We are excited on where this expansion is headed and hope you stay connected.

• CRAZY GOALS –

  Our first order of business was the invention of Uganda Project. We have decided to give away at least $100,000 dollars by November 2012. We have partnered with Team Five Morris and Sojourn Ministries to develop sustainable business opportunities in Uganda. This money will launch large and small-scale aquaponic projects to allow African families to grow their own fish and vegetables as well as generate sustainable financial support for ongoing HIV/AIDS programs, church plants, and orphanages.

• COMMUNITY –

  We broke down walls. No longer do we group personal friends, church friends, neighbors, family, and business contacts. We combine them all in one big pot. Neighbors are welcome to our homes and office anytime. The non-profits we serve are now encouraged to take advantage of our high-tech conference rooms and modern meeting space for free. Do you want to watch our kids play league football or soccer? We publish game times and schedules online. (We will even buy you a cup of coffee.) Want free dinner and a chance to meet new folks? Stop by Bryce’s house at six every Thursday night for Community Group. When was the last time you saw a school play? We are not talking about an inbox full of spam, but a chance to encourage authentic community. Let’s do life together.

Mark down October 24th on your calendar now! We only have room for a few people, but are taking a tour of 8 hot foreclosures in the Seattle metro. If you are interested and able to move quickly, contact us or call Troy directly at [206] 588 8409 right away to save your seat.

Click here to see the latest list of foreclosures for sale in Seattle.

REACHING OUT WITH THE UGANDA PROJECT

Uganda is a country rich in history and culture but has been devastated with political unrest, savaged with an ongoing HIV/AIDS epidemic, and now faces an acute food shortage. Despite the millions of dollars spent and the thousands of aid workers, the problems continue to grow and persist.

The Troy Anderson Real Estate Team decided enough was enough and launched the first phase of Uganda Project. For the next 24 months, TeamTroy will donate $100,000 in real estate commissions. This money will provide seed money for the development of large and small-scale aquaponic projects in Uganda.

It is here that TeamTroy, Sojourn Ministries, and TeamFiveMorris have found shared and interdependent interests. As TeamFiveMorris focuses on the spiritual and physical needs of the Ugandan people, TeamTroy and Sojourn will meet the economic needs as well as assist with the immediate food crisis for orphans and families.

From the start, Uganda Project established clear objectives:

• Increase the local supply of high-quality fish and vegetables
• Provide sustainable profitability for small-scale farmers
• Safeguard the ecological integrity of the land
• Support social and economic development in Uganda

WANT TO HELP?

Since we are funding Uganda Project with our commission checks, the best way you can help is to choose TeamTroy for all your real estate needs. Secondly, you can pass the word and encourage your friends and family in the Seattle area to choose TeamTroy as well. (Please share, re-post or re-twitter this article as well.) Furthermore, if you would like to get involved even further, you can make a tax deductible donation here now. (Be sure to specify Uganda Project.)