In real estate, it’s easy to live inside a spreadsheet—running comps, tweaking DSCR, nudging timelines, refreshing rate sheets. This week, let’s do something radical: put the hammer down, close the laptop, and enjoy the people who make the whole grind worth it.

What we’re grateful for

• Family & friends who remind us there’s more to life than the next closing.

• Clients & agents who trust us with their goals and let us be part of the story.

• Contractors, appraisers, title, insurance—the quiet pros who keep deals moving.

• Second chances—on deals, on plans, on ourselves.

• The work itself—because building homes and portfolios also builds communities.

Permission to unplug

• Turn off notifications. The market will be there on Monday.

• Share a long meal. Ask one extra question. Listen one extra minute.

• Take a walk. Fresh air makes better decisions than a third cup of coffee.

• Write a quick thank-you. A 2-line text to someone who helped you this year goes a long way.

A simple reflection (for when you do open the notebook)

• What went right this year?

• What would you do again?

• What will you gracefully let go?

From our team to yours: thank you for the conversations, the collaboration, and the trust. We’re proud to support the builders, renovators, and owners who turn plans into places.

Enjoy the holiday, with plenty of pie and zero guilt about unanswered emails. When you’re ready to dive back in, we’ll be here—rested, grateful, and ready to help. 🍂

— The LoanFunders.com team