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00:00:47 Congratulations, you are officially the owner of your very own condo.
00:00:51 >> I can't believe this is happening.
00:00:53 >> You wanted to be a homeowner by 35, so that's what we had to do.
00:00:56 >> Thank you, Eva, really.
00:00:58 All I did was point you to the right home.
00:00:59 Give yourself some credit.
00:01:00 Plus, this is a really busy time of year for you.
00:01:03 It must take a lot of work organizing the Christmas fair.
00:01:06 >> It's a labor of love.
00:01:07 Speaking of which, will I see you there?
00:01:09 >> Absolutely, I wouldn't miss it.
00:01:11 I'll bring my niece.
00:01:12 >> I hope so.
00:01:13 Merry Christmas.
00:01:13 >> Merry Christmas, Yolanda.
00:01:15 >> You forgetting one thing?
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00:01:21 And sold.
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00:01:27 Congratulations.
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00:01:31 >> Just closed on another condo?
00:01:34 >> You tell me.
00:01:35 >> Ooh.
00:01:36 >> [LAUGH]
00:01:38 >> Another sale.
00:01:39 >> That's right, condo on Maple.
00:01:42 >> Eva's on a roll.
00:01:43 She's rented 33 apartments and sold 16 condos this year.
00:01:46 >> Wow, that's impressive.
00:01:48 >> I know I'm not in the big leagues with you selling houses in the West End.
00:01:51 Well, I mean, not yet.
00:01:53 >> Keep it up and one day you might get this.
00:01:56 >> Real turf of the year?
00:01:57 Don't worry, I've got space in my coffee bar for when I win it this year.
00:02:00 >> Bring it on.
00:02:01 Also, I just sold this.
00:02:03 >> Is this the four bedroom, three bath on Walgrove?
00:02:08 >> We got a great price.
00:02:10 Hey, Mitch.
00:02:11 >> Mitch.
00:02:12 >> Finally buy a home?
00:02:13 >> No, no, colonial's not my style.
00:02:15 As for these, I don't like that this one has a detached garage.
00:02:20 Don't like that this one is gothic, and
00:02:22 I don't like the shutters on this one, they're too bland.
00:02:25 >> Well, shutters can be replaced.
00:02:27 >> If I'm finally gonna buy a house, I don't wanna have to fix or
00:02:29 replace or change anything.
00:02:30 >> You know, Jeff, if Mitch is too much for you to handle, I am happy to take him on.
00:02:35 >> I've got everything under control, but thank you.
00:02:36 We'll find you the perfect place.
00:02:39 Doesn't matter how long it takes.
00:02:40 >> Yeah, well, don't take too long.
00:02:41 I'm not getting any younger.
00:02:43 Thank you.
00:02:44 >> Okay.
00:02:44 >> I've got an inspection to do on Douglas, so I'll see you all later.
00:02:47 >> Good luck.
00:02:48 >> Bye.
00:02:48 >> If Mitch was my client, he'd be two years into his mortgage by now.
00:02:52 >> Hey, Carrie, who's got the most commission between Eva and
00:02:58 me so far this year?
00:03:00 >> That would be Jeff.
00:03:04 Buy a hair.
00:03:05 >> Okay.
00:03:08 Well, I'm gonna go celebrate my closing by writing some more Christmas cards for
00:03:11 my former clients.
00:03:13 >> Well, I'm gonna celebrate my closing by researching the latest listings.
00:03:15 >> And I'll be here, reading about the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act.
00:03:22 >> I'll get you a cookie from Sammy's, guaranteed to help you study, promise.
00:03:29 Gotta see my niece, but I'll see you later.
00:03:30 >> Have fun.
00:03:31 >> Thank you.
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00:03:41 >> Hello.
00:03:45 >> Hey, Aniva.
00:03:47 Sorry, it was knee deep in biology homework.
00:03:49 You talked to your parents today?
00:03:51 >> Yeah, they miss me, but they're happy I'm getting such a good education.
00:03:55 >> And that you have a super cool aunt that you get to stay with, right?
00:03:58 >> Definitely.
00:03:59 Triple shot, oat milk, peppermint latte.
00:04:02 >> Thank you, Sammy.
00:04:03 >> So, do you got any plans for the weekend?
00:04:07 >> Yeah, work, work, and a little more work.
00:04:10 >> You know what?
00:04:12 I was gonna save this for Christmas, but maybe you should use this now.
00:04:15 >> Okay.
00:04:16 >> What is this?
00:04:20 >> It's an IT journal for your next book.
00:04:22 >> Look, I know you said that you're taking a break from writing or whatever, but
00:04:27 just because you have a novel sitting at a door doesn't mean you can't start on
00:04:30 something new.
00:04:31 >> Bonnie.
00:04:32 >> What?
00:04:33 Okay, I know it's none of my business, but you're writing so good.
00:04:37 Honestly, it's a crime you're not sharing it.
00:04:39 >> I love it.
00:04:40 Thank you so much.
00:04:41 It's great.
00:04:42 Things have just been really busy, so I think right now writing can wait.
00:04:47 But thank you.
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00:04:51 >> Shoot, I gotta go.
00:04:53 I don't wanna be late for my next class.
00:04:55 >> Okay.
00:04:56 >> Hey, go learn all the things.
00:04:58 >> Always.
00:04:59 >> Bye.
00:04:59 >> Bye.
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00:05:09 >> Special delivery.
00:05:11 >> Crossword.
00:05:12 >> And cookie.
00:05:13 >> Yes.
00:05:14 >> [LAUGH]
00:05:17 >> Edible Christmas house.
00:05:19 One, two, three, four, five, six, 11 letters.
00:05:22 >> Gingerbread.
00:05:24 >> Right? >> Of course.
00:05:24 >> Yeah.
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00:05:27 >> Hey, I know this girl from spin class.
00:05:30 Eleni McGinnis and Tyler Stack had their first kiss under mistletoe purchased at
00:05:35 Mountain Laurel Christmas Fair's Merry Mistletoe booth,
00:05:37 becoming the 13th couple to get married after sharing their first kiss this way.
00:05:41 Wow, we gotta get some of that mistletoe.
00:05:46 >> I've got other things to focus on.
00:05:47 >> I know.
00:05:48 Now that I'm single again, I'm gonna get me some of that mistletoe.
00:05:51 [LAUGH]
00:05:53 >> I'm not ruling anything out.
00:05:54 >> I heard you.
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00:05:58 >> Inaudible evening, silent night.
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00:06:06 Is that the bell?
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00:06:09 Hi.
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00:06:12 Hello.
00:06:13 >> Hello, we're here to see a realtor.
00:06:15 >> Of course, who would you like to see?
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00:06:18 All of them.
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00:06:23 >> It's really nice to meet you both.
00:06:25 I'm Eva.
00:06:26 >> Lovely to meet you as well.
00:06:27 I'm Kelly Greer and this is my husband Frank.
00:06:29 >> And how can I help you?
00:06:31 >> We wanna sell our house and we need to sell it fast.
00:06:34 >> You're in luck.
00:06:35 Selling houses quickly is my specialty.
00:06:37 So how quickly do you want to move on this?
00:06:40 >> Well, my brilliant wife has a sudden job opportunity at Stanford.
00:06:45 Now we found the perfect house that we wanna buy there.
00:06:47 >> But in order to purchase it, we need to sell our house here.
00:06:50 I mean, the bridge loan depends on it.
00:06:52 >> So we were hoping to have everything settled by Christmas.
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00:06:56 >> Well, that is fast.
00:06:57 >> But not impossible.
00:07:00 Sorry, I don't mean to interrupt.
00:07:02 I was just waiting to get a coffee.
00:07:04 Jeff Morgan.
00:07:06 >> Well, the more the merrier.
00:07:10 I mean, listen, we realize that this is not an ideal scenario.
00:07:14 So whatever advice you all can give us is appreciated.
00:07:18 >> Well, I'm,
00:07:21 well, I'm all ears.
00:07:26 >> Well, I was just telling the Greers about my track record when it comes to
00:07:30 selling houses quickly.
00:07:31 It's sort of my area of expertise.
00:07:34 >> Yeah, Eve is great.
00:07:35 She sold 16 condos this year.
00:07:37 Where's your condo, if you don't mind me asking?
00:07:41 >> We actually have a house.
00:07:42 It's on Walgrove.
00:07:45 >> You don't say.
00:07:46 >> Well, I just closed the house on Walgrove this morning, the Tillmans.
00:07:50 >> Oh, a wonderful family.
00:07:52 They live right across the street.
00:07:54 >> So that's why they were dancing in the driveway this morning.
00:07:57 You must have got them quite the deal.
00:07:59 >> Well, I don't like to talk in terms of deals.
00:08:02 Customer satisfaction's big for me, and I mean, it was a good deal.
00:08:06 [LAUGH]
00:08:08 >> Sounds like it.
00:08:10 How long was that house on the market for?
00:08:12 >> Time was no problem for the Tillmans.
00:08:14 They just wanted the best price, and that's what I got them.
00:08:17 The best price, that's what I get all my clients.
00:08:20 >> It would be nice to have someone who's sold in our neighborhood.
00:08:24 >> I'll admit I haven't broken into your neck of the woods yet, but
00:08:27 in addition to the 16 condos I've sold, I've also rented 33 apartments this year.
00:08:32 A house like yours would be a new opportunity for me, but
00:08:35 one that I am fully equipped to handle.
00:08:38 >> She's right.
00:08:39 If you're not worried about getting the absolute best price,
00:08:42 then Eva might be a great fit.
00:08:44 >> Well, I mean, we are a little concerned with the right price.
00:08:50 >> And Jeff can definitely get that for you, under normal circumstances, of course.
00:08:55 >> So have you sold anything this quickly before?
00:08:58 >> Well, not exactly, but last year I did sell the Preston mansion that was right
00:09:04 next to the train station.
00:09:05 Some people said that was unsellable, but well,
00:09:08 I managed to get a buyer to pay over asking.
00:09:11 And if I can sell that, I could definitely sell yours in two weeks.
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00:09:26 >> Look forward to hearing from you, whichever direction you end up choosing.
00:09:29 >> You must be pretty pleased with yourself.
00:09:33 >> Well, I don't know what you mean.
00:09:35 >> No, I didn't know you were that desperate to get realtor of the year again.
00:09:39 >> Eva, I'm hurt.
00:09:41 I didn't know you felt that way.
00:09:42 Well, as potential clients of Mountain Laurel Realty,
00:09:44 the grayer is entitled to work with whichever agent they feel.
00:09:48 I don't know, works best for them.
00:09:50 >> You know what?
00:09:51 Doesn't matter.
00:09:52 The grayers are obviously going to choose me.
00:09:55 And when I sell their house, the commission will put me in the lead.
00:09:58 And when they announce me as the winner of realtor of the year,
00:10:01 I'll be all the sweeter.
00:10:03 >> But y'all should know you're not the only two in the running.
00:10:05 I'm scheduling meetings with Kristen, Ravji, Lewis, and the Dream Team.
00:10:10 I hope the grayers don't want to work with the team.
00:10:12 One is not the loneliest number, it's the most productive.
00:10:15 >> Well, that we can both agree on.
00:10:17 I'm gonna get back to it.
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00:10:25 >> I want this listing so bad, Carrie.
00:10:28 A house in the West End, it would mean I'm finally on the right path.
00:10:33 >> The grayers would be lucky to have you too, you know?
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00:10:39 >> Okay, poinsettias, the story behind Christmas' most famous plant.
00:10:42 A brief history of flora and fauna.
00:10:45 And ecosystems of the North Pole.
00:10:47 Doing a research paper, Bonnie?
00:10:48 >> No, these are just for some light reading over Christmas break.
00:10:51 >> So you're a reader like your aunt, but are you a writer like her too?
00:10:55 >> No way, she's the creative one.
00:10:57 >> Of course.
00:10:58 >> Excuse me.
00:11:00 >> See you soon.
00:11:00 >> Bye. >> Bye.
00:11:01 >> Cheers.
00:11:02 >> So, did you scribble down any book ideas in your journal today?
00:11:07 >> I wish it were that simple.
00:11:09 >> I don't mean to pester you.
00:11:11 I'm just jealous.
00:11:11 If I could write as good as you, I would never stop.
00:11:14 >> I mean, your book belongs here.
00:11:17 Not in some dust collecting dust.
00:11:19 >> Which is crazy, by the way, going analog.
00:11:21 >> I've got it backed up on a laptop, don't worry.
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00:11:24 It's just nice actually feeling your book in your hands, you know?
00:11:29 [MUSIC]
00:11:32 >> Change of subject.
00:11:33 Can we get takeout on the way home?
00:11:35 >> We should always get takeout on the way home.
00:11:37 >> And we have another stop too.
00:11:39 >> Okay, let's go.
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00:11:50 >> Every year I add a new ornament to my tree, something special.
00:11:59 20 years from now, I wanna look at my tree and
00:12:02 remember that this was the first Christmas my brilliant, kind, and
00:12:07 somewhat nosy niece came to live with me.
00:12:11 So I want you to pick.
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00:12:16 >> It's perfect.
00:12:17 >> Very you.
00:12:18 >> Very you, okay.
00:12:19 >> It's gonna look so good.
00:12:21 [MUSIC]
00:12:27 >> And this is just the warm up.
00:12:29 I'll take you to the tree lighting at the Christmas fair.
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00:12:33 I want your first Christmas here to be magical.
00:12:37 >> It already is.
00:12:38 Let's go.
00:12:39 [MUSIC]
00:12:49 >> Make a wish, Anuva.
00:12:51 >> I wish for tickets to Science Con.
00:12:55 >> What's Science Con?
00:12:56 >> It's this amazing convention in New York where all the top scientists in
00:13:00 the field lead workshops, lectures.
00:13:02 I've always wanted to go, but it's pricey.
00:13:05 >> Okay, hint taken.
00:13:07 >> Okay, what do you wish for Aunt Eva?
00:13:10 >> Honestly, I just want the Walgreens lipstick.
00:13:13 >> No.
00:13:14 >> What?
00:13:14 I do. >> No, that is so boring.
00:13:17 I also wish for my Aunt Eva to find happiness outside of work.
00:13:20 >> You don't need to make your wish about me.
00:13:24 >> No, no, no, it's too late.
00:13:25 This is officially a Christmas wish, and
00:13:27 personally, I can't wait for it to come true.
00:13:29 >> [LAUGH]
00:13:30 >> Okay.
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00:13:39 >> Double cafe mocha.
00:13:40 >> Christmas party invitation.
00:13:42 >> I've never needed liquid chocolate more in my life.
00:13:47 I failed my practice test last night.
00:13:49 >> Hey, don't worry, I have failed so many of those.
00:13:52 We'll do better next time.
00:13:53 Also, study notes, as promised.
00:13:56 >> Have I told you lately that you're an amazing friend?
00:13:59 >> Who, me?
00:14:00 >> [LAUGH]
00:14:01 >> Before you head back,
00:14:02 you should know the greeters are here.
00:14:03 >> That is just the good news I was hoping for.
00:14:07 >> Just one thing, they wanna talk to both of you.
00:14:09 >> They're in Jeff's office.
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00:14:17 >> Okay, we want you to share the listing.
00:14:20 >> We were very impressed with both of you, but
00:14:24 more impressed with what pairing you up could mean.
00:14:26 >> We'd have your experience, Jeff.
00:14:28 >> And Ava's speed.
00:14:30 What do you say?
00:14:31 >> Well.
00:14:34 >> Yeah.
00:14:35 >> All right, take the afternoon, think about it, and let us know.
00:14:38 We would love to work with both of you.
00:14:41 >> Great. >> Okay.
00:14:41 >> Great, thank you.
00:14:42 >> Awesome.
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00:14:48 >> This is a lot.
00:14:50 I'm not sure having a partner is the best fit for me.
00:14:53 I'm used to working alone.
00:14:56 >> Boy, I'm not crazy about it either.
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00:15:00 That being said, I think it might be a shame just to let this slip away.
00:15:06 >> It's true, either neither of us get it or we try to make decisions together.
00:15:11 [MUSIC]
00:15:15 >> So crazy, it might just work.
00:15:18 >> Let's sell a house by Christmas.
00:15:21 [MUSIC]
00:15:31 >> Wow, it's beautiful.
00:15:32 [MUSIC]
00:15:35 >> Well, it should be easy.
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00:15:39 >> Thank you so much for coming.
00:15:41 >> We're so excited to be working with you both.
00:15:43 >> We're excited to be here.
00:15:45 >> Don't mind the mistletoe, we're just packing it up.
00:15:48 >> Would you like a tour?
00:15:49 >> We would love one, I would actually love to take notes as well if that's okay.
00:15:53 >> Could I tempt you with a homemade chocolate brownie on our way through?
00:15:57 >> You most certainly can.
00:15:58 >> Yeah.
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00:16:01 >> Thank you.
00:16:02 >> Help yourself.
00:16:03 >> Yeah, it looks beautiful.
00:16:04 >> Fresh out of the oven.
00:16:06 >> I'm volunteering at a bake sale, never a dull moment around here.
00:16:09 >> Shall we start with the garage?
00:16:12 >> Sure.
00:16:14 >> Great, right this way?
00:16:17 [MUSIC]
00:16:26 >> Yeah, it's, could use a bit of a tidy.
00:16:30 [MUSIC]
00:16:40 >> Sorry it's not more festive in here.
00:16:42 >> With the move catching us off guard we just weren't able to decorate as much as we usually do.
00:16:47 >> And we thought you'd probably want to stage it anyway, so why bother putting up Christmas decorations you might not like.
00:16:53 >> Besides, we, we don't really have the space right now.
00:16:58 >> About that, are the plants staying?
00:17:01 >> Oh no, no, no, no, no, no, we're just storing them here for now.
00:17:04 >> Okay.
00:17:05 >> We'll have them out of the house soon.
00:17:07 >> Now Kelly grows them and then they go out into the community.
00:17:11 >> Well we donate them to hospitals, senior centers, schools, and the rest we sell at the Christmas fair.
00:17:18 >> You operate the Mary Mistletoe booth.
00:17:21 >> That's us.
00:17:23 >> I just read about your booth in the newspaper.
00:17:25 I can't wait to tell my niece she loves plants.
00:17:28 I also heard that you two have a reputation.
00:17:32 >> Well, since we started the booth 20 years ago, 13 couples who've had their first kiss under our mistletoe have gotten engaged.
00:17:38 >> Wow.
00:17:41 >> Well, I suppose that we focus so much on bringing joy to other people's homes that we've sort of overlooked our own.
00:17:48 >> Jeff and I are happy to take that on.
00:17:51 If that's all right with you, we can get more decorations and make your home as festive as possible for the open house.
00:17:57 >> That sounds great.
00:17:59 >> Great.
00:18:00 >> Bring on the tinsel.
00:18:02 >> Agreed.
00:18:03 >> Why don't we kick things off with a little cider?
00:18:05 I got a whole jug in the fridge.
00:18:07 >> I'm glad we're all on the same page.
00:18:09 >> I'll get some more brownies.
00:18:16 >> Well, all I'm saying is it would have been nice to discuss the strategy before implementing it.
00:18:20 >> I just assumed you would agree with me.
00:18:22 >> Well, of course I do, but that's not the point.
00:18:24 I mean, we're a team, right?
00:18:25 I mean, if this is actually going to work, we need to work together, not just next to each other.
00:18:32 >> Okay.
00:18:33 I'm sorry.
00:18:34 I am new to this.
00:18:35 Let's just say that from now on we discuss everything before making any decisions.
00:18:40 I think they might like these.
00:18:43 I love that Kelly grows her own mistletoe.
00:18:46 I know nothing about gardening.
00:18:48 >> Yeah, she's a pro.
00:18:50 Pretty famous botanist, apparently.
00:18:53 >> How would you know that?
00:18:54 >> I'm a very research-oriented guy.
00:18:56 Maybe that's why I've won Realtor of the Year so many times in a row.
00:19:01 >> Yeah, and probably why your house is taking so long to sell.
00:19:04 >> Well, what can I say?
00:19:06 Perfection is worth waiting for.
00:19:11 Well, what about this for the cushion?
00:19:22 >> The couch.
00:19:24 >> Okay.
00:19:27 Well, this for the armchair.
00:19:35 >> For the armchair.
00:19:36 >> I can see this whole discussing every option is just really working in my favor.
00:19:41 >> Okay.
00:19:43 Make me a case for the blanket.
00:19:46 >> Well, okay.
00:19:52 It's fun.
00:19:54 It compliments the style of the house but adds a little bit of character.
00:19:58 It's the tiny things like this that really help a buyer just truly picture this as their own home.
00:20:04 Goes a long way.
00:20:07 >> Okay, sure.
00:20:09 But while you're focusing on one buyer, I'm focusing on as many as possible.
00:20:14 I don't want just anyone to picture this place as their home.
00:20:18 I want everyone to.
00:20:21 Which means, sadly, that character is a liability.
00:20:27 >> Well, that's a bleak outlook.
00:20:29 >> It's a numbers game.
00:20:31 >> Well, fair enough.
00:20:33 But I know the neighborhood and I know the type of people that typically buy there.
00:20:37 I just think a strategy that also takes us into consideration will benefit us.
00:20:42 >> It -- they kind of look nice together.
00:20:47 >> How difficult was that to admit?
00:20:49 >> I'm going to lose sleep over it.
00:20:51 >> Yeah.
00:20:55 >> Okay, well, the indoor decor is taken care of.
00:20:57 Next up, outdoor.
00:20:59 >> Yeah, sounds good.
00:21:00 Just these, please.
00:21:01 >> I figured I'll handle the marketing, outreach, getting people to the open house.
00:21:06 >> Yeah, that works.
00:21:10 >> Scratch that.
00:21:11 I totally forgot.
00:21:12 I've got a parent-teacher conference in like an hour.
00:21:15 >> Oh, I had no idea you had kids.
00:21:19 >> Well, I don't.
00:21:20 My niece is staying with me.
00:21:22 She got a scholarship to Fernwood Science Academy.
00:21:25 She transferred at the beginning of the school year.
00:21:28 >> Well, why don't you go to the school and I'll finish up here?
00:21:32 >> Are you sure?
00:21:34 >> Yeah, of course.
00:21:36 Can't be every once.
00:21:38 I mean, there's got to be some upside to this partnership, right?
00:21:42 >> Right.
00:21:44 >> Okay.
00:21:46 Okay.
00:21:47 Thank you.
00:21:49 >> Of course.
00:21:50 Get out of here.
00:21:51 >> Okay, thanks.
00:21:58 >> Hey, Benjamin.
00:22:00 >> Eva.
00:22:02 What can I get you today?
00:22:03 >> I'm actually picking up some wreaths.
00:22:05 They should be under Jeff Morgan.
00:22:07 He placed the order yesterday.
00:22:09 Hey, this is one of my clients.
00:22:11 >> Dr. Greer?
00:22:12 >> Yeah.
00:22:13 Known her for years.
00:22:15 Been growing mistletoe on the trees in my back lot for two decades now.
00:22:19 >> She does classes here?
00:22:21 >> Once a month.
00:22:22 When she's not off doing botany research, she teaches accessible gardening crafts here.
00:22:27 >> Wow.
00:22:28 >> I'll be sad to see her go.
00:22:31 Sorry, didn't mean to ramble.
00:22:33 >> Not at all.
00:22:34 >> You're here for some wreaths?
00:22:35 >> Yes.
00:22:36 >> Jeff Morgan.
00:22:39 Here we go.
00:22:41 A dozen Christmas wreaths all bought and paid for.
00:22:45 You're all set.
00:22:47 Is the box big enough for you?
00:22:49 >> Yes.
00:22:51 >> You want some help out to the car?
00:22:53 >> I'm okay, Benjamin, but thank you so much.
00:22:55 >> You're welcome.
00:22:56 >> Merry Christmas.
00:22:57 >> Merry Christmas.
00:22:59 [ Music ]
00:23:19 >> Good morning.
00:23:20 >> Oh.
00:23:21 You did this chipper outside the office, too?
00:23:24 >> Magic of coffee.
00:23:26 I got you one, by the way.
00:23:28 You are a Christmas angel.
00:23:32 >> Ready to Christmas this place up?
00:23:35 >> I thought you would never ask.
00:23:37 >> All right.
00:23:38 Let's get to work.
00:23:40 [ Music ]
00:23:50 >> Spill it.
00:23:51 >> Well, this can go here.
00:23:54 [ Music ]
00:24:17 >> No.
00:24:18 No.
00:24:19 Hold on.
00:24:20 Hold on.
00:24:21 I got here first.
00:24:22 >> Just give it a moment.
00:24:27 >> Ready for the final touch?
00:24:29 >> Ha.
00:24:32 >> Huh.
00:24:34 Nice work.
00:24:36 >> You, too.
00:24:42 >> All right.
00:24:52 >> Hey.
00:24:54 >> Oh.
00:24:55 Yeah.
00:24:56 There it is.
00:24:57 Yeah.
00:24:58 >> Okay.
00:24:59 So you -- well, to be honest, I don't really know what I'm
00:25:03 looking at here.
00:25:05 You know, every time my power goes out, I'm like, oh, my
00:25:09 goodness, what am I looking at here?
00:25:12 Every time my power goes out, I just call Mitch.
00:25:15 Having a contractor as a friend, you know, take advantage of it.
00:25:19 It's a bonus.
00:25:20 >> Right.
00:25:21 Until you have to fix something on your own.
00:25:23 You know, you're not always going to have someone to help
00:25:26 you.
00:25:27 So --
00:25:28 >> You do plumbing, too?
00:25:31 >> A little.
00:25:32 >> Impressive.
00:25:33 >> Thanks.
00:25:37 >> I feel like we're missing something in the living room.
00:25:40 I feel like we should honor the Greers and put their mistletoe
00:25:43 front and center.
00:25:44 What do you think?
00:25:45 >> Yeah.
00:25:46 That's great.
00:25:47 Let's grab the ladder.
00:25:49 >> Cool.
00:26:01 >> It looks beautiful.
00:26:02 >> I will say it does add a lot of character.
00:26:06 >> You in the mood for some more cider?
00:26:08 >> The Greers said to have as much as we want.
00:26:10 I think we should make it commissioned.
00:26:12 >> Yeah.
00:26:13 I'll go heat it up.
00:26:21 >> You ever partnered with someone before?
00:26:23 >> A few times.
00:26:24 Never really worked out.
00:26:26 Didn't really see eye to eye most of the time.
00:26:28 >> You ever wanted to try the magic mistletoe?
00:26:31 >> You think I would leave something as big as marriage up
00:26:34 to chance?
00:26:35 >> What about you?
00:26:37 >> It does seem like an efficient way to meet someone.
00:26:41 But no.
00:26:44 I'm too busy selling condos to make any time for all of that.
00:26:49 >> What about before real estate?
00:26:51 I mean, you've only been doing it a couple of years and no time
00:26:54 for romance even back then.
00:26:56 >> Oh, that was even worse.
00:26:58 I didn't have a spare minute in the day.
00:27:00 I was living in New York, splitting my time between writing
00:27:03 ad copy and working on my book.
00:27:05 >> What, you wrote a book?
00:27:07 That's amazing.
00:27:08 >> It's just sitting unpublished in a drawer in my kitchen.
00:27:12 >> What's it about?
00:27:13 >> It's a mystery.
00:27:15 Set at Christmas.
00:27:17 It's called "Probable Claws."
00:27:23 >> Oh, that's amazing.
00:27:25 Why would you be embarrassed about that?
00:27:27 >> Because I've spent years writing a 400-page book about
00:27:31 a man who's been a serial killer.
00:27:33 Spent years writing a 400-page manuscript and mapping out a
00:27:37 five-book series only to be rejected by every publisher I
00:27:41 sent it to.
00:27:42 I didn't have a life for years.
00:27:46 I've got nothing to show for it.
00:27:49 >> Besides a finished book?
00:27:54 >> I guess that's something.
00:28:00 >> I'm sure she'll let me write again.
00:28:02 She won't let it go.
00:28:04 She bought me...
00:28:08 This journal to write ideas down.
00:28:12 >> I know it's none of my business, but I think she's
00:28:16 right.
00:28:19 I'll make you a deal.
00:28:21 You start writing ideas down on that that have nothing to do
00:28:23 with work.
00:28:25 >> I'll...
00:28:28 I'll think about trying the mistletoe at the Christmas
00:28:30 Fair.
00:28:32 >> I'll think about it.
00:28:37 Is there anyone you would want to buy the mistletoe for?
00:28:45 >> Uh...
00:28:48 No.
00:28:50 I haven't had that much luck in that department.
00:28:54 I haven't seriously tried dating for a few years.
00:28:59 >> Keeping yourself busy, too, huh?
00:29:02 >> Let's just say my heart's sitting in a drawer and leave it
00:29:05 at that.
00:29:08 >> I get it.
00:29:10 >> I'm going to get a refold.
00:29:12 Do you want one?
00:29:14 >> No, I'm okay.
00:29:15 >> Okay.
00:29:16 ♪ ♪
00:29:26 ♪ ♪
00:29:53 >> Okay.
00:29:55 ♪ ♪
00:30:03 >> What?
00:30:14 >> Hey, what you doing?
00:30:16 >> Just... work.
00:30:19 >> Do you feel like gingerbread cookies and a Christmas movie?
00:30:23 Because I do.
00:30:24 >> Um, yes.
00:30:25 That sounds like the perfect study break.
00:30:27 >> All right.
00:30:29 ♪ ♪
00:30:46 >> Triple shot, peppermint, oat milk latte.
00:30:50 I don't know, Sammy said you'd like that.
00:30:53 >> She's right.
00:30:54 Thanks.
00:30:58 I didn't know you could draw.
00:31:00 >> Yes, a hobby of mine.
00:31:02 When I got into real estate, I started to sketch houses during
00:31:05 those long open homes, and, well, I got the idea I could gift it
00:31:08 to clients after their house sold.
00:31:11 >> That's incredible.
00:31:13 >> It's not that difficult.
00:31:15 I can show you sometime.
00:31:17 Actually, can you go stand next to that sign?
00:31:22 >> Okay.
00:31:24 ♪ ♪
00:31:30 Is here okay?
00:31:32 >> It's perfect.
00:31:34 ♪ ♪
00:31:43 >> How long do I have to stand here for?
00:31:45 >> Yeah, I'm almost done.
00:31:47 ♪ ♪
00:31:56 >> Hey.
00:31:57 >> Whoa, aren't you going to show me your work of art?
00:32:00 >> Well, it's hardly a work of art.
00:32:02 It's just a doodle.
00:32:04 >> Are you self-conscious?
00:32:05 >> It's very funny.
00:32:07 >> Just a feeling.
00:32:08 I didn't think you were capable of.
00:32:10 What?
00:32:11 >> Hey, Mitch, how we doing?
00:32:12 >> Hey.
00:32:13 >> Not too bad.
00:32:14 Hi.
00:32:15 Don't make houses like this anymore.
00:32:16 >> It could be yours for the right price.
00:32:18 >> Uh, no, thanks.
00:32:19 A house like this would be nothing but work.
00:32:21 Shoveling in the winter, mowing in the summer.
00:32:24 Not quite the hassle-free home I'm looking for.
00:32:26 >> Right, but what if the right house comes along,
00:32:28 you think too long on it, and then it's off the market?
00:32:31 >> Okay, I'm going to get out of here before you start
00:32:33 quoting me mortgage rates.
00:32:35 See you later.
00:32:36 >> Bye, Mitch.
00:32:37 >> See ya.
00:32:38 ♪ ♪
00:32:41 >> Shall we?
00:32:43 >> Sure.
00:32:44 ♪ ♪
00:32:50 >> Well, we're all done.
00:32:51 The open house is ready to go for Sunday.
00:32:53 >> Wow, thank you both.
00:32:55 Looks like it's time for a well-deserved break.
00:32:57 >> Why don't you check out some of the festivities
00:32:59 at the Christmas fair?
00:33:00 >> Oh, I would love to, it's just I've got a little bit
00:33:02 of work to do.
00:33:03 >> Work?
00:33:04 I thought you said you were finished.
00:33:06 >> You've both done such a great job.
00:33:08 Let's take a break.
00:33:09 Live a little.
00:33:10 >> Also, they have the best peppermint hot chocolate
00:33:13 at the fair.
00:33:14 >> Sold.
00:33:16 You know, it might be nice to unwind after a long day's work.
00:33:19 >> I guess we have no choice.
00:33:21 ♪ ♪
00:33:24 Okay, great.
00:33:26 ♪ ♪
00:33:45 >> Hey.
00:33:46 >> Hey.
00:33:47 >> I wasn't sure if your text was a joke or not.
00:33:49 >> Yeah, well, I figured a little Christmas spirit
00:33:51 didn't hurt anyone.
00:33:53 >> Uh, Bonnie, this is Jeff, my partner at Walgrove,
00:33:56 and Jeff, this is my niece, Bonnie.
00:33:58 >> Hey.
00:33:59 >> Hi, nice to meet you.
00:34:00 >> Yeah.
00:34:01 >> So, you must have wished for the listing, too.
00:34:04 >> Uh...
00:34:05 >> My aunt Eva, she made a wish that she'd get the 1838 listing.
00:34:09 >> Ah.
00:34:10 Did she now?
00:34:12 >> I don't remember doing that, actually.
00:34:15 No, I don't.
00:34:17 >> So, what did you wish for?
00:34:19 >> Tickets to Science Con.
00:34:21 >> Oh, that's cool.
00:34:22 I know the headline of this year.
00:34:23 >> Wait, you know Stephen Butler?
00:34:25 >> Yeah.
00:34:26 >> Who's Stephen Butler?
00:34:27 >> Oh, he's this famous paleontologist
00:34:29 that graduated from my high school.
00:34:30 >> How do you know him?
00:34:31 >> Well, his parents' property was the first place I ever sold.
00:34:35 I mean, he was still a teenager.
00:34:36 >> Okay, Aunt Eva, this is especially the coolest man in town.
00:34:39 >> Yeah, that's true.
00:34:41 And the funniest and the most handsome.
00:34:43 Speaking of which...
00:34:44 >> Really?
00:34:45 >> Who's in the mood for the festive photo booth?
00:34:48 >> Oh, count me in.
00:34:50 >> Yeah, you guys go. I'll watch.
00:34:52 >> Uh...
00:34:53 >> What?
00:34:54 >> Where's your Christmas spirit?
00:34:57 >> My Christmas spirit is not very photogenic.
00:35:00 >> Oh.
00:35:01 >> You're not supposed to be photogenic.
00:35:02 That's the whole point.
00:35:04 >> Well, I'm pretty sure I saw some former clients of mine,
00:35:06 so I think I'm going to go say hi to them,
00:35:08 and I will see you both in a few minutes.
00:35:10 >> Whoa, okay.
00:35:11 You're not getting off that easy.
00:35:12 Okay?
00:35:13 We're not here to meet clients or network.
00:35:14 We are here to have fun.
00:35:17 So...you just have to trust me.
00:35:20 >> But, come on.
00:35:21 >> All right, we're doing this.
00:35:24 >> Come on.
00:35:25 >> Okay.
00:35:26 >> Are you ready? We're going to get photos.
00:35:27 >> Okay.
00:35:28 >> That's what we do.
00:35:29 That's what we do on Christmas.
00:35:30 Okay.
00:35:31 >> Perfect.
00:35:32 >> Oh, you look so good.
00:35:34 >> Okay.
00:35:35 >> Thank you.
00:35:36 >> Yes.
00:35:37 Okay.
00:35:38 >> Okay.
00:35:39 >> Right?
00:35:40 >> I think we're good.
00:35:43 >> Okay.
00:35:53 >> Oh, oh, oh.
00:35:54 >> Holy George.
00:35:59 >> Yes, yes, yes, yes.
00:36:06 >> Hold on.
00:36:07 >> Smells like, like stuff.
00:36:08 >> Come on.
00:36:12 >> That's this.
00:36:19 >> Yeah.
00:36:22 Well, shall we get some peppermint hot chocolate?
00:36:25 >> We'd love to.
00:36:27 Dr. Gere did say it's the best.
00:36:33 >> On the house.
00:36:34 >> Thanks, Yolanda.
00:36:36 >> Saw your photo shoot out there.
00:36:37 You make a good team.
00:36:39 >> Enjoy.
00:36:40 >> Thank you.
00:36:42 >> We should bring mom and dad here when they come to town.
00:36:44 >> Yeah, they would love it.
00:36:46 My sister and brother-in-law are coming in on the 23rd for a few days.
00:36:50 >> If you don't have any plans, you're welcome to join us for Christmas.
00:36:54 >> I'm sure he has plans.
00:36:57 >> Yeah.
00:36:58 Well, my brother's going on a cruise with his kids, so Mitch and I are going to watch football and basketball all day.
00:37:04 >> That's no way to spend Christmas.
00:37:06 We have to have him over.
00:37:08 >> No, it's okay.
00:37:11 Maybe next time.
00:37:15 >> Now, this actually is kind of fun.
00:37:18 >> What?
00:37:20 >> Well, see?
00:37:21 Told you you could trust me.
00:37:24 So now do I get to read your novel?
00:37:29 >> What?
00:37:30 >> Eva, you should let him.
00:37:32 It's really good.
00:37:33 She has this whole series planned, and I'm dying to know what happens next if she would write them already.
00:37:38 >> Okay.
00:37:41 I will think about it.
00:37:47 It's getting very late.
00:37:49 I happen to know a 16-year-old with a very, very important test tomorrow.
00:37:56 So I think we should go if that's okay.
00:37:59 >> Yeah.
00:38:00 No, hey, it's fine.
00:38:02 >> Okay.
00:38:04 Can you send me the pictures?
00:38:05 >> Yeah, sure.
00:38:07 >> Okay.
00:38:08 Thanks.
00:38:11 All right.
00:38:15 Let's go.
00:38:16 >> Good night.
00:38:17 >> Good night.
00:38:18 Bye, Jeff.
00:38:19 [ Music ]
00:38:48 [ Music ]
00:39:08 >> Jeff drew that?
00:39:10 >> Yeah, he did.
00:39:12 >> Looks like he put a lot of love into it.
00:39:15 >> Stop.
00:39:18 [ Music ]
00:39:24 >> Okay, we've got keys for Deanwood Crescent, Bryn Drive, and Haywood Avenue.
00:39:31 >> Three home inspections in one morning.
00:39:33 Seems like you really own a role.
00:39:35 >> Can't complain.
00:39:36 >> Neither can I.
00:39:37 When business is good for you, it is good for me.
00:39:39 So what do you think?
00:39:40 Another Realtor of the Year award in your future?
00:39:43 >> I haven't really thought about it.
00:39:45 Just happy to be busy.
00:39:47 >> Mm-hmm.
00:39:48 And how are things on Walgrove?
00:39:50 >> Great.
00:39:51 Pretty confident it's going to sell.
00:39:52 >> You know, that's not what I meant.
00:39:54 >> Well, I don't know what you mean.
00:39:55 >> I think you do.
00:39:56 >> What do you mean?
00:39:57 >> Fine, I'll spell it out.
00:39:58 >> Okay.
00:39:59 >> How are things with Eva?
00:40:01 >> Well, it's -- well, it's good.
00:40:03 I mean, we're great business partners.
00:40:05 >> Business partners.
00:40:06 Even after the Christmas festival on Friday night?
00:40:09 You can deny it all you want.
00:40:10 >> That was a date, my friend.
00:40:13 So you have, um -- you have fun.
00:40:16 >> Well, it was -- it was fun.
00:40:20 >> It was fun.
00:40:22 Well, I'm happy for you.
00:40:24 I mean, you and Eva have been practically attached to the hip.
00:40:26 I haven't seen you spend this much time with a woman since -- since Laura, you know?
00:40:32 >> Oh, it's because we have to work together.
00:40:34 Let's not make this a big thing.
00:40:37 >> Message received, not a big thing.
00:40:40 Not a big thing.
00:40:41 But if it were a big thing, I just want you to know that I'm supportive, you know?
00:40:46 I mean, not all of us are lucky enough to have a woman like Eva just kind of fall into our lives like that.
00:40:52 >> Hey.
00:40:53 >> Hey.
00:40:54 >> Oh, Eva.
00:40:55 >> Hi, Mitch.
00:40:56 >> It's Eva.
00:40:57 >> I just saw your office light on.
00:40:59 I was grabbing some stuff on the way home.
00:41:02 Are you guys busy?
00:41:04 >> No.
00:41:05 I just came by to grab some keys for inspections tomorrow morning.
00:41:09 >> Oh.
00:41:14 >> Well, I should head home and get to bed.
00:41:17 Get some sleep, you know?
00:41:19 >> It's like 8 p.m.
00:41:20 >> Yes, yes, it is.
00:41:22 But, you know, early to bed, early to rise.
00:41:24 >> Oh.
00:41:25 >> So have a good night.
00:41:27 >> Okay.
00:41:28 Well, good night.
00:41:29 >> Thank you.
00:41:30 >> Mitch.
00:41:32 >> Night.
00:41:35 He's diligent.
00:41:38 >> Yeah, he's committed to his job.
00:41:43 >> Wow.
00:41:45 Not bad.
00:41:49 Well, is that another one of your client's houses?
00:41:53 >> Oh, no, it's actually the house I grew up in.
00:41:57 My family and I used to decorate it like that every Christmas.
00:42:01 Actually, that's the first picture I ever drew.
00:42:04 I drew it straight from memory.
00:42:10 >> What's up?
00:42:11 >> Right.
00:42:12 Well, I was thinking about the open house tomorrow.
00:42:15 And I'd love to do something special.
00:42:19 >> Well, like a more personal touch.
00:42:21 >> You know, when people walk in, it just feels like home.
00:42:25 >> What about like a hand-drawn welcome sign?
00:42:30 Like a homemade drawing of a house just next to the sign-in sheet.
00:42:34 >> Yeah, yeah, I think that's great.
00:42:36 Do you think you can do that?
00:42:38 >> Sure.
00:42:39 >> Great.
00:42:40 >> Well, I think we could do that.
00:42:46 >> You're funny.
00:42:47 I don't draw.
00:42:48 >> Nonsense.
00:42:49 I can show you how.
00:43:02 >> I told you you'd get the hang of it.
00:43:04 >> You did most of it.
00:43:07 I did do the letters, though.
00:43:09 >> Different strengths make a great team.
00:43:12 >> Yeah, I agree.
00:43:20 My sister and I used to do arts and crafts for her first day of Christmas break when we were kids.
00:43:24 >> Where does she live?
00:43:26 >> She's in Seattle.
00:43:28 >> Oh, is that where you grew up?
00:43:31 >> Yeah.
00:43:32 But I wanted to move to New York and become the next Agatha Christie.
00:43:35 >> I love Agatha Christie.
00:43:37 >> I bet I'd love your book, too.
00:43:43 >> It's hard to share something that has been rejected so many times.
00:43:51 Just it's a lot of hard work for something that will never see the light of day.
00:43:59 >> Well, you know, I don't sell my drawings, but I still think it's worthwhile doing them.
00:44:07 It's the process that's fulfilling enough.
00:44:10 >> So I should be writing even if nobody's reading?
00:44:14 >> Aren't you somebody?
00:44:18 Write for you.
00:44:20 And me.
00:44:21 I'll be your reader.
00:44:24 >> Thank you.
00:44:36 >> Well, thank you so much for coming.
00:44:39 Please, head through to the kitchen.
00:44:47 >> Thank you so much.
00:44:54 >> The land use controls and regulation section is still really tripping me up, but if I get to sell houses like this one day, it'll all be worth it.
00:45:02 >> Yeah, it will be.
00:45:05 >> So it seems to be going well with Jeff.
00:45:09 >> Oh, yeah.
00:45:12 Surprisingly.
00:45:14 I know at first he was a lot to deal with.
00:45:18 But I think I'm just warming up to him.
00:45:23 It's also nice to have a partner.
00:45:25 It's really exhausting doing everything on your own.
00:45:28 >> Probably doesn't hurt that he's also really attractive.
00:45:33 >> I knew it.
00:45:35 >> You like him.
00:45:36 >> I don't.
00:45:37 >> I don't like him.
00:45:40 >> I'm just not denying that he's attractive.
00:45:45 >> Okay, but how does he make you feel?
00:45:47 Seriously.
00:45:53 >> I don't know.
00:45:54 Just calm.
00:45:58 Like I can slow down and be myself.
00:46:04 >> It's like a sweet, fuzzy little blanket.
00:46:08 >> Hey, hey.
00:46:10 I'm the most crowded open house I've ever seen.
00:46:13 >> Yeah.
00:46:14 >> I'm getting some traction with that couple over there.
00:46:16 I want to get your take on it.
00:46:18 What do you think?
00:46:19 Tag team?
00:46:20 >> Yeah.
00:46:21 >> Okay.
00:46:24 >> Okay.
00:46:27 >> This is great.
00:46:28 >> This is amazing.
00:46:29 >> Oh.
00:46:35 >> It's a fantastic offer from a nice couple.
00:46:38 And they're motivated to close quickly.
00:46:40 >> We gave you quite the challenge and it looks like you pulled it off.
00:46:44 >> Well done.
00:46:45 >> It was a team effort.
00:46:49 So are you ready to move forward?
00:46:50 >> If you both think that this is the right move, then we trust you.
00:46:58 Is everything all right, Jeff?
00:47:00 >> Yeah.
00:47:01 >> Well, no.
00:47:05 I don't think you should accept this offer.
00:47:07 >> You don't?
00:47:09 >> I think there's a better one out there.
00:47:11 And if we wait, it will arrive before Christmas.
00:47:15 Honestly, I think you should reject this one.
00:47:18 >> Oh.
00:47:28 >> Okay, you guys.
00:47:29 >> Think about it.
00:47:30 >> Thank you.
00:47:31 >> Appreciate your honesty.
00:47:32 >> We have a lot to discuss.
00:47:36 >> I wish you had talked about it with me before just blurting that out in front of our clients.
00:47:40 I thought we agreed this was a good deal.
00:47:42 >> I know, and I'm sorry, but after sleeping on it, I just didn't want them to accept an offer they would regret.
00:47:49 It's good, but I think there's a better one.
00:47:51 We just have to wait.
00:47:53 Trust me.
00:47:55 >> I appreciate that you have more experience than me, but the Greer's brought me in on this because I move fast.
00:48:01 We're supposed to be equal partners here, and I guess you just don't see me that way.
00:48:06 Carrie, can you please let the leasing office know that I'll be in Palmer States as soon as possible?
00:48:11 >> Yeah, sure.
00:48:12 >> Great, thank you.
00:48:14 Sounds consoled out.
00:48:16 This day just keeps getting better.
00:48:23 >> Did I screw up?
00:48:25 >> This might be bad timing, but secret sent.
00:48:33 It's great working with you two.
00:48:37 Merry Christmas.
00:48:39 Okay, bye.
00:48:43 >> Triple shot, peppermint, oat milk latte.
00:48:48 Is it okay if we talk for a minute?
00:48:53 >> Sure.
00:48:54 >> Still upset with me?
00:48:56 >> This helps.
00:48:59 >> Well, does this help, too?
00:49:05 >> ScienceCon?
00:49:07 These are sold out.
00:49:09 >> Well, I told you, the headliner and I go way back.
00:49:13 They came in last night.
00:49:16 It's really nice of you.
00:49:18 >> I'm happy to help.
00:49:22 Hey, I'm really sorry about yesterday.
00:49:25 I should have discussed it with you first.
00:49:28 The reason I reacted -- can I sit?
00:49:30 >> Yeah, of course.
00:49:34 >> You remember when you asked if I had taken a girl to the Greer's mistletoe booth when I was growing up?
00:49:43 >> Well, five years ago, the girl I was seeing, Laura, I --
00:49:53 well, we had only been together a year, and I was crazy about her.
00:50:03 And I had heard about the mistletoe, and I bought some and hung it up, and we kissed under it.
00:50:16 Later that night, I proposed.
00:50:22 >> Oh, no.
00:50:23 >> Yeah.
00:50:24 She -- she did not feel the same way, it turns out.
00:50:32 After she left, I decided I was never going to put myself out there unless it was a sure thing.
00:50:41 I think some of that hesitation spilled into my work at some point, and that's -- that's why I'm sorry.
00:50:51 I -- that colored my decision, and I just -- well, instead of talking to you about it, I just blew the whole thing up.
00:51:02 >> It's okay.
00:51:05 I appreciate you telling me.
00:51:08 >> Well, you deserve an explanation.
00:51:10 I just -- you're really great at this, and I -- well, we're a team.
00:51:16 I think we can find a happy middle ground for the house.
00:51:21 >> Yeah, we need to canvas a little, find some potential buyers.
00:51:25 And I think I might have the perfect place.
00:51:30 At the open house, there was this paint and plant thing that we could go to.
00:51:35 I know as a bonus, it might be fun to spend the evening together.
00:51:42 What do you say?
00:51:46 >> I say I'll meet you there.
00:51:50 [ Music ]
00:52:13 >> Hey.
00:52:14 >> Hey.
00:52:16 >> You look nice.
00:52:18 >> Thanks, you too.
00:52:20 >> Let me get you a jacket.
00:52:22 >> Oh, sure.
00:52:25 Thanks.
00:52:28 >> You've got to wear one of these.
00:52:30 >> Oh, I have to.
00:52:32 >> Yeah.
00:52:33 >> Are you going to wear one?
00:52:34 >> Sure am.
00:52:35 >> Okay.
00:52:36 >> I'll get that for you.
00:52:38 >> Thanks.
00:52:43 >> Welcome, everyone, to our December paint and plant.
00:52:48 Tonight we will be focused on the North Pole, home to Santa Claus.
00:52:54 And to over 1,000 plant species.
00:52:59 >> Okay.
00:53:00 >> Okay, Mr. Artist, teach me your ways.
00:53:03 >> So I want one of these.
00:53:06 >> That's the one I want?
00:53:07 >> Mm-hmm.
00:53:08 >> Small.
00:53:09 >> That's perfect.
00:53:10 >> Whoa.
00:53:11 >> What are you going to be painting?
00:53:12 >> I'm going to be painting a little bit of the North Pole.
00:53:14 >> Okay.
00:53:15 >> I'm telling.
00:53:16 >> Here we go.
00:53:17 >> Watch me do it.
00:53:18 >> Okay.
00:53:19 >> Yeah.
00:53:21 >> Don't watch me do it.
00:53:23 >> Okay.
00:53:25 >> Thank you both for coming.
00:53:27 >> Oh, absolutely.
00:53:29 >> These workshops are a little more Martha Stewart.
00:53:33 >> I'm going to paint a little bit of the North Pole.
00:53:36 >> Okay.
00:53:37 >> I'm going to paint a little bit of the North Pole.
00:53:39 >> Okay.
00:53:40 >> Martha Stewart, do you want to see where the real botany happens?
00:53:44 >> Yeah.
00:53:45 >> Yeah.
00:53:46 >> Sure.
00:53:47 [ Music ]
00:53:53 >> This is where I grow my mistletoe.
00:53:56 This year's batch is already packaged in ribbons and ready for sale for the last time at the Christmas fair.
00:54:03 I will really miss this tradition.
00:54:06 >> I'd really love to bring my niece here.
00:54:08 She liked the botany unit in her class just finished.
00:54:10 >> Oh, well, you should.
00:54:11 Benjamin's always looking for bright young minds to volunteer.
00:54:15 I should probably get back to the others, but please stay as long as you like.
00:54:19 >> Thank you, Dr. Grant.
00:54:21 >> Will I be seeing you at the Christmas fair tomorrow for the tree lighting ceremony?
00:54:25 >> I will be there.
00:54:28 >> Me too.
00:54:29 I can't let my partner go alone.
00:54:32 >> Wonderful.
00:54:34 I will see you then.
00:54:35 >> Okay.
00:54:36 >> Bye.
00:54:39 >> That was fun.
00:54:41 >> Yeah.
00:54:42 It was.
00:54:44 >> I don't know if you have plans later, but Bonnie and I are in the middle of a Christmas movie marathon.
00:54:52 If you'd want to join.
00:54:55 >> That's an invitation I can't say no to.
00:55:03 >> Hello.
00:55:04 >> Hi.
00:55:05 >> Let me get that for you.
00:55:07 >> Oh, thanks.
00:55:08 >> Wow.
00:55:09 The paint plant must have been a real hoot.
00:55:11 >> You would have loved it.
00:55:14 >> Yeah, it was a shame you couldn't come.
00:55:17 >> That's all right.
00:55:19 I do have a bunch of plans here anyway.
00:55:22 Although I am ready for a study break.
00:55:24 Are you staying for movie night?
00:55:26 >> Well, I was hoping if that's okay with you.
00:55:30 >> I love it.
00:55:32 >> Oh, one sec.
00:55:35 Happy early Christmas.
00:55:37 >> Thank you.
00:55:39 >> I'm going to put this here.
00:55:42 And Jeff, I actually -- I got you something, too.
00:55:48 I know you've been asking.
00:55:50 And we're probably not going to see each other on Christmas.
00:55:55 And I wanted to give you my book.
00:55:59 Now.
00:56:02 >> Oh, no, that's okay.
00:56:03 I can wait until after the holidays.
00:56:05 >> If I don't do it now, I'm never going to.
00:56:10 Oh, Bonnie, did you move my book?
00:56:12 >> Yeah, yeah.
00:56:14 I wanted to read it again since, you know, another one isn't --
00:56:18 >> I'm sorry.
00:56:19 I should have asked.
00:56:20 >> No, it's fine.
00:56:21 Just tell me next time before I have a heart attack.
00:56:28 >> Oh, why is there a receipt from mountain laurel printing copy?
00:56:31 Did you copy this?
00:56:33 >> No.
00:56:34 No, of course not.
00:56:36 >> Scan services 5980.
00:56:40 >> Okay.
00:56:41 I'm possibly did scan it.
00:56:45 >> What's going on?
00:56:47 >> Hey, look, don't take it out on Bonnie, okay?
00:56:51 I asked her to do it for me.
00:56:54 But it's not what you think.
00:56:56 >> What I think is you asked my niece to scan a copy of my book so she could secretly e-mail you a copy?
00:57:04 >> Well, yeah.
00:57:06 Technically that's true.
00:57:08 But there's more to it.
00:57:10 >> I don't really want to hear anything more.
00:57:14 You know how I feel about this.
00:57:17 And that might be silly to you, but sharing this is a really big deal to me.
00:57:22 I'm not -- I'm not really in the mood for a Christmas movie, so maybe you should -- maybe you should just leave.
00:57:40 >> Marco, are you here?
00:57:43 >> Yeah, just a second.
00:57:50 >> I didn't see you here.
00:57:52 >> I see you're busy.
00:57:54 I'll come back.
00:57:56 >> No, I -- hey, wait a sec.
00:57:59 Look, I know you're still upset with me.
00:58:02 And I can understand.
00:58:04 But I just want to apologize.
00:58:06 I know it was a violation of your trust.
00:58:08 And I'm sorry.
00:58:09 I really am.
00:58:11 >> Look, I just don't really have time for this right now.
00:58:17 I'm kind of busy finding a buyer for our listing before the Christmas fair tonight.
00:58:20 >> Yeah, I won't hold you up.
00:58:24 >> Thank you.
00:58:25 >> I just think you should know I -- I wasn't going to read your book.
00:58:30 I promise.
00:58:32 I wouldn't have read it without your permission.
00:58:36 You want to know why I asked Bonnie to send it to me?
00:58:40 I was working on your Christmas present.
00:58:43 Your secret Santa present.
00:58:45 Kind of why I was here.
00:58:48 I was doing a test run.
00:58:50 Why don't you go to the mystery section and just see if anything jumps out at you?
00:58:55 [ Music ]
00:59:10 >> How did you --
00:59:12 >> Well, Marco pulled an all-nighter and printed and binded and got it done in time.
00:59:20 Go ahead, pick it up.
00:59:22 [ Music ]
00:59:29 >> Did you do this?
00:59:31 >> Well, you know, that means I get a cut of the royalties.
00:59:35 >> Oh.
00:59:38 >> You know it's only self-published, but I thought you might like to feel what it's like to have your own book up on the shelf.
00:59:50 >> Jack, this is amazing.
00:59:52 Thank you so much.
00:59:55 >> I'm glad you like it.
00:59:57 I'll -- I'll leave you to it.
01:00:00 And I understand if you want some space at the Greer's as well.
01:00:08 >> Jeff.
01:00:13 I'll see you at the Christmas fair tonight.
01:00:19 >> I wouldn't miss it.
01:00:21 [ Music ]
01:00:35 >> No, it's seriously the most romantic thing that I've ever heard.
01:00:39 But I'm -- I'm sorry that it took a little secrecy on the part.
01:00:43 >> Hey, it's okay.
01:00:45 Your heart was in the right place.
01:00:47 >> I can't tell you how amazing it felt to see my book in a store.
01:00:52 Honestly, it -- it was magical.
01:00:58 >> Well, speaking of magical, I'm looking forward to this tree lighting.
01:01:01 >> Yeah.
01:01:02 >> Do you think Jeff's going to show up?
01:01:04 >> Well, he seemed up for it when I talked to him.
01:01:09 >> I don't know, you know.
01:01:11 First I killed the deal and then the whole book thing.
01:01:14 Honestly, I don't even know why she invited me.
01:01:17 >> Well, it sounds like she's forgiven you for the book thing.
01:01:19 And, hey, it's a public event.
01:01:21 It's not like she can ban you from attending.
01:01:23 >> Oh, yeah, great.
01:01:25 That -- you know, that makes it a lot easier.
01:01:27 >> I'm sorry.
01:01:28 Hey, you're here.
01:01:30 I have to admit, I'm a little surprised.
01:01:32 >> Yeah.
01:01:34 Has been five years.
01:01:36 >> No, Jeff, I'm not talking about the whole Laura fiasco, okay?
01:01:39 I'm talking about Eva.
01:01:40 Usually when things aren't perfect, you kind of have a tendency to cut and run.
01:01:43 That's all I'm saying.
01:01:45 >> It's strictly business, okay?
01:01:47 I have no delusion she's interested in me beyond that.
01:01:51 >> Okay.
01:01:52 So you are clueless when it comes to women.
01:01:54 >> Oh, yeah, great.
01:01:55 >> Diagnosed.
01:01:56 >> This thing is way bigger than I thought it was, so I brought extra forks.
01:01:59 What did I miss?
01:02:00 >> Nothing.
01:02:01 Just talking about how clueless Jeff is.
01:02:02 >> Oh, I love that topic.
01:02:04 >> This is great.
01:02:05 >> We're going to need more funnel cake.
01:02:09 >> Good evening, everyone.
01:02:11 By the power vested in me by the mountain laurel chamber of commerce, I'd like to
01:02:16 welcome you to the annual mountain laurel tree lighting ceremony.
01:02:22 [ Cheers and applause ]
01:02:27 Three, two, one.
01:02:30 [ Cheers and applause ]
01:02:45 >> I now declare this year's Christmas fair officially open!
01:03:03 >> Go say hi.
01:03:04 >> Yeah.
01:03:05 Look, I hereby release you from being my plus one for the rest of the night.
01:03:10 Go.
01:03:19 >> We had our first kiss under your mistletoe last Christmas, and Zach popped the question last night.
01:03:24 >> Oh, congratulations.
01:03:26 We are thrilled for you.
01:03:27 >> Oh, we wish you all the best.
01:03:29 Lucky number 14.
01:03:31 >> Thank you for your part in making this happen.
01:03:33 I'm so glad I benefited from your mistletoe before you left town.
01:03:37 >> Call me if you need any tips on wedding flowers.
01:03:40 >> I will.
01:03:41 >> Hey.
01:03:42 >> Oh, Eva.
01:03:43 Look.
01:03:44 >> Congratulations.
01:03:46 A homeowner and a fiancee all in one month.
01:03:50 Best Christmas ever.
01:03:52 >> It's amazing.
01:03:53 >> It's great.
01:03:54 >> I'll see you.
01:03:55 Dr. Greer, I would love to introduce you to my niece, Bonnie.
01:03:59 >> Hi, it's an honor to meet you.
01:04:01 >> Pleasure to meet you as well.
01:04:03 >> Bonnie's a junior at Burnwood science academy.
01:04:06 >> Oh, that's a wonderful school.
01:04:08 What's your favorite subject?
01:04:10 >> Well, it was marine biology, but I love the unit which is on plant biology, so now I'm not sure.
01:04:17 >> Well, I'm biased, but plant biology is a terrific field.
01:04:24 >> I will be right back.
01:04:27 Keep talking, please.
01:04:29 It's beautiful what you guys have.
01:04:31 >> Thank you.
01:04:34 >> Hey.
01:04:35 >> Hey.
01:04:36 >> How does it feel to be back?
01:04:38 >> Not as bad as I thought.
01:04:42 It's nice not being here alone.
01:04:47 >> It is.
01:04:49 I'm sorry.
01:04:51 >> Honey?
01:04:52 What's wrong?
01:04:54 >> Sorry.
01:04:55 I'm just so happy for you, Landa.
01:04:58 And I started to think about all the other couples we've helped and how much joy it fills me with.
01:05:06 Part of me is so relieved that we turned down the offer because now I am certain that I want to go.
01:05:14 >> What are you saying?
01:05:15 You don't want to sell the house?
01:05:18 >> I'm so sorry.
01:05:20 I know how much work you've all put in.
01:05:23 But this booth has been spreading Christmas cheer and bringing couples together for over two decades.
01:05:30 What about next year?
01:05:32 Whose hearts are we keeping apart if we move?
01:05:35 It just doesn't -- it doesn't feel right.
01:05:37 >> Hey, hey, hey.
01:05:39 Look, whatever you want to do, I support it.
01:05:42 >> It's just a big leap of faith.
01:05:45 What if it's not the right decision?
01:05:47 I love this tradition so much.
01:05:50 I just can't let it wilt and die.
01:05:56 >> Jeff, Eva, thank you for all your hard work.
01:05:59 But, um, looks like we're staying put.
01:06:10 >> Well, I guess that's it.
01:06:14 >> Well, if they don't want to sell, that's their right.
01:06:21 Pretty big decision.
01:06:23 Can't just rush into it.
01:06:29 >> Yeah, but I think she just got cold feet.
01:06:32 Clinging to what you know is much easier than starting a new chapter.
01:06:45 >> Spoken like a true writer.
01:06:49 But at least we'll get to go back and work by ourselves again, like we used to.
01:06:55 >> Yeah, that's true.
01:07:00 I know we had a couple bumps along the way, but I really did enjoy working with you.
01:07:09 >> Yeah.
01:07:11 It was nice having someone push me outside my comfort zone.
01:07:22 >> I just hope the Greers aren't giving up on a great opportunity just because they're afraid of moving forward.
01:07:30 >> Well, we could talk to them.
01:07:34 See if they feel like they've made the right decision.
01:07:37 I mean, at the end of the day, we've got to do what's best for the client.
01:07:42 >> If they did change their mind, do you think we could still find a new buyer in time?
01:07:47 >> I think if we tackle it together, anything's possible.
01:07:56 >> Thank you.
01:07:58 >> Thanks, Sammi.
01:07:59 >> You're welcome.
01:08:00 >> Do you think Jeff's going to be able to find a new buyer?
01:08:02 >> He has to.
01:08:04 Of course, none of it's going to matter if the Greers are seriously wanting to stay.
01:08:08 >> I mean, with Jeff tackling the buyer, maybe we'll have another chance to talk to the Greers.
01:08:12 I'm sure you guys will figure it out.
01:08:14 >> I hope so.
01:08:16 >> Jeff's been great.
01:08:18 >> Yeah.
01:08:19 You guys are a real power couple.
01:08:23 >> Excuse me.
01:08:25 >> I mean, you know what?
01:08:27 I get Dr. Greer's hesitation, though.
01:08:29 She spent years growing this, nurturing it.
01:08:31 It's hard to walk away from all the hard work.
01:08:35 >> What?
01:08:37 >> I have an idea.
01:08:39 Do you want to go on a little road trip?
01:08:42 >> Sure.
01:08:44 >> Come on.
01:08:52 >> Hey.
01:08:53 >> Hi.
01:08:54 >> Eva, honey, what are you doing here?
01:08:56 >> I actually wanted to talk to you about the house.
01:08:58 >> I know.
01:08:59 I made a real mess of things.
01:09:01 >> No, I completely understand it's a huge decision to make, and whatever you decide, I completely support you.
01:09:07 But I was thinking if the only thing that's making you feel hesitant is leaving your mistletoe behind, then I think I might have a proposition for you.
01:09:15 What if Bonnie takes over growing your mistletoe?
01:09:19 She's a certified genius.
01:09:21 She loves plants, as you know.
01:09:23 And I know you're looking for a senior project.
01:09:26 I think growing a forest full of mistletoe qualifies, don't you?
01:09:29 >> Yes, it would be awesome.
01:09:31 >> And the mistletoe will bloom.
01:09:34 And so will Christmas romance in Mountain World.
01:09:39 So what do you think?
01:09:40 >> You really up for this?
01:09:41 >> I really am.
01:09:45 >> I would need to check in with you virtually every month, and I would want to come back next year to sell it with you in the booth.
01:09:52 Deal?
01:09:53 >> Deal.
01:09:55 >> Well, grab a seat.
01:09:57 It's time for mistletoe 101.
01:10:00 >> Of course.
01:10:01 Go learn.
01:10:03 >> So now you have to find another buyer right away.
01:10:06 >> I don't know.
01:10:07 Working quickly is kind of Eva's thing.
01:10:09 >> Yeah, it is.
01:10:10 But, hey, thanks for the encouragement.
01:10:12 >> It's what I'm here for.
01:10:14 >> So you two are back on good terms.
01:10:16 >> Yeah, it seems so.
01:10:18 Had a pit in my stomach when I thought she was upset with me.
01:10:22 But there was something that Dr. Greer said last night that's been nagging at me.
01:10:27 Her hesitation to sell her house.
01:10:30 I mean, how does she know that's the right move?
01:10:33 >> So what, are you saying you don't like her anymore?
01:10:36 >> No, of course I like her.
01:10:37 She's amazing.
01:10:38 It's just I've had these feelings before, and I don't know how that worked out.
01:10:44 >> Yeah, yeah, it was a complete disaster, but that doesn't mean it's going to happen again.
01:10:49 What was it Eva said last week?
01:10:52 If you wait too long, the house of your dreams won't be on the market anymore.
01:10:57 >> What are you saying, Eva's the woman of my dreams?
01:11:00 >> I don't know, but wouldn't you like the chance to find out?
01:11:04 I mean, it might not be perfect, but perfect is boring.
01:11:08 Every relationship has its issues.
01:11:10 You can either avoid that for the rest of your life or tackle them head on and try to build something beautiful.
01:11:22 I know it's a lot, but if you were half as dedicated as your aunt, there would be no problem.
01:11:28 >> Well, your mistletoe is in good hands.
01:11:31 >> Yesterday that would have caused me a lot of anxiety, but I know I won't be able to do this forever.
01:11:38 All right.
01:11:40 I suppose I have no excuse other than my own trepidation not to take this next chapter.
01:11:47 I'm ready to sell.
01:11:48 >> Okay, that's so great, Kelly.
01:11:51 Do you think you'll find someone in time?
01:11:53 >> Oh, absolutely.
01:11:54 Jeff is looking at that right now, and I have no doubt that he's going to find the perfect person to buy your house.
01:12:00 >> Okay, I better go call Frank.
01:12:01 Excuse me.
01:12:02 >> Okay.
01:12:05 >> I love it here.
01:12:06 I just -- I look at these trees, this mistletoe, this whole nursery, and I just -- I see photosynthesis and action,
01:12:17 and the difference between male and female plants and the water cycle.
01:12:22 I see a setting for a new mystery.
01:12:26 >> See?
01:12:27 You should be writing.
01:12:31 >> Carrie, what are you doing here?
01:12:32 >> Well, I was calling you and calling you, but I saw your car when I was driving by, and I had to tell you in person.
01:12:36 >> Is everything okay?
01:12:37 >> Better than okay.
01:12:39 I passed!
01:12:41 >> Congratulations!
01:12:43 >> Thank you.
01:12:44 >> Carrie, that's incredible.
01:12:46 I couldn't have done it without you.
01:12:48 Your flash cards and study guides, a career to aspire to.
01:12:51 Who knows?
01:12:52 Maybe in two years I'll be the one selling a house by Christmas on the West End.
01:12:56 >> Okay.
01:12:57 >> Always.
01:13:00 Oh, it's the caterers for the Christmas party.
01:13:02 One second.
01:13:03 >> Hi.
01:13:04 >> I spoke to Frank, and we will be ready as long as you and Jeff can work your magic.
01:13:07 >> You can count on us.
01:13:08 >> Okay.
01:13:09 >> I'm sorry to interrupt, but we have a problem.
01:13:12 The caterers thought the venue had ovens, which it doesn't, and all of their hot trays are being used for other parties.
01:13:17 Do you have any ideas?
01:13:19 Because if we don't come up with a solution fast, our Christmas party is not going to have any food.
01:13:23 >> Actually, I have an idea.
01:13:26 We could have the holiday party at our house.
01:13:29 I mean, Eva and Jeff have already decorated beautifully, and Mountain Laurel Realty just helped us so much this Christmas.
01:13:36 I would love to give something back.
01:13:38 >> Really?
01:13:39 >> We'll call the vendors and change the delivery address.
01:13:42 >> Okay.
01:13:43 Thank you so much.
01:13:45 >> Well, I better start closing up so that I can get back to the house.
01:13:48 >> Sure.
01:13:49 >> Can you help me get some hands-on experience?
01:13:51 >> Yes, I'd love to.
01:13:52 >> Is that okay, that easy?
01:13:54 >> Oh, absolutely.
01:13:55 I have to meet with Jeff anyway, so I'll see you later.
01:13:57 >> Okay.
01:13:58 Sounds good.
01:13:59 >> Okay.
01:14:00 [ Music ]
01:14:04 >> Five.
01:14:06 [ Doorbell rings ]
01:14:09 >> Hey.
01:14:10 >> Hey.
01:14:11 How'd it go?
01:14:12 >> 1838 Wall Grove is officially back on the market.
01:14:14 >> Nice.
01:14:15 I knew you could do it.
01:14:16 >> How's it going over here?
01:14:18 >> Well, better than I could imagine.
01:14:20 I'm actually just writing up an offer for the Greers.
01:14:22 >> What?
01:14:23 How did you do that so quickly?
01:14:25 >> Why don't you ask them yourself?
01:14:26 [ Music ]
01:14:29 >> Bitch.
01:14:30 >> I know, I know.
01:14:32 >> Okay, I don't understand.
01:14:33 I thought the house was just too much work for you.
01:14:36 >> Yeah, you know, it probably will be, but Jeff gave me a pep talk earlier, and it helped me see it as more of an opportunity.
01:14:43 Every house is going to have its issues, so I can either avoid that for the rest of my life, or I can tackle them head-on and try to build something beautiful.
01:14:51 >> That's very sweet.
01:14:55 >> There was a problem with the Christmas party, so I was going to help, Carrie, but if you want me to stay --
01:15:00 >> No, it's fine.
01:15:01 Once the Greers accept the offer, I'm just going to hunker down with Mitch and go through the closing paperwork.
01:15:07 >> You sure?
01:15:08 >> Absolutely.
01:15:09 >> Okay.
01:15:11 Congratulations, Mitch.
01:15:12 It's so exciting.
01:15:13 You're going to love your new home.
01:15:15 >> Thank you.
01:15:16 I'm sure I will.
01:15:17 I'm just glad I have such a great team to help me plan a house.
01:15:20 >> Thank you.
01:15:23 >> Okay.
01:15:25 Well, then, I will see you tonight?
01:15:28 >> Yeah.
01:15:31 >> Okay, bye.
01:15:32 >> Bye.
01:15:43 >> Okay, what do we think?
01:15:45 >> You look incredible.
01:15:47 I'm sure Jeff's going to think so, too.
01:15:50 >> Maybe.
01:15:53 >> He likes you.
01:15:54 Just accept it.
01:15:57 >> I just hope he likes my secret Santa gift.
01:16:00 >> I'm sure he'll love it.
01:16:02 It's so romantic that you two got each other.
01:16:04 That's your Christmas wish at work.
01:16:06 >> Excuse me, that's your Christmas wish.
01:16:11 >> No, I'm just glad you're opening yourself up to this.
01:16:15 >> He's a really good guy.
01:16:17 >> Yeah.
01:16:20 [ Laughter ]
01:16:25 >> Come on.
01:16:30 >> Hi.
01:16:31 >> Hi.
01:16:32 >> Well, hi.
01:16:33 >> Hi.
01:16:37 >> Merry Christmas.
01:16:38 >> Merry Christmas.
01:16:41 >> Hey, girl.
01:16:42 You look so good.
01:16:43 >> Wow, this place looks even better at night.
01:16:45 >> Thanks for coming to help me set up.
01:16:47 Teamwork makes the dream work.
01:16:48 >> Yeah, I've been learning that lately.
01:16:52 >> Well, what -- what --
01:17:00 >> Hey.
01:17:02 You ladies look lovely.
01:17:04 >> Thanks.
01:17:06 I have to go make an announcement, but I'll catch up with you later.
01:17:11 >> Okay, so is a congratulations or what?
01:17:14 >> Oh, I don't know.
01:17:15 I was thinking I could see a couple more houses.
01:17:18 >> No, a couple days in the paper.
01:17:20 We'll go through and it's officially Mitch's.
01:17:22 >> Congratulations.
01:17:23 >> Thank you.
01:17:24 Very excited.
01:17:25 >> Excuse me.
01:17:26 Can I have everyone's attention, please?
01:17:30 Thank you, everyone, so much for coming.
01:17:32 And a huge thank you to Frank and Dr. Kelly Greer for so graciously opening their home to us.
01:17:37 How about a round of applause?
01:17:41 Thank you.
01:17:43 As the newest member of Mountain Laurel Realty, it is my pleasure to be announcing the award for Realtor of the Year.
01:17:51 It was a close race, and every realtor did an amazing job, but there can only be one winner.
01:17:59 Well, normally, because as luck would have it, we've had a tie for the most commissions this year.
01:18:07 So everyone, please give it up for your Realtors of the Year, Eva Rogers and Jeff Morgan.
01:18:14 [ Applause ]
01:18:20 >> Thank you very much.
01:18:22 >> Thank you.
01:18:23 >> Thank you.
01:18:24 >> Thank you.
01:18:25 >> Oh.
01:18:29 [ Applause ]
01:18:35 >> See you next year.
01:18:36 It's all you.
01:18:40 >> Congratulations.
01:18:41 You did it.
01:18:43 >> No, we did.
01:18:48 >> Eva, working with you has been the highlight of my year.
01:18:56 I can honestly say you've made me better, not just as a realtor.
01:19:08 What do you say about teaming up more in the future?
01:19:13 >> Well, depends.
01:19:16 >> Do you mean as just a realtor?
01:19:19 >> No.
01:19:22 I want more than that.
01:19:29 >> Yeah, I'd like that.
01:19:36 I have something for you, but I have to grab it from Bonnie.
01:19:42 >> Yeah, well, I could meet you outside in a few.
01:19:47 >> Okay.
01:19:53 >> Congratulations.
01:19:55 >> Thanks.
01:19:58 I can see my Christmas wish coming true right in front of my eyes.
01:20:02 Maybe.
01:20:05 Go get them.
01:20:07 >> Okay.
01:20:17 >> Is it just me, or does everything taste better in this mug?
01:20:23 >> Oh, yeah.
01:20:24 It's definitely a purse.
01:20:36 >> Well, Merry Christmas, Jeff, from your secret Santa.
01:20:45 >> Wow.
01:20:46 Wow, you got me, too.
01:20:49 That's a Christmas miracle.
01:20:53 >> Okay, you did this, didn't you?
01:20:55 >> Okay, maybe I cheated a little, so we got each other.
01:21:00 >> Well, I was inspired by the gift Bonnie gave me.
01:21:06 And I hope you like it.
01:21:12 >> Okay.
01:21:14 >> Yeah.
01:21:16 Dad.
01:21:20 >> Oh, yes.
01:21:23 >> Maybe it will spark some ideas.
01:21:26 My journal's been really helpful to me.
01:21:30 I wrote some down this morning.
01:21:31 >> What, for another book?
01:21:33 >> Mm-hmm.
01:21:36 Currently titled "The Mistletoe Mystery."
01:21:40 >> Absolutely brilliant.
01:21:42 And I love this.
01:21:46 Thank you.
01:21:49 >> Of course.
01:21:51 Now, I know I already gave you your secret Santa present.
01:21:55 >> Mm-hmm.
01:21:56 >> But I knew you were going to give me one, so I wanted to return the favor.
01:22:02 So just --
01:22:03 >> Okay, okay.
01:22:11 >> Straight from the Greer's Mistletoe booth.
01:22:14 I didn't actually think I would ever say that again.
01:22:20 Thank you.
01:22:33 >> Merry Christmas.
01:22:35 >> Merry Christmas.
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