Happy New Year to you all.

We really celebrated the new year in this year.  2009 was to say the least, a very interesting year.  There were certainly more than a fair share of challenges for us brokers and across the board, our team experienced the highs and the lows.

From Vision's perspective, we've come through to the other side of 2009 in better shape than when we started.  During the course of the year we connected with many more interesting and helpful individuals and organisations, building a stronger network for our future.  Yes, it was much harder to get deals across the line, but, I feel that many of us have become better brokers for the experience.

We ended the year on a high note, with a $9.5m commercial deal settling on the 23rd of December.  Well done to all involved in getting that across the line in the Christmas rush.

I'm not officially back on board yet, but considering how many others are back in the traces, I thought it would be appropriate to get the new years message out there.  I'll be back at work next Monday.

This year, we are really focused on helping our members to achieve their goals.  We'll be working closely with all of the individuals to help them to enjoy the success and the lifestyles that can be achieved through growing a solid broking business.

I'm looking forward to catching up with you all soon. 

Michael