Recently I've been helping a family that doesn't speak good English. Under normal circumstances you would think its a big Interpretorpain in the rear. Well it could be but, I've had a very unique situation.

Everyone involved in the transaction is from one of the same towns my dad is from. (We are Armenian but, my dad is from a small town in Lebanon) So right off the bat, I have been looked as one of them which is great when it comes to building trust.

People CaravanEvery time we go to see properties or anyone has questions I've been talking through 5 different people. In other cultures things are done differently. When we would go to showings, the whole family would caravan around with us. At one group of showing we had 4 cars and at least 15 people with us. (talk about a crowd) But, I thought to myself.... This is great, if I do a great job for them. I could be the whole families Realtor!

So I guess what I am trying to say is that even though it may be a difficult transaction dealing with a friend or family member interpreting disclosures, forms, the process, questions, etc, etc.... If you look at the positive side. This one deal could be 10X's the amount of possible opportunities in getting a referral! At the end of the day people want someone they know, like, and trust. When people like this can become your advocate you never know what good will come out of it!

About the Me: The above Real Estate information was provided by Greg Afarian, l can be reached via Email Me or send me a message on Twiter

Have a home to sell on the NorthShore in Mass? I'll help you with my social media skills for a quick transaction to help save you time and money.

I service the following towns in Boston and the Greater Boston Area. Andover, North Andover, Lawrence, Methuen, Haverhill, Boxford, Bradford, Dracut, Reading, North Reading, and beyond.

 


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North Andover, MA

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Virtual Media Realty & ZIPVO

Address: 18 Waverly Rd, North Andover, MA, 01845

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