I had a very exciting line up of showings yesterday with a man that has cash and it seemed to be burning a hole in his pocket.
He was already telling me that he was more than likely going to make an offer on my listing. Yea Rah!
His concern was with the rural neighborhood in which this 13 acre property resides and the safety of the neighborhood.
I assured him that it was a safe and wonderful neighborhood and had not heard of any unusual incidences that he should concern himself with. I was telling the truth!
Egg.
My strategy: Show the neighboring house first. It was lower dollar but was not nearly the phenomenal property my listing was. I just knew after seeing this smaller property my listing would be the obvious choice.
Egg, Egg.
We pulled up in front of the property. As I was getting out he mentioned that his wife was not really interested as it looked too small. We stood and visited for a few minutes. As we were beginning to go next door I asked one more time if he wanted to take a peek inside...
Egg, Egg, Egg.
He snapped and decided to take a quick look leaving his wife in the car.
Egg, Egg, Egg, Egg.
I opened the door and we entered. It was lovely. As we entered the bright and beautiful kitchen area I froze.
Looking at the cabinets all doors were wide open and miscellaneous things were scattered. I looked around more and low and behold the back window was shattered with a large white rock and the door stood open.
Egg, Egg, Egg, Egg, Egg.
THEY HAD BEEN ROBBED! (rotten Eggs) And, there went my testimony of safety right down the drain or at least out the broken window. I contacted the listing agent and gave her the bad news. Must I tell you that it didn't sit well with the buyer? Nope.
I just read JL Boneys' incident about having his GPS stolen and the news of the neighbors robbery.
What I think is happening here is that we're living in a "Gotta have it now" society. Parents are tightening their belts and denying little Johnny of his expensive toys so the kids are going out and shopping free! Batten down your hatches. Take nothing for granted and say a little prayer that the house is in tact before showing.
Geez. What a mess. As of today the owner called me. We now have a full alarm system he tells me. Call your people and get them back! Assure them it was nothing. Sure, no problem. LOL!
Later in the rain~Deb
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