This may go down as my all time favorite transaction story. You know the type where all of the stars align, so from start to finish it is just a pleasure. When I first became licensed, one of my first few transactions involved a wonderful family, who has been a great source of referrals over the years. I've always remained in contact with every past client, although as I type this I'm beginning to feel a little guilty as I have not sent out my regular letter in quite some time!! (Guess what I'll be doing tonight).
So I was working a referral with a member of Client #1's family on a purchase. Client #2 had found a great home, priced perfect, but of course two weeks before they were scheduled to arrive, it went pending. I continued to monitor the MLS and what do you know...a couple of days prior to their arrival that perfect house is "back on the market". Wheew hooh...I phoned them right away and told them that perhaps a little bit of fate was on their side. Then Client #2 proceeded to tell me that her family member (my original Client #1) was looking for a job. Of all the luck, I just so happen to be doing volunteer work for the very field Client #1 will be seeking employment. I was able to get her into an interview at this highly sought after position, she got the job!! (She is well qualified so I knew she would be a great match).
So my buyers got their dream home, and I was able to thank Client #1 for the referral by offering a bit of assistance in her getting the interview (I'll only take credit for getting her the interview, she got the job on her own). Had I not kept in contact with Client #1 obviously I would have never received additional referrals. Had Client #2 not mentioned Client #1 was looking for work, she may still be "looking". The power of networking never ceases to amaze me. In today's market, it has never been more important to treat every client you have today, as a possible client for tomorrow. Appreciate your clients, and dont forget to NETWORK!
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