It's early August and traffic in my home is hot and heavy.  I guess first time buyers seeking that $8,000 payday from Uncle Sam.  We accepted an offer from an agent who's card stated in big bold letters at the top FULL TIME REALTOR.  OK I'm impressed, really you got my attention.

What else got my attention was the Hawaiian shirt you were wearing.  Looking kind of casual today are we?  I am the first person to tell you neck ties suck.  But neck tie withholding, one can still look more professional than this.  I think he just left the country club after eighteen holes of golf.

Second was the contract he wrote on our house.  Twice he marked the wrong selection box describing if the offer was contingent on selling another property.  He marked "NO" twice when in actuality it was. 

Third he marked the seller was to purchase a warranty for the home.  Twice again he marked that neither the buyer, seller or any agents were going to pay for this warranty.  I guess his friends at the country club were going to pony up.

I just kept my mouth shut laughing at the slogan on the card.  I was thinking to myself to check your ego at the door next time and pay attention to what you are doing.  Full time Realtor or not you have an obligation to your client to represent him or her not yourself so much.

 

 

6 Comments on Full Time Realtor

NOV
02
169,383 Points 1 Featured Post Localism Sponsor

Hi John,

It is amazing what is masquerading as a full time agent in today's market! 

3:10pm • #1
239,191 Points 15 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Tee hee....takes all kinds, eh John?  Hope your November is great :)

3:22pm • #2

I have met ALL KINDS of Realtors in my 9 years in the business. I guess I shouldn't bust your chops that your photo is of you in a t-shirt.... Gotcha!  Don't feel bad, I'm wearing a pair of jeans while I write this.

3:32pm • #3
188,787 Points 14 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Hi John.  I was thinking of writing on this topic too...

What is the definition of a full time Realtor, anyway?

Thanks for writing,

Ken

4:15pm • #4
Outside Blog

You are so right, John.  It doesn't matter what ones puts on their card.  Their behavior will tell the truth for them.

5:07pm • #5
172,772 Points 12 Featured Posts Outside Blog

John - "Full Time Realtor" doesn't necessarily mean professional or competent.

9:15pm • #6

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