Trying to give the perfect gift is a dilema I face every time I have a closing. I really try to give something that is tailored "just for them"

  I just had a closing with a delightful couple. In fact they were as close as you can get to Dream Buyers. I wanted to get them something really special...and memorable. They already have had a house...so they didn't need any "household" items. They are young with two very young children (4 & 1yr). They do everything with the children and rarely use babysitters!

   Eurika...I had an idea! Thanks to Monika McGillicudy. Monika wrote a Blog called Ordiorne Park a Slice of New Hampshire Seacoast.Reading it reminded me of the fun my family had when my son was young at Ordiorne Park and at the Seacoast Science Center. They have a Children's "Hands On" Tidal Pool,Year Round Programs and Exhibits not to mention Bike Trails, Picnic Grounds and of course..the Seacoast! What better place for a "Let's Do It Together Family". ~~~~ I called the Science Center and ordered them a years Family Membership

  Gift Box                   GIFT BOX                                

The Membership Packet would be arriving in the mail at their new address so I did a Representative Gift Box to present at the closing.

I had a State Parks Map, a Candle Made of Shells (made it myself!), a Beachy Picture Frame and of course a Message in a Bottle! The message was a map of the park.

This could be done in any State just adjust the Theme Box to fit the Park, Family Center or Museum you choose!

My Clients really Loved It!.....I Hit a Home Run!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Joan Mirantz - Joni is a Realtor® with Keeler Family Realtors, a locally owned, Customer Service oriented Firm.
Joan Publishes a monthly Newsletter "Food For Thought" under the pen name Realtor Sherpa.
(Joan also answers to Miz Maven and Miss Joni.)

Joan works in Buyer and Seller Representation with concentrations in the Merrimack Valley Area and towns surrounding Concord NH - the Capital City.
"I love what I do, and it shows in how I do it"

www.yourrealtor.biz

 

 
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32 Comments on I Hit A Home Run!!

JUL
06
2007
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AND you got featured in Localism, that IS a home run! 

10:25pm • #1
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I did?? Thanks for telling me Sue!
10:30pm • #2
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Joan - what an inventive idea! Your clients certainly will remember you and tell all their friends! How great for you to put so much thought into your closing gifts! You are a true professional! To your success!
11:02pm • #3

What a great idea!  A very thoughtful gift.  I'm sure they appreciate it.

11:16pm • #4
JUL
07
2007
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Joan~

As I read your post, I was struck by the ingenuity and caring this gift represents. Your clients are indeed lucky...to have your gift, yes...but most of all to have had the your special "gifts" as a support during the transaction.

12:06am • #5
thanks for sharing, I better start working on mine..
12:26am • #6
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What a neat idea. The box looks great. I am keeping this in mind for my next closing.

12:38am • #7
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Joan, I loved the box and kept thinking who wouldn't like that!  I haven't been to Localism but Congratulations, it was a well derserved feature.  And the gift is also spending time as a family, maybe that's why it was such a "home run" as well.  Thank you for your wonderful ideas.
5:23am • #8
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What a thoughtful gift. If you go to so much trouble finding a gift for clients, I can't imagine how much you do for your family and friends. Congratulations. I will beglad to refer people to you.
6:14am • #9
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What a great idea for a gift!!! I never thought of that...I can't believe I've never thought of that! Thanks so much Joan and thank you for the mention!
 
7:57am • #10
Very creative and darling!  Beats a gift certificate any day...that is what personal service is about.
10:35am • #11
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What an attractive gift box..nice idea and it gives back to the community so to speak. I am going to check with the NC Aquarium here at Pine Knoll Shores to see if a family membership (I think it is 37.00) is something I can assisgn to clients. Thanks for making me think out of the box!
10:43am • #12
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Mary...actually it's my pleasure. It's fun to try and find something "perfect"
1:50pm • #13
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Thanks Lisa...The will really be happy when they go there it's a great place!
1:52pm • #14
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As usual Thank you janeAnne...you always know the right thing to say!
1:53pm • #15
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Katerina...when you do..post a picture!
1:54pm • #16
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Thanks Wendy...I don't know if you have a Michaels near you...but I got everything on Sale!(except the bottle)
1:56pm • #17
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Thanks Carole...Have you started packing yet!!
1:58pm • #18
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Thank you Gita (what a prety name!) You can be assured I'd treat them well!
2:00pm • #19
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You're welcome Monika...I never would have thought of it if you hadn't done that post!
2:02pm • #20
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Thanks Rebecca...that's also what mkes our job fun!!
2:03pm • #21
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Michelle...this place hadn't done it before but they did do it at Christmas so they weren't thrown too badly. They did it over the phone too!
2:05pm • #22
JUL
08
2007
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Hi Joan - love this idea and what a great family gift to give!  Odiorne State Park is just one of the great gifts in our state, and this is a perfect way to share it and say welcome to someone just moving here.  GREAT idea!!!

Ann

12:23pm • #23
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Joan -- congratulations on the featured localism post -- this is a great idea -- I love it!  I think I will hire you to do closing gifts for my upcoming closings -- I think you have found a new profession!
9:25pm • #24
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Thanks Ann...it's adaptable too! (and adoptable LOL)
9:26pm • #25
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 Joan-Now if I had an ounce of ability I'd jump on that. I love coming up with the ideas but stuff very seldom comes out the way i envision! Feel free to pick my brain anytime!
9:30pm • #26
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what a wonderful idea!  Calif has so much to offer that I am sure I can do something that will have an impact like yours.  Thanks for the idea!
10:29pm • #27
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Melanie...you're welcome! Go for it!
10:48pm • #28
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the perfect closing gifts are difficult to come across.  Like youself, I try to tailor them to each individual buyer. 
10:54pm • #29
JUL
09
2007
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Jennifer...I really think that's part of the fun..but I'm big on Christmas too. Thanks for reading!
12:24am • #30
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Congratulations.  Whenever you can tailor a closing gift specifically to your client, it always creates a lasting memory.

I always put a good bit of time thinking of the perfect gift because I want the client to remember me long after settlement.

7:03am • #31
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Well Steven...you know what they say about great minds! :) Thanks for the comment!
8:26am • #32

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