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Where are all the professionals?

Let's help everyone we can!

I actually wrote this as a comment today, so forgive me. But, I thought I should state this on a larger venue. It is so important to remember that; we are truly professionals and should treat our clients as we would want to be treated. How soon some of us forget? How can we not feel the joy in a closed action and not even think about the money? The money comes anyway, right? Thats the way I think anyway and I know most of you do, as well!

There's a very small percentage that think differently, if you ask me. There are so many pros here on AR that it really blows me away! So much goodwill, so much integrity, so much honesty, so much to share without fear of losing something, so free with their valuable time, I could go on and on, but, a lot of you feel the same way! But, then, the odd post. Where are they coming from and why do they not get it after being here on AR for awhile?

While I do my searches for homes for my clients on the MLS, I am amazed at what I see from my fellow agents!!

Bad pics, no pics, bad home descriptions, bad info, period! You wonder that a client would not notice this bad service from just simple observation and demand a professional approach!

A friend of mine "had"to list with another agent because of his wife's insistence on a "friend" (you been there?) Well, it took a month and he called me, what the heck is she doing besides nothing, he asked me? A sign in the yard, the MLS and a prayer is what he got, he said!.....I said all I could without crossing the sign because he was a friend....I told him, you must look at what other clients are getting for their "money" and demand the same OR more. Was I right?

David

Let's weed out the bad one's!

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Posted by Akron Ohio Homes for Sale David M. Childress on 09/03/2007 02:58 PM

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25 Comments on Where are all the professionals?

SEP

2007

David, Was it on my post that you were going to leave this as a comment? All I can say is that more of us need to take up this discussion if we are going to improve the quality of service and professionalism within our industry. Thanks for posting this,

Bill Roberts

Unfortunatly, with the market as tough as it is, some sellers often feel they can get a deal. They don't understand that in the end saving a couple thousand in commission can often cost them many thousands due to lost market time brought on by poor service and little to no marketing.

Thank you, Bill. You get it!

Thank you, Roy. I am amazed that they do not recognise poor service!

DavidC

David -This is an important issue and I'm not sure that you can truly educate a client until after they've been burned. There are people that will always opt for the bargain price with the bargain service. Didn't anyone ever hear or believe, "you get what you pay for" or how about "if it sounds to good to be true, then it probably is"? Hmmm, good post

Tracey; I know I am just venting! Sometimes we just have to! Vent, that is!

How can we change the seasons? How can we change the world? How can we change bad people?

WE Can't!

BUT, we can set an example, thank God! I Love you, Trace! You are so good!

David

I'm blushing David ....

Hi David...

I had to pop in to see what you've been up to. So many members so little time.

Love the post. It is getting scary out there. That's an under statement.

I honestly feel that things are going to get worse before they get better.

The market changes seem to be bringing out the worst in some folks. Such a shame.

That "Friend" salesperson used the "4-P" listing Strategy ...

Put in MLS.
Put sign in yard.
Put ad in newspaper.
Pray.

Too bad God is not in the Real Estate business .. Eh? :)

I'll knock it off before I get carried away. LOL.

TLW...ROAR!

Ah...Ha!

I just finished scrolling around in your profile.

Those cat pics answered my question on the whole ROAR curiousity you had happening there :)

TLW...ROAR!

We are seeing the same trend here in Visalia David. As a rule we like many other agents advise our clients of what to expect of us. We have decided to create an accountability sheet to give to the seller during the interview process so they can see what we will do for them (and feel more in control) and to compare our services with the services of the other agents they decide to interview with.

We too look forward to the return of the professionals.

Excellent Post !!!

David, I have seen this not only in Real Estate but in many businesses. And yes, people are opting to try and save money and believe what they are told (maybe just because they want to). It brings to mind Sym's old policy: "An Educated Consumer is our Best Customer." People need to educate themselves first and too few of them take the time and trouble to do that. Thank you for a great post.

SEP

2007

Wow, TLW I am honored that you would spend some of your valuable time here. You two are an inspiration to me on how to do things the "right" way! My cats do not stray far from me while I am working. ; )

Thank you, really.

David

Scott and Heather. Thank you for stopping by & I second your motion!

Carole. Always nice to "see" you! Thank you for the comment, means a lot. The one thing I am taking with me on this; is to educate my clients as much as I can at our first meeting.

Trace. YOU make me blush when you compliment my post!

David

SEP

2007

Hi David: Thought I'd stop by and see what you were up to...great post! I, too, am surprised at the mixed quality of posted listings on my MLS. This is extremely hard to understand given that we can take tons of pictures without any additional cost. It also doesn't cost any more to show the extra amenities around a neighborhood, just time and knowledge of the area. So sad to hear about your friend. If the house doesn't sell, hopefully they'll see the light and come back to you.

LOVE the kitty pictures! You should stop by my blog to see my new baby, Cocoa :-)

SEP

2007

David, how did I miss this ? In mourning, I think, nah. I've had a similiar thing happen. Keep us posted on what happens, bet you get the listing and sale.

SEP

2007

David -You are so right. It could be that the "quality" of people on AR is better - could it be a self selection process? AR or any other learning venue takes a lot of time and there some people in real estate who don't want to or don't feel they have to much except "list". Listing and marketing are not the same. Thanks for your post. Wanted to stop by and say hello.

Thank you Faina, I really appreciate your comments.......You are right, I think about the effort to market. Most people here on AR are working every angle very hard so I am not surprised at the quality of people here and their body of work!

Thank you, David

And Hello to you also.

SEP

2007

Hi David - I sent you an email, and hope all is well. I'm just getting around to my fellow bloggers to check in.

In answer to your final question on this post, remember that 2/3 of the NAR joined and have been members less than 5 years. That doesn't excuse poor workmanship, but we are definitely seeing a reduction in the market place of those individuals who show less than expected professionalism. I am still amazed when I look at a new listing with poor or no photos and a bunch of typos and mis-spelled words. Maybe this post will inspire some readers to step it up a notch. Yes. You were right! Just my 2 cents of ramblings.

I hope this comment finds you in great health and happiness David, it's great to see you're still active in the rain and in the business! Take care and have a blessed weekend my friend! B-)

SEP

2007

Thank you Brad so much. I have answered your timely email.

I did not know that NAR 2/3 statistic, that is fascinating. Regarding your listing comment, I am as much surprised at their clients for accepting less than a professional listing. I look at these pictures and bad descriptions and wonder why the seller is not outraged at what he received. I want to scream FOR them! And I want that listing!

I try to educate my clients and get them involved in the selling process. Help with descriptions, pictures, etc. That way I know I am satisfying them as I promised at the first meeting.

Your 2 cents is always worth a hundred bucks, Brad!

David

SEP

2007

David- We miss seeing you around! Come back and hang out with us! Katerina

Thank you Katerina, I promise to get back to the flow!!! Just because YOU asked! David

NOV

2007

This is a great post ,as several had said before ,We are all not the same

Thanks Margaret, we are surely not!

MAR

2008

David, I am shocked by the number of agents who poorly market their clients' listing in this market. Meanewhile, there are so many hungry, hard working agents out there who would love to have the listing and would work hard to market it. I wonder, do the clients even realize how lazy their agent is (no flyers, no pics on the MLS, etc...)?

Colorado Springs Realty Patricia Beck, thank you for stopping by. I think the clients are ill informed when it comes to bad service and we look like sour grapes when we try to inform them! It has to be a lesson learned I am afraid.

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