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Funny Story: Agents Never Return Phone Calls

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty

Funny Story:  Agents Never Return Phone Calls

I am a property manager for an owner of a duplex that is currently listed for rent.  The owner was at the duplex a few days ago and said a guy came up to him for some info about the duplex.

The guy said that he had tried to contact me but that I didn't answer the phone or didn't call back.

I said "he called me?"  The owner says to me, "I knew he was lying about calling you when he said you didn't call him back."  He went on to say, "I know you well enough to know that you always return phone calls.  I've never known you not to return a phone call."

He and I had a good laugh behind that one. 

So if you know of anyone looking for a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home to rent, I've got a great home for rent in East Lake for just $525.00.  Tell them that if they call me an have to leave a message, they can rest assured that I'll call them back.

316B 79th Street North
Birmingham (East Lake), AL 35206

316B 79th Street North

Christine Hooks
Pino Agency - Pennsville, NJ
Celebrating 25 Years in Real Estate!

I'm not surprised one bit that you have the confidence of your client, Charita.  (It burns me that the potential tenant tried to sully your reputation though)

Jun 11, 2011 01:26 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)

Chris I'm just glad my owner knows me well enough to vouch for my credibility.  It was just so funny the way he said "I knew he was lying about calling you when he said you didn't call him back." We both got so tickled.

Jun 11, 2011 01:34 PM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

I love that the owner saw through it!!!    That is awesome!!

Jun 11, 2011 01:43 PM
Vickie Slade
Colorado Landmark, Realtors - Boulder, CO
Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On

Charita, it is so awesome your client knew right off the bat, where you stood.  She had your back, because of your relationship and the trust you had already built.

Jun 11, 2011 03:31 PM
Sussie Sutton
David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX
David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

I hate people that lie like that...I think some do it because they are so dang nervous and unsure of themselves.

Jun 11, 2011 04:13 PM
Glenn Roberts
Retired - Seattle, WA

Besides having the confidence of the owner, I see you have a really cute duplex there. The phone should ring any minute now.

Jun 11, 2011 04:40 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)
Deborah is was like the timing of a really good comeback.
Jun 11, 2011 10:32 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)
I consider that a blessing Vickie when someone has that kind of confidence in me.
Jun 11, 2011 10:33 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)
Sussie and then some do it just because they are liars.
Jun 11, 2011 10:34 PM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)
Glenn it gets it's share but just waiting for a qualified renter.
Jun 11, 2011 10:35 PM
Brenda Mullen
RE/MAX Associates - San Antonio, TX
Your San Antonio TX Real Estate Agent!!

Your client knows you well!  That's a great thing!  I always call back or answer right away, I'm kind of a fanatic about those things.  It is so important to customer service!  Lots of luck on getting that duplex rented!

Jun 12, 2011 04:19 AM