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Around the world before the second cup of coffee!

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with Richard Weisser Realty

 

Around the world before the second cup of coffee!I knew today was going to be one of those days! I had to get up early to do a “Ready to Close” inspection of a property that was due as soon as possible.

Then I remembered that I had to remove the electronic lockbox, and my Supra key was at the office which of course, was in the opposite direction.

Sometimes there are no simple solutions so I was out the door before 6:00 A.M. and drove to the office and grabbed the key, and headed for the property. Fortunately, it was still early enough that rush hour traffic was not too bad.

I got to the house, took the photos, recovered the lockbox and headed back to complete the inspection and photo reports, which I completed just after 8:00 A.M.

 Which works out just fine, because I have a full schedule today with two closings to attend and a tenant move-in somewhere in between!

And why does all of this happen on one day? Those in the real estate biz know the answer:

It’s the last day of the month!

 

Chuck Carstensen
RE/MAX Results - Elk River, MN
Minnesota/Wisconsin Real Estate Expert

Sometimes it feels good to get out and get stuff done earlier.  I barely could wake up today. 

Jun 30, 2011 01:36 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good Morning Richard,

You are right it always happens on the last day of the month..I now schedule closings ealier in the month to avoid all the drama and what a difference it has made! Closings go smoothly and actually fund on time!

Jun 30, 2011 01:37 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Good Morning...hope you got a second or third cup of coffee in!  I love to get things done and out of the way early in the day... however out the door before 6 am... that would definitely take some piping hot coffee!

Jun 30, 2011 01:42 AM
Richard Weisser
Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA
Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

Chuck...

I could not do it every day, that's for sure! THX.

Dorie...

These closing were scheduled early to mid-month. It's the sellers that push them back and then all of a sudden they need them "off the books" by the end of the month! Thanks my friend.

Kathy...

It sure did ...at least there's daylight that early this time of year! Thanks so much.

Jun 30, 2011 01:57 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Yes, the end of the month can be hectic.  I'm off to work now also.  Good luck today Richard.

Jun 30, 2011 01:59 AM
Connie Goodrich
Keller Williams Realty - McKinney, TX
CRS ABR (McKinney Realtor)Texas

Looks like your good planning and early attack will make it a lot more organized day with all accomplished.  Yes it is the end of the month but also .. isn't it the way it is .. all happens at once and don't we wish we could just take a butter knife and spread it out evenly?  All the best and CONGRATS for a successful ending to a good month!

Jun 30, 2011 02:18 AM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Yes, and good for you for being busy!  COngrats on the 2 sales... I have one closing today and some tenant issues myself !

Jun 30, 2011 02:28 AM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I am not so busy today, but it has been a busy month.  I try to schedule closing for later half of month with a few days to spare. 

Jun 30, 2011 05:45 AM
Broker Patty Da Silva Da Silva
Green Realty Properties® - 954-667-7253 - Cooper City, FL
Top Listing Broker

Great day Richard - sounds like you handled it very well.

Jun 30, 2011 12:54 PM
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Good evening, Richard. It is ironic how the end of the month brings about a bevy of activity. Not complaining, but this has been a busy end of the month too...

Jun 30, 2011 01:51 PM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Richard....SIMPLE?????  Not in my world.  But, the harder I work the harder i work and today seams to have paid off.

Jun 30, 2011 03:33 PM
Olga Diaz
COLDWELL BANKER TOMLINSON - Pullman, WA
Potter, Mng Broker, CRS, ASP, ePRO, ABR

Last day of the month and when you're heading out of town on vacation.  Doesn't fail :).  Have a great holiday weekend.

 

Jul 01, 2011 06:20 AM