In order to prevent an appraiser from referencing comments in the agent only section of the MLS sheet that the lenders underwriter could consider derogatory, I no longer make any entry in that section.  The only exception would be to clarify directions to the property, add additional showing information, add an additional parcel number etc.

The appraisals are just doing what is required by the organizations ordering the appraisal, I understand that fact.  Adding anything that might be questionable to the agent only remarks is, in my opinion, asking for trouble.

If any additional information should be provided to an agent showing the property I now add "Contact the listing agent before showing".  I also add "call agent for appointment to show". 

I make sure I have the owners contact information with me at all times.  It takes a little more of my time, however it still allows me to provide any necessary information to a showing agent BEFORE they show the property. 

It also gives the showing agent the opportunity to ask any additional questions they my have about the property.

 
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9 Comments on "call agent for appointment to show".

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27
2011
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I have always scheduled my own.  It is my first sales oppotunity, and you are correct, it is the time to disclose and discuss any pertinent details.  I think it is part of my job, I would never have another agent call the seller directly to schedule.
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Good Evening Dan:

Thank you for sharing your insight on this matter.  Realtors across the country needs to pay attention to your suggestion
10:38pm • #2
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28
2011
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Howdy Dan!  As always, your posts are helpful and informative!   Hope all is well!
7:10am • #3
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Good Morning!  Thank you all for stopping by and adding your comments and support, they are appreciated
8:40am • #4
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Dan,

             I cannot believe an agent would have them call the seller directly! Is that not why you have a Realt I am confused on that point. I did not know appraisers could do that. I do know that if an appraisal done on a home will be valid especially FHA for a period of a year I believe.
1:50pm • #5
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29
2011
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Dan,

You always go the extra mile for your clients. I appreciate any listing agent who is helpful while I am trying to show a property. Unfortunately here in Texas we have way too many listing agents who do not answer their phones and do not returmn phone calls. I guess they are just lazy!
11:24am • #6
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With very attractive prices and very low mortgage interest rates, this is a time of great opportunity for home buyers.

Enjoy the fall activities and be sure to have your camera in hand for those special moments.

IMG_5822 Life is better when there are flowers to photograph!

Dahlia photograph by Roy Kelley at the Brookside Gardens Dahlia Show.

Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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01
2011
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Dan, I like to speak with buyer's agents prior to showing my listings as well. When it's short and we know the terms we need, there is no sense in facilitating a showing for a buyer who will not meet the required terms.
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09
2011
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Setting up showing appointments by the listing agent reduces the amount if mis-communication.
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