Last week I received an e-mail from an enterprising real estate publication which is garnering a good online following.  Part of the contents was a list of several “things to consider” when assessing and possibly re-vamping one’s business practices;  timed perfectly for grey November.

One of the subjects that caught my attention is one often-discussed among colleagues.. .. Those customers who won’t commit, or clients who never progress from the first stages to actually making a decision. 

In the Province where I practice, the legislation states that an agency relationship be established in writing as soon as possible. For some REALTORS® it is immediately upon meeting – if only for that first day out on the road…Other salespeople give a one day “free trial” to personally decide whether they feel that both parties could work together, or not.  Others just go along with implied agency and then may get bitten when the would-be Buyers defect elsewhere without loyalty or consideration.

Everyone has the right, regardless of occupation or personal circumstances, to decline participation. The “what ifs and maybe” don’t even begin to make sense when we thing of the out-of-pocket investment of time and money we make in good faith,  as either a Listing Agent or Buyer Agent.

If you don’t feel good about who’s sitting with you, just say no.

 
Posted by Sheridan (Sherry) Rondeau on 12/06/2011 08:22 AM   Comments (4)   Advice for Realtors in the ActiveRain Channel   advice  
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251,442 Points 3 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

A great reminder!  I just went through a similar circumstance with the discussion of my Board--what is the point of first contact wherein an agency relationship should be identified?  As soon as possible and practicable.
8:29am • #1
480,874 Points 22 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Great post, people show you who they are right away, believe them.  Don't invest time in someone who can't or won't commit, business and personal.
8:38am • #2
412,847 Points 16 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Not all business is good business.  Don't waste time, energy and money on someone that won't commit.
8:57am • #3
648,394 Points 16 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Good morning Sherrie. I couldn't agree more with you. I will never understand why anyone chooses to waste time and money on non-starters. Happy holidays.
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