I am Glad She Isn't My Agent!

Sorry - there is no reason - none - to not return calls. We have a duty to "aggressively" market our clients homes. I certainly don't think that not returning calls falls into that category.

I you can't pull it off, get a partner.

Calls should always be returned, even if you have to put a backup agent in place...

Here's the problem : Many Agents talked themselves into getting another job and are only working Real Estate part-time. They think half the calls they get are "nosey neighbor calls". The broker in my eyes should be stepping up to the plate and telling all the Agents who have ventured off with other jobs to have an "agent" or the broker on call for their listings during their work hours. Hey a referral fee is better than zip, zero, nadda.....Although the Agent secured the listings, the broker still "owns" them, so it's both their faults. We just had a meeting on this last week because it is happening here ALOT as well ! Some agents have gotten so use to "raw" leads they treat every lead as raw...I just wonder what will happen when a tester's call isn't answered.....I don't know about your area but we have had them hot and heavy here because of the market being down...

We should treat all  calls as "A" prospects, and let them disqualify themselves.  I heard that 70% of all buyers will buy in the next 12 months, so we need to put some of them on the back burner, and check in monthly.

I can't imagine not returning any of my calls, but then again, there are two sides to every story- I'll be curious to see how this turns out.

I also agree with Charles - calls need to be answered - that is what is so great with having a partner - we cover for each other all the time so our clients always get top service!

It is very true, there should be no reason that a call is not returned, especially for over a week! We shall see what happens with this buyer and our agent.

This should be a lesson to all. If you don't answer your phone, the buyer (or seller) will find an agent that will. From the comments here, no need to worry, you all get it! Now, if only the rest of the agents would.

I hear this all the time from borrowers. They call asking if I can help them as such and such loan officer is not returning their calls. Of course, I am more than happy to help them.

Hey BLR, I'll be more than happy to help your buyer with their loan too; just send them to Danny Thornton or me (we work as a team). I don't ignore borrowers, I depend on their referrals!

How can you run a business if you don't return calls?  I'm surprised that agent is even in business.  Motto: There are plenty of agents out there, so make sure you don't lose yours by not responding.

So??? It's been a few days...is the deal sealed or what? Enquiring minds want to know! :)