Well over a decade ago, I was on a weekend shopping excursion with my family. Just as we were about to step off the curb into the busy parking lot of the local Target, I attempted to take the hand of my precocious son when he announced to my husband and I, “I can hold my own hand!” And being obstinate and still in that "terrible two" stage, he did.

He put one chubby little fist inside the other behind his back and attempted to step off the curb and into traffic. And like the mama lion I was, I stopped him by the scruff of his neck...well actually, the collar of his jacket.

Realizing his need for independence, we explained to our child the danger of his actions. (Hey Bud...A driver of a car cannot see a tiny person out their windows as they back up their cars.) We compromised. He was allowed to hold his own hand everywhere we went except busy parking lots and when crossing the street. Then he would be required to hold mommy or daddy’s hand or hang on to his brother's stroller for his own safety.

Holding your own hand is good in life but there are times when one must rely on a professional to help them through a new or difficult situation. As a real estate agent, I realize most clients want to “hold their own hand” through a transaction for the most part. They do it with the knowledge that when they will need to “step off the curb”,  I am by their side  ready to explain and guide them through every step of the process. Whether it is a question from a home seller about getting their home ready for the first showing or a first time home buyer wondering whether a townhome or single family home would be a better investment, I am there ready to educate and assist.  

A good REALTOR® knows it is important for the client to make the decisions—it is our job to guide and educate our clients through the home buying or selling process.

Are you ready to step off the curb and need a good REALTOR® by your side?

If you are buying, selling or relocating to Minnesota and need help from a professional REALTOR®, give me, Theresa "Teri" Eckholm, a call or visit my website for a FREE Relocation Packet or FREE Homebuyers Success Packet.   I specialize in acreage and lakeshore properties in the north and east Twin Cities metro area including Ham Lake, Lino Lakes and all communities in the Forest Lake School District! Serving Anoka, Chisago, Ramsey and Washington Counties in Minnesota.

 

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17 Comments on Holding Your OWN Hand When Buying or Selling a Home

JUL
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Excellent post.  Love your analogy.  We do have to guide and not "tell" our clients what to do.  Bravo!
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Beautiful example of independence yet how good guidance can save our lives.
2:34pm • #2

Nice blog.  I know when I bought my house, our realtor was invaluable.  She helped us understand the process, what to expect, guided us through the negotiation process, etc.

It makes the buying process so much better when you have an ally by your side, helping you make an informed decision.  I think we must have really worn her out though with all the houses we looked at.  It was tough because we were relocating from San Jose California to Austin TX and only had a week per trip to look at homes so a lot of homes were viewed each day.

 
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Hi Teri, Congrats on the Feature. That was quite a transition and a very good one at that. " Holding you own hand" , I will always remember that. Well done. How are you BTW, hope life is being good to you. Always, William
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Teri: Clients invariably want to "hold their own hand" just because they don't want to seem clueless. My mantra, when I need to make a point, is to say "as your broker I am obligated to tell you such and such...". And they always listen. Note: Obligated by whom?  By me! But they never ask that question.
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A very good post. I think this comment really hits the nail on the head

A good REALTOR® knows it is important for the client to make the decisions

 
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Hi Teri,

 "I am there ready to educate and assist.

A good REALTOR® knows it is important for the client to make the decisions—it is our job to guide and educate our clients through the home buying or selling process." ...so very well said my friend!
7:15pm • #7
A very just analogy. Independence is good but guidance is invaluable.
7:27pm • #8
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Great ideas and thoughts!

It is so important to remember that we don't SELL homes we facilitate Buuyers' decisions! As you say -
A good REALTOR® knows it is important for the client to make the decisions—it is our job to guide and educate our clients through the home buying or selling process.

Have a happy day -
Lynn

 
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Love the analogy.... And the cute pic of your son! Quite often I have buyers ask me what they should do about [pick a topic] and it so important that we outline all the different options so they can make the decision that's right for them.
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Teri - I like this analogy and have explained to my little one numerous times that hands must be held in the parking lots or on streets.
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Sometimes it's nice just to have another hand to hang on to and I'm not even two years old.  Kids have no fear and no sense of danger when they're out and about.  That's why they need mom and dad.
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Terri this is a nice anology for the Real Estate game. I hope you are doing well and having a great year!
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I love the title and content of this post...also reminds me those terrible two years. Now I recall those times with fondness since my baby just turned 18 this month.
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Terri what a great analogy for real estate.  Clients do need to know their agents are their to 'hold their hand' and guide them through a transaction with care, skill and expertise.  Great post!
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Hi Teri, great analogy and so true! That is such a cute story from your son. That spirit of independence starts pretty early, doesn't it?
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Hi ALL! Thanks for all of the very nice comments. As it has seemed to go this summer, every time I get a featured post, I am incredibly busy so I don't have time to respond to each of you individually.

I do have to make one note though...that cute little 3 year old who was on his way to his first day of preschool in the photo, is now 20 and in a few weeks will be heading back to college for his senior year. For anyone who wonders...yes he still is a bit head strong and wants to hold his own hand!

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