Most of us are feeling the tightening of the market right now. It's been my experience lately that Buyer's have such a great sellection, they can be picky! Some Seller's are still in the mind-frame that their home can sell for much more (and for less effort to make it ready). Some times it I just feel like a "SnapDragon"! By the end of the day, I'm draggin' and about ready to SNAP!! Then I get an e-mail that puts a big grin on my face.

A past Tenant I've worked with has contacted me with a request for assistance in looking for a new home. They still aren't ready to buy because they are military and don't know how long their stay will be. What would you do? The Finder's Fee is tiny for the amount of time I spend showing Tenants property. I could possibly spend this valuable time doing something else, right?

I disagree! I still work with them. Not only is it still money that can be used toward a bill or advertising, it's a long-term referral! I have received more referrals from tenant-clients and that referral base is still growing. AND, they won't rent a home forever! They will eventually be your next Buyer! Their referrals will also. Get the picture?

I enjoy working with Tenants. They are probably the most appreciative of all clients because they are so easily ignored or forgotten!

 
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4 Comments on Don't Forget The "Little" Ones!!

JAN
25
2008
141,868 Points Outside Blog
Bonnie, you have the correct outlook on this. Bravo. It is the referral down the road that will pay you back in the long run, plus the great feeling you helped out your client today. Kudos to you!
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Bonnie,  Good job.  I have to say i pass them up!
1:13pm • #2
116,371 Points Outside Blog
Definitely. Many small ones do add up. Plus you never know how many referrals will be generated as a result. The little ones do count.
1:20pm • #3
JAN
26
2008
Outside Blog

I just stopped by to welcome you to Active Rain. I hope that you find it a great benefit to your business and that you see the value that I have also found here.

4:06pm • #4

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Bonnie Tegge

Virginia Beach, VA

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Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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