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Sticky Situation

By
Real Estate Agent with John L. Scott Anacortes

                                             

I love the classified ads.  Calling on FSBO's can be a great way to capture hot leads.  When I see an ad like this I automatically think, "there's a divorce on the way".  I've listed a few homes when divorce was the leading motivator.  As a Realtor, I'm called upon to do a lot more in the way of counseling in divorce situations.  It's not easy and I try my best to stay as neutral as possible.  I'm amazed at how people open up to me and sometimes, they just unload on me.  If I have the time, I try to help just by being a good listener and giving them a chance to vent.  My best advice to my clients has been to just do what's fair and equitable, and with that in mind, just be decent to each other.