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So Lonely...First Time Home Buyer Class

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Real Estate Agent

A few weeks ago, I saw a great opportunity arise.  

It was a classroom session with a local lender (many of us use in the community) offering a FREE evening class for real estate agents on the county's first time home buyer program and all the fine nuances involved within that program.

Being a "newer" agent, I immediately jumped on this opportunity as I believe ignorance may be bliss, but knowledge is power.

As the day for the class/training approached, I made sure to have my schedule open so as not to miss it.

On the morning of the training, I received a phone call from the lender holding the training.  I eagerly answered as I guessed she was simply calling to confirm my intention to attend...not so.

Instead, she called to inform me the class was canceled.  "Canceled", I asked? "But why?" to which she responded, "You are the only agent who signed up."  

I was surprised especially since TRID (new lending laws) just went into effect and I want to know how it will impact programs such as this one which require home inspections and repairs that could affect closing costs and time frames.

With audible dismay, I sighed, "Ok" and then the lender totally brightened up my day.

She said, "How about we meet for lunch and I go over this program with you in detail one-to-one?"

I jumped at the chance to learn more and we are all set to meet this upcoming week.  

Now not only will I get my much needed info but at an even better location as well!

Not so lonely after all....Business  

 

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~Aimee Schmitt

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Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

That is re.

You never know about the opportunities present in front of you.

But you have about 30 sec to grab it or lose it.

Sam Shueh

Oct 16, 2015 10:42 AM
Aimee Schmitt

This is so true Sam, thanks for reading my post.

Oct 16, 2015 02:44 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Nice Aimee, now you turned the failed class opportunity into a great networking event as well as a personal coaching session with your lender!

Oct 16, 2015 11:17 AM
Aimee Schmitt

Thanks Bob, I know I felt like saying "cha-ching"! I won a prize after all.

Oct 16, 2015 02:45 PM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

      Hi, Aimee.  Knowledge is definitely power... and you are on the road to success with such a great attitude! 

Oct 16, 2015 11:35 AM
Aimee Schmitt

Hi Fred, thanks for reading my post!  So glad you agree :)

Oct 16, 2015 02:46 PM
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

 One on one's makes it so much better to ask questions and dig deep into the new to you program! Enjoy your lunch and the lesson and company!

Oct 16, 2015 11:53 AM
Aimee Schmitt

I totally agree Evelyn, I will learn even more this way. Thanks!

Oct 16, 2015 02:47 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

It appears that your reward for signing up will not only be the knowledge, but the lunch  well.  Enjoy

Oct 16, 2015 12:20 PM
Aimee Schmitt

Spot on Ed, and oh if you knew where we are meeting, you may get jealous...Thanks!

Oct 16, 2015 02:47 PM