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Relate Car Salespeople to Real Estate Salespeople? No Way!

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Real Estate Agent with Bucci Realty, Inc. BK3064647

Recently I accompanied my son when he purchased a new car.  As a general rule I really do not like anything having to do with the car buying process

This particular time was more tolerable for several reasons.

  • He was dealing with someone I had recommended and trusted.
  • The salesman's reputation was topnotch in the local community.  His Facebook page had many endorsements and recommendations from previous customers.
  • Among his competitors he has been recognized as one of the top performers.
  • He listened and allowed his customer to make the final decision although the finances were between the finance folks and the customer.  He did not need to get involved beyond understand the finance-ability and budget of the customer.
  • He understood that, in the end, his customer had to feel good about the transaction and that the deal was fair.

How does this relate to the home buying or home selling process? 

Buyers and sellers should choose a real estate agent who is recognized among peers as competent, recommended by former customers, and you can trust.  Choose one who listens and understands your goals including budgets.

As for buying a car anytime soon....no.   My general rule mentioned above continues to be my attitude.

Need a good car sales professional in Merritt Island, Florida? Ask me!

Need a good real estate professional in Melbourne and Merritt Island, Florida?  Call me at 321-693-3850 or send me an email!

 

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Gary L. Waters, is a Florida licensed real estate broker associate with Bucci Realty, Inc. in Melbourne, Florida.  

 Call or text me directly at 321-693-3850.

 

 

 

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Comments(20)

Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

Good afternoonGary,

Having spent a good portion of my career in the auto industry and had lots of referral's I can relate.

When someone calls to find a referral I only have a handful and occasionally have to go assist.

Make yourself an astonishing day.

Feb 01, 2016 02:17 AM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Thanks, Raymond.  When it comes to cars...will always be referral and experience!

Feb 01, 2016 02:24 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Gary buying a car can be a not so great experience for sure.  Having a trusted salesperson is the only way to buy a car.  As you said - same goes for choosing a real estate agent.  I would definitely recommend you to home buyers and sellers in Melbourne FL.

Feb 01, 2016 02:30 AM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Anna Banana Kruchten - Thanks! have a wonderful AZ week!

Feb 01, 2016 02:39 AM
Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate
ZOOM Realty Group - Cocoa Beach, FL
"The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida

Hmmm...we worked with an awesome salesman on Merritt Island when we bought my husband's new SUV last year. Wonder if it was the same guy?

 

Feb 01, 2016 06:51 AM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

It was at Erdman so who knows?  Same dealership/owner!

Feb 01, 2016 08:17 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Hi Gary.  I may need to come and ask you when I buy my next car, since I really don't know any good car salesmen.

Feb 01, 2016 08:14 PM
Maria Gilda Racelis
Home Buyers Realty, LLC-Manchester, Bolton. Vernon,Ellington - Manchester, CT
Home Ownership is w/in Reach. We Make it Happen!

Good Morning Gary,

Relocating buyers already have a great advantage if they hire you.. and they better be. It is their loss if they don't.

Feb 01, 2016 08:40 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Gabe Sanders - You look like a BMW guy or maybe Mercedes...Don't know those guys ! Have a great day!

Feb 01, 2016 11:21 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Maria Gilda Racelis - Thanks.  Send me some of your snowbirds, please!

Feb 01, 2016 11:21 PM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

I'm totally with you on avoiding the car buying experience if I can, Gary L. Waters, Broker Owner, Waters Realty of Brevard, LLC ... 

But you're absolutely right in your assessment of how we should .. and do .. choose those we work with.  Trust is a HUGE factor.

Gene 

 

Feb 02, 2016 06:00 AM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi Gary L. Waters, Broker Owner, Waters Realty of Brevard, LLC You're at the top of my list for brokers in real estate in the Melbourne, FL area. Yes, I would certainly ask for your recommendations for a car salesman in the area if I was planning on buying a car there. Knowing someone you can trust and who actually listens and understands the customer's needs is a high plus.

Feb 02, 2016 12:42 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Gene Mundt, Chicago-area Mortgage Lender - www.genemundt.com - Wish you were down here for my customers!

Feb 03, 2016 12:08 AM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Jerry Newman - Thanks.  You're my go to Realtor in San Antonio as well!  BTW, nice speaking with you on Sunday.  Have a great week!

Feb 03, 2016 12:10 AM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

It is easier to find a good real estate agent online than a car salesperson. 

Feb 05, 2016 08:18 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Gita Bantwal - So true! Have a great week!

Feb 08, 2016 02:11 AM
Mike Frazier
Carousel Realty of Dyer County - Dyersburg, TN
Northwest Tennessee Realtor

Gary, as a whole car salesman and real estate agents have been known in times past as shady at best. Hopefully, both car salesmen and real estate agents have improved the image others have of us.

Feb 11, 2016 06:01 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

I've been connected to the car business in one way or another since I was 20....that's a long time. LOL

It's not surprising you feel the way you do, most feel the same way. Rightly so.

Feb 12, 2016 11:18 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Mike Frazier - I sure hope so. We all do our part to clean up the image but bad news spreads fast...and good slowly!

Sharon Tara - I wish I could shake the attitude but I am now 60 so it is ingrained!

Feb 13, 2016 01:58 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Great points Gary L. Waters, Broker Owner, Waters Realty of Brevard, LLC  the trust factor is first and foremost in any business transaction !

Feb 28, 2016 10:55 PM