As realtors we tend to remember the deals that go bad or a client's lack of appreciation.

Yet if you think about it there are many more who show their appreciation; and to all those buyers and sellers I want to say, THANK YOU! You brighten my day and inspire me to carry on.

I reflected on this, this past week.  You see, a couple I helped find a house three years ago had a realtor appreciation day.  Yes they actually cooked me lunch.  This couple is still happy with the house, the area, and the realtor.

The time we spent together was used to discuss the existing real estate market, catch up on the most recent grandchild photos, gardening and just life in general.  I left there feeling great, and I was motivated to go find more clients like this couple.  What a difference from the clients who lack appreciation, never giving a thought to all the advertising dollars spent, the endless phone calls, the days you get stood up and most of all begrudging the commission negotiated.

Yes some clients do get it - realtors are professionals and our time is valuable. 

To complete the week, I received a call from another past client who wanted to give me a referral.  She said she thought of me right away and knew her friend would be in good hands.

So please join me in thanking all those past clients and prospects who really get it.  Realtors provide a service which should be acknowledged and paid for.

We are not door mats.

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Jennifer Fivelsdal