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The SCARIEST Calls we get in Real Estate aren't just on Halloween

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Godzyk Real Estate Services NH License 033394

When the phone rings, I amswer. Some times though I do not hear what I woudl expect. Real Estate is a business of selling. Not just selling a home but a service. I strive to offer a greater service than those who work in my area. More sevice, more communication, more marketing and more personal interactive. When the phone rings I answer. With that strategy come the good, sales people, scammers, the bad and not so ordinary calls. Please enjoy some of my scariest calls heard here in the Manchester NH area. 

 

THE TOP 13 CALLS ARE:

 

13. Do you have a home that is not selling that the seller has to move, and may want me to stay there to watch it for free? 

 

12. You have a home for sale for $250,000, will the owner take $200,000?

 

11. I am calling to get you on the first page of every Google service for only $1000. My answer "click"

 

10. Do you have any rent to own homes?

 

9. This is Mrs. Agent from XYZ national company, I live in the "Main Street" Condominiums where you just listed a home. I actually list all the homes in this neighborhood and think you should refer this listing to me? "Uggh NO"

 

8.  I am thinking of buying a home and have a list of about 20 homes I would like to see. ME: Have you been pre qualified yet? NO, I do not need to as I wont be ready to get a mortgage for 4-5 years. 

 

7. And one of the scariest call all agents may under stand, starts with "Hello, this is XYZ with Zillow looking to sell you a zip code in your county (that is actually in MA when I am in NH).

 

6. When showing a home the buyer states, this is a great kitchen, look at that pie the seller baked. Followed by can I have a piece?

 

4. Would the seller leave all their furniture at no cost. 

 

3. A home seller who when told their asking price is a good $50,000 to much, calls to say "well yes, it has a lot of sentimental value, that is worth every penny of 50 grand cause it is mine"

 

2. Would the seller mind if we came back to use the pool, asked a buyer.

 

1. Can I see "123 Main Street at noon?" Are you an agent? no. Are you a home buyer? no. But you want to see this home and you are not looking to buy a home? No, we are bored and just want to see what the inside of this home looks like.

 

 

THE BOTTOM LINE is that as agents we get flooded with calls in any given day. They all have to be anwered if you want to provide the best service to your clients. 

 

There is a difference from agent to agent.  That a Buyer or Seller should not choose just any agent, choose the BEST agent for the job. My philosophy is simple, provide more personal and professional service to guide my clients through each step of the buying or selling process. All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest. Those that hire me, find a dedication like no other.

  

 

 

 

To CONTACT Scott Godzyk please call 603.661.2121 or EMAIL: Sctprop@aol.com .

 

  

About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. Proud to be locally owned and operated with 30 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area.We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs. Servicing Hillsborough, Rockingham, Merrimack and Belknap counties. 

 

    

 

 

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Comments(29)

Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Thanks Sandy Padula and Norm Padula, JD, GRI NMLS#1483386 . I was driving down the street to an appointment, saw this display and flipped around to get some pictures. I have answered the phone more than my fair share over 32 years and have heard from funny to hair raising questions. 

Oct 17, 2017 07:48 AM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Thank you for the chuckle. You have received some interesting calls.

Oct 17, 2017 07:50 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hi Scott Godzyk, Central FL attracts many visitors mainly for its theme parks, when it's a rainy day, visitors want to drive around and see homes just to kill some time.  Never a dull day in the world of a real estate agent.

Oct 17, 2017 08:05 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Oh my Scott, these mut be the relatives of the wacky phone calls we get!

Oct 17, 2017 08:25 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Thanks for the laughs this morning Scott!  Some days........it's kind of like - you must be kidding!!!

Oct 17, 2017 10:45 AM
Doug Rogers
RE/MAX Coastal Properties - Destin, FL
Your Real Estate Resource!

Geezz, been there done that with most of these

Oct 17, 2017 10:46 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Yes indeed Gita Bantwal and they are a pleasure to share, but not always to get

Oct 17, 2017 11:52 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I had fun looking at homes one rainy day i was there too Beth Atalay , it seems like it is th ething to do

Oct 17, 2017 11:53 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I love reading yours Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 because i think the same thing

Oct 17, 2017 11:53 AM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

You have me laughing out loud right now...hilarious! 

Oct 17, 2017 11:58 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Between reality shows and the internet, there is some crazy ideas out there Anna Banana Kruchten,CRS,CRB,GRI 

Oct 17, 2017 11:58 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

SOme seem to happen again and again Doug Rogers 

Oct 17, 2017 11:59 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I like to teach or entertain Susan Haughton , so i did my job

Oct 17, 2017 11:59 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Scott - That's a pretty good list - I think I've had every one of them at least a couple of times - except the swimming pool one - they're pretty rare here.

Oct 17, 2017 12:40 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Thanks for the comment Dick Greenberg , yes some of them i hear quite often while others are one in a lifetime but i am sure i will have some to add next year at this time

Oct 17, 2017 03:55 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

"I am calling to get you on the first page of every Google service for only $1000."

I hate that one too, Scott!

Oct 17, 2017 04:08 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Good morning Scott.

I've got a few of those however, some of what you wrote about hasn't happened to me yet.  The day has just started so one never knows what will happen during the day

Oct 18, 2017 02:18 AM
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 speechless, Scott Godzyk.  Wow ...

Gene 

Oct 18, 2017 11:07 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Scott - thank you for that collection of humorous non starters.

Oct 21, 2017 05:13 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Scott

Those ARE some pretty scary questions. And no doubt there will be others to add to your list!

Jeff

Oct 21, 2017 11:02 PM