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The Power Of A Snack

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

 

 

A few days ago, there were two scheduled showings at 2911 Montebello Terrace, and the temperatures were in the triple digits.

 

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Of course, I got there early to make sure the Air Conditioning was set, the shades open and turn on lights.

Put the key in the lock and found my seller in the house trying to leave way before I arrived.

She wanted to make me and the potential buyers feel welcome. She quickly went back to the refrigerator and handed me an ice-cold bottle of water before she ran out the door.

The house was in perfect show condition and...  there were snacks in several rooms.

 

 

 Snacks at June's house

 

After touring the back yard, tiki bar, summer kitchen, pool, and koi pond, one of the buyers opened the outdoor cooler surprised to find iced drinks, and I said: "please help yourself!''

We were plenty hot and went in to tour the cool house.

There seemed to be some interest, and we sat around sipping our drinks and nibbling on the grapes and goodies.

The touches of this seller made the house so inviting that the buyers stayed longer than usual. It was a perfect time to find out their needs, talk about the pros of this house, financing, the sale of their home, and their time-line. 

The snack display added to the warmth and caring shown by this home's owner. 

If these potential buyers do make an offer... it will be attributed to

The power of a snack!

 

Margaret Rome

 

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Comments (39)

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRB, CRS 602-380-4886 This feeling of being welcomed invites the potential buyer to stay longer.

Jul 25, 2019 06:25 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Kathy Streib Very very thoughtful and a very very refreshing. This is a very busy seller who just makes time. I have the best clients!!!

Jul 25, 2019 06:33 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Grant Schneider For sure     "... that touch can really help to increase interest knowing the type of people who care for the house."

Jul 25, 2019 06:34 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Margaret Rome, Baltimore Maryland ,

Isn't it fabulous your seller wanted to make sure the buyers were comfortable and enjoying all the attributes of their home. Some sellers just want them to go in and get out..your seller realizes bonding is so important and used snacks to make sure that happened. Good for them..well coached:).

Jul 25, 2019 06:52 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

That was certainly a smart seller - I hope that offer is on the way!

Jul 26, 2019 02:46 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I too hope the buyers make an offer. What a thoughtful and savvy seller.  It's the little things that can sure add up to make a huge difference. 

Jul 26, 2019 07:23 AM
Jill Sackler
Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc. 516-575-7500 - Long Beach, NY
LI South Shore Real Estate - Broker Associate

I find most buyers refuse an invitation to eat or drink but it's great when they accept and decide to stick around for all the reasons you mentioned.

Jul 26, 2019 01:45 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR It was a pleasure and they did it all on their own.

Jul 26, 2019 07:50 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD Very thoughtful seller and honored to be working with her!

Jul 26, 2019 07:52 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Jill Sackler It just worked out. It was a brutally hot day. We toured the back yard and pool first and then the house. It felt very natural when I took a cold bottle of refreshing water and they followed my lead. When I sat down so did they.

Jul 26, 2019 07:54 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Margaret Rome, Baltimore Maryland - This is what it is all about.  I think this is a fabulous idea.  Buyers will really feel the house more the longer they linger. 

Jul 27, 2019 11:32 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Sheri Sperry - MCNE® It was a fabulous idea for this situation. Always good to see you.

Jul 27, 2019 11:53 AM
Robin Wells
WellSwept Chimneys - Victoria Harbour, ON
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Thanks for post.  And a great idea!  I trust it paid them dividends in return.

Jul 27, 2019 02:43 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
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Robin Wells  Glad that you liked my seller's idea.

Jul 27, 2019 07:55 PM
Mary Hutchison, SRES, ABR
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate-Kansas City Homes - Kansas City, MO
Experienced Agent in Kansas City Metro area

Oh how thoughtful!  I have seen candy dishes set out, and water--but this seller went way beyond!  Very smart!

Jul 29, 2019 10:09 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Mary Hutchison, SRES, ABR Very very smart and so good to see you!

Jul 29, 2019 07:25 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
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Love it!  I am sure that it left the buyers feeling much better with this hospitality than they did at any of the other homes they looked at.

Aug 10, 2019 02:44 AM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375
Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA
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Margaret Rome, Baltimore Maryland 
So important to have a Seller you can rely on as you try to sell a home.
All the best - Lynn

Oct 03, 2019 08:39 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Bob Crane The buyers all loved it stayed longer for talking about the house. Always check with parents to make sure the kids have permission to partake.

Oct 05, 2019 06:38 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Lynn B. Friedman This is such a very special seller!!

Oct 05, 2019 06:39 PM