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Brokers Caravan, what an opportunity!

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty

I have participated in Open houses, Broker's opens and Office tours but today was different. Today I particpated in a Caravan of agents from various offices to view listings that have a relative close proximity to each other.

We all met at the first home with flyers from everyones listing prepared by the main co-ordinator. As we walked through the home we could make notes on the flyer as to price opinion, ideas for helping sale, etc. Then the co-ordinator would assemble these notes and give to respective agent at a later time.

                                                          

I am the observant type and love to just listen to what everyone has to say and boy was it interesting. This is a great way to get to know your fellow agents in the business. It is also a great way to view a number of homes in a short period of time. Thankfully no-one hid my shoes this time:)

I am already thinking about the listings I viewed today and which of my clients may like to take a look.. so next time your asked to participate graciously do so, for your seller, your buyer and for you!

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Paul McDuell
Realty Benefit - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

That's way to do it!

Jun 19, 2008 10:09 AM
Adam Brett
The Adam and Eric Group - Fullerton, CA
The Adam and Eric Group, Fullerton's Finest

This a great way to get a lot of feedback about the home you are trying to sell.  I try to do a broker preview within the first week of a new listing.

Jun 19, 2008 10:26 AM
Elaine A. Cook
Connect Realty.com - Bellingham, WA
Bellingham Real Estate

I missed the last one, but I am with you!  Some one was thinking outside of the box!  Brilliant!

Jun 19, 2008 10:52 AM
Debi Ernst
St. Charles County, Missouri - Prudential Alliance Realtors - O'Fallon, MO
GRI, e-PRO, Broker/Sales Associate

I think that's a great idea.  It's a great way to show your clients what other realtors think about their price, etc.  They can also make suggestions to change things...  :)

Jun 19, 2008 03:41 PM
* Rate A Home
Rate A Home - Saugatuck, MI

Katharine, cool idea, I like it...

Jun 19, 2008 05:15 PM
Ronald Gillis
Southwest Florida Notaries (Mortgage Notary Signing Agent) - Port Charlotte, FL
CNSA Southwest Florida. Notaries, Port Charlotte, 941-7-NOTARY

Many don't like these, but as an outsider to Realtors, it always seemed like it would provide more benefit and knowledge, even to the experienced Realtors.  Knowledge is power, and it would seem that these would be a great source of information and knowledge.  IMO

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Jun 20, 2008 04:14 AM
Katharine Carey
eXp Realty - Bellingham, WA

Duane and Ronald- This also gives you an idea what other agents hot buttons are. While some it's updating, others outside appearance and what I really enjoyed was the way each agent sold us on their listing. Knowledge is a good thing:)

Jun 20, 2008 05:25 AM
Charity Lane
O'Brien Realty - Prince Frederick, MD

I'm working on organizing one similar to this instead of just my brokerage. Glad to hear it was a good experience for you with lots of great feedback.

Jul 09, 2008 03:33 PM
Sandra Carlisle (Ayers)
Berkshire Hathaway California Properties - Newport Beach, CA
Real Estate Marketing & Sales

You mean you don't have Broker Preview already?  It saves so much time.  Glad to hear someone started it.  I can go on a broker preview everyday of the week here. 

The area I specialize in is on Thursday from 11-2.  The surrounding areas are different days of the week.  Our MLS has a special area where we add our new or re-freshed listings to the preview.  Very simple, like an open house tour.

Before the MLS did this for us, an office organized it for every broker.  It would also be a great idea for a Title Company or lender if they wanted to prospect and meet the agents from various brokerages.  Just an idea....

Jul 09, 2008 03:49 PM
Steve Shatsky
Dallas, TX

This is a great way to view new listings and many areas have such a caravan.  I just wonder, as gas prices continue to rise, how much longer they will be well attended. 

Jul 09, 2008 04:06 PM
Katharine Carey
eXp Realty - Bellingham, WA

Sandra- Like the idea of bringing title in, perhaps escrow too1

Steve- things may have slowed down a bit but I think we can fiqure out how to work together to make it happen!! This is such a great opportunity, for an expanded view of the market.

Jul 09, 2008 04:36 PM
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