I spent much of this evening showing duplexes to two sisters who want to owner occupy. Duplexes are my least favorite properties to show. The owner occupied ones are usually fine. It's the duplexes with renters that can be an issue.
Sometimes the renters are home which makes everyone a little uncomfortable. There is also an increased chance of a communication problem among the Realtor, owner and the renters.
Usually, the renters are amiable but once in awhile I come across one that is less than cooperative. I can understand the renters being a little put out (literally). There is no gain for them if the property sells and they may very well be forced to move.
When I do show a duplex and the renters are home, I thank them for allowing us in and for putting up with the inconvenience. I also give them my card. This helps them to identify who they are letting into their home and also it may come in handy if they are forced to move and they need a real estate agent.
Every now and then I get to show a duplex that is vacant. No one is happier than I am when that happens. It just doesn't happen often enough.
Take care.
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