My Open House Results... You don't have to take your shoes off, but please check your attitude at the door

I read pat kennedy's too and like you have heard my fair share of whiners lately both agents and buyers at open houses. Seems as if the whole world has gone whine crazy!  

We all get them during open houses.

The worst ones are those who don't even acknowledge you when you greet them. They breeze through with a permanent scowl in their faces. Then they'll make snide remarks about the house being priced too high, or requires a lot of work. When I try to engage them they literally sniff and say they don't need help.

So when I see people like that come in, and most will, by their demeanor alone, telegraph what kind of looker they are, I leave them alone, and speak with those who seem to truly be interested.

Par for the course....

I've sent a number of customers packing in my life without any remorse.  Why let a jackass ruin your day?

Debbie - if only all foreclosure properties looked this good - they would not last in our market. Pay no attention to that whinney buyer - they are a dime a dozen

Hi Debbie, Thankfully, you only had ONE bad apple at your Open House.. It sounds like you had some great activity and it might just bring you a buyer!! God bless,

Deb, next time have them call me, I love to converse with customers that can teach me a thing or two about our market.  bring them on-  be good cheryl

With those gorgeous hardwoods, people might want to take off thier shoes!  And thank you for the link!

I agree, this house appears to show really well. Nice & Clean for a Foreclosure. In our area (Grass Valley, CA -- Sierra foothills) a home like this would sell for closer to $300K and if it looked & felt as good as your photos show it . . . multiple offers would be likely.

I suppose some folks are just born complainers. Something is always wrong or irritating to them and on top of that it is always someone elses fault. I am glad you were able to keep your smile going that day. Way to go, Debbie!

To quote Terry Edwards above: "I've sent a number of customers packing in my life without any remorse. Why let a jackass ruin your day?"

I am working on strenthening my resolve in this regard, regularly, though it is awkward at times . . . . Cheers to you Terry!

Good luck with this listing Debbie! Keep us posted of your progress :)

Paul

Theres always one!   I love it when its a foreclosure with a price CONSIDERABLY under the value, due to some work needed, it just fits into a buyers price range, and they either complain about work needed (it would be priced higher if in good condition-duh!) or they think the taxes are too high (again it is assessed so much higher, of course the tax bill is higher=duh!)....

They don't see the way they are getting more for less, but of course with some cost - WORK!!!

Ughghg!  I try to explain to my friends why work is so difficult right now.  I have a good bit of business (we always want more, though, don't we?!) so it is not money...it is simply that everyone just whines and complains about EVERYTHING right now.  Stop it!  Roll up your sleeves and get to work on being part of the solution instead of complaining about the problems.

I've said it before and I'll say it again.  Get off the couch everyone and go get some excercise.  There's a big wonderful world out there and, all things considered if you live in America, you've still got it pretty good.  Even if it is pretty bad by American standards, it's still pretty GOOD by the rest of the world's standards.

Life is GOOD!  Go enjoy it!

I hear you and feel your pain on the compaint department 'in box'.

My biggest hurdle recently has been buyer clients making offers on short sales & foreclosures at 25-35% below the current asking price in hopes of 'stealing' the home. Regardless of what the market is at that point.

Then they lose the home to another bid and complain that they really wish they had gotten that home, etc. . . .hmm, how about offering the reasonable asking price that is on the distressed property to begin with - or - at least something close to it.

Sorry, didnt mean to stretch off topic here.

Hi Debbie, has this foreclosure sold for you yet? What is the latest on thie one?

Cheers folks,

Paul
Green Acres 101
United Country - Town & Country Realty

Debbie, sorry to hear about the experience. I haven't had good luck with open houses in a long time and I have had too much experience with buyers wanting to negotiate my commission. All the available information online has given buyer's the idea that they know what they are doing and they are so wrong. I hope your next open house is a success.

Hi Debbie,

Cheers to the good offer that came in near the asking on this one.

We talk a lot about the current real estate market being a clean up period for agents that really should be finding other businesses to hang their hats in. The recent decade of boom is over and the market is just not able to keep those that are not serious about consistantly striving for excellence within our industry. the agent with the $20K under & $2K incremental counters is likely heading in that direction too . . . Real Estate is not for everyone, but it is a great place for those that are exceptional with customer service, high integrity and strong values.

Anyone who has visited your blogs alone Debbie knows that you are a dedicated Realtor and one who truly cares.

Congratulations on the Dec 10th close!

Paul
Green Acres 101
United Country - Town & Country Realty