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Do You Like the Idea of a Designated KIDDIE CORNER at My Maitland Real Estate Office?

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Real Estate Agent with Casa Latino Four Corners, REALTOR, CDPE

Hello, Friend--

I am at the point in my business where my purpose is to make YOUR experience in Buying a home the best that it can be.  While you may or may not have school-age children, I want to make THEIR experience in the Buying process the best it can be, too.  So, when you show up at my office for your initial consultation for us to discuss what's really important to you about Buying a home, I want the office to be comfortable both for you and for your kids, if you have them. 

While at the office, you will notice that we have one of the nicest real estate offices in the area.  We even just had new A/Cs installed in October 2008.  Our meeting rooms are also roomy and well-appointed.  We EVEN have a Kiddie Corner (shown below). 

 

Here's my dilemma:  While I think that even HAVING a designated Kiddie Corner is a great idea, I think that ours could use some sprucing up.  I need your help with stocking said Kiddie Corner.  Here is a list of what we currently have for your school-aged children:

Watson Realty Corp. Coloring Books-Those are a MUST! 

Just Plain Paper to Draw, Write, or Color On

Writing Utensils (Washable Markers, Crayons)

A Few Assorted Games (Bingo, Chutes and Ladders, Chess-Missing Some Pieces--, Etc.)

Very Few Books (I KNOW We Need More of Those)

Write Your Own Funny Phrases Booklet (A Knock-Off of Mad Libs?)

Some Lost Pieces from Some Un-Remembered Games or Toys (Sad, but True)

So, What Suggestions Do YOU Have to for Us to Buy to Add to/Revamp Our Kiddie Corner?  Anyone is invited to comment, especially if you have some great suggestions!

Now, I'm not yet going to run out and buy an X-Box or PlayStation for my customers to have at my office for kids but what else can we add to this short list of supplies for your kids while you are with them at my office?

I'm Lisa with Watson Realty Corp.  I'm an agent that helps you find a home here in the area.  I specialize with working with Buyers & Sellers here in Orange and Seminole counties.  You can check me out on some of my websites below or just Google me to make sure I'm a legitimate REALTOR®.  J 

I look forward to hearing from you. 

Best,

Lisa Spalding          

Watson Realty Corp., REALTOR                                  

407-673-4200 Office

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407-267-0304 Cell

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Hi Lisa, this is a great idea and you are cultivating the clients of the future too!  Nice post, worthy of any office having a Kids Corner Lisa.

Nov 09, 2008 10:05 AM
Heather the Realtor Orlando, Lake Mary
LemonTree Realty - Orlando, FL
First Time Home Buyers, Bank Owned Homes

I honestly find coloring to be the best occupier, just regular office supplies unless they are not at least the age of 2, dont go over board, the more options the worse it makes it.

Nov 09, 2008 12:43 PM
Lisa Spalding
Casa Latino Four Corners, REALTOR, CDPE - Longwood, FL
REALTOR, CDPE

Gary-  Thanks for your comment!  Do you have one at your office? 

 

Nov 10, 2008 12:08 AM
Lisa Spalding
Casa Latino Four Corners, REALTOR, CDPE - Longwood, FL
REALTOR, CDPE

Heather-  Thank you, too, for your comment.  Coloring, hmm?  That's what kept 2 kids occupied yesterday while their parents were in for their first visit.  Didn't hear a peep out of them, so I guess you're right.  I encourage parents to leave their kids at home while searching for a home but sometimes they just have to bring them.  Heck, sometimes I myself have trouble getting MY kids looked after while I'm trying to meet with customers or show homes!  :) 

Nov 10, 2008 12:11 AM
Rob Arnold
Sand Dollar Realty Group, Inc. - Altamonte Springs, FL
Metro Orlando Full Service - Investor Friendly & F

I always keep a few kiddie toys around the office to keep them occupied.  You can find a lot of good things at the dollar store.  The only thing about crayons and markers is making sure the kids are marking up walls and furniture.  You have to be a little careful there.

Nov 10, 2008 06:05 AM
Lisa Spalding
Casa Latino Four Corners, REALTOR, CDPE - Longwood, FL
REALTOR, CDPE

Rob-  Dollar store!  Great idea!  Yeah, I think my broker would have a fit if the walls got written on.  But, of all the kids that have been to the office, none have even been that ill-behaved to try to write on the walls. BUT, that IS food for thought--Washable markers only, then.  Thanks for the comment. 

Nov 10, 2008 10:59 AM
Debbie Summers
Charles Rutenberg Realty - New Smyrna Beach, FL

Lisa - I'm on board with Rob... Hit the dollar store, I always try and have books in the car for kids to read while out riding around...

Nov 11, 2008 12:45 AM
Lisa Spalding
Casa Latino Four Corners, REALTOR, CDPE - Longwood, FL
REALTOR, CDPE

Debbie-  I guess the people have spoken and I'm off to the dollar store this weekend!  Thanks for the comment.  :)

Nov 11, 2008 08:27 AM