When rain falls in Southern California the freeways are littered with fender benders and few residents venture out unless they absolutely must. Since attending an open house is an optional activity, many real estate agents cancel a scheduled open house in the event of rain. Not me.
Some of my most successful open houses were held in the pouring rain. Here is why I do not let weather dictate whether I hold an open house:
1. I Keep My Word--I have a commitment to the sellers to keep the schedule I promised. They may have told friends and neighbors it will be open. A "No Show" is not the brand I want to promote when my name is on the sign in the front lawn.
2. I Spread the Word: Open house ads are due on Wednesday and from that point forward I am committed to holding it open. Online ads are in place, it is posted on the MLS and all other avenues of advertising are used to maximize exposure. If one ready, willing and able buyer walks through the door my efforts are not wasted; if I cancel they were wasted.
If a family loads the kids in the car on a wet, soggy day in hopes of seeing one particular house, and there are no open house signs welcoming them when they enter the neighborhood, I have disappointed and dashed their hope. No, not me.
3. My Character Is on Display: What a wonderful way to convey to clients and consumers alike that rain or shine I work to help them fulfill their real estate objectives.
Now, where is that yellow slicker? 6580 Sea Cove, Rancho Palos Verdes will be open 1-4pm today!
Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800
South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate, property, houses and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.
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