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What You Don't Know - Might Not Always Hurt You.

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with KGC Properties LLC, Tucson Property Management & Real Estate

Many blogs have written about topics such as: Is it the right time to buy? Ways to get buyers to buy now. Interest rates are low - buy now!

These blogs are filled with great information to help Buyers. But, there are still lots of people simply doing nothing or waiting until they "hear" things have improved;  for a better interest rate before they make a purchase; or until everyone else is doing it. 

Yesterday came with a surprise: A new client - and a new thing: 

He doesn't know or care what the news or other people's opinions are about real estate. 

  • He just has an interest in buying a house.
  • He is purchasing based on what he needs and can afford; not what the interest rate is or how much home he can buy with a lower rate or whether or not it's a good deal on a foreclosure.
  • He knows a lot about what's important to HIM and he doesn't want to clutter his decisions based on a trend or what everyone else is saying or doing.

Shifting gears - I saw a new perspective - being unaware might put him ahead of the rest.  

  • Maybe, what he doesn't know just might help him. 
  • Maybe, the popular way isn't always the best way.
  • Perhaps doing something without knowing what everyone is saying - beats doing nothing at all.

Knowledge is important.  But sometimes what we know, or think we know, could stop us from doing something.  "We" as a society, tend to get caught up in trends, or norms and follow the masses instead of thinking for ourselves.

For this new client, not knowing the popular opinion is a good place for him to be.  He is forming his own opinion based on what he wants and his experiences. And it is giving him the freedom to think and do what's right for him.  Oddly, sometimes not knowing gives people the power to succeed.

Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com

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This blog is written with my opinions and my opinions are  presented with accuracy but not guarantees. Please talk to a professional before making any real estate, financial or agency decisions.    Gabrielle Kamahele Rhind - 2014. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission: KGCProperties@gmail.com .

 

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Konnie Mac McCarthy
MacNificent Properties, LLC - Cobb Island, MD
Broker/Owner - VA & MD "Time To Get A Move On!"

Here Here...isn't that a breath of fresh air...someone who is reasonable. I have one guy, bless his little heart, I have been working with for a while...a long while..and he is looking "for a good deal" and I told him he is going to wait himself out of the market.

Mar 20, 2009 11:58 PM
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Gabrielle, there is an old saying, "If someone jumps off a bridge will you follow." Following the group isn't always productive or safe. It's nice to know there are some people who are independent thinkers and know what they want without the influences of majority. Great post and good luck with your client.

Mar 21, 2009 12:13 AM
Kathy Carson
Lynchburg eXp - Lynchburg, VA
Realtor, Lynchburg, VA, VA Homes - Lynchunberg,Bedford, Campbell

Gabrielle - I call those buyers my motivated buyers - I wish I had a couple now - all I have is people who think they know more than they do!  I wish all of them would quit listening to the talking heads in the news!  Good for you - these are the most fun buyers!  Oh and isn't that part of our job getting our buyers the good deals they didn't even know about - work with a good Mortgage Lender and the client gets the benefit!

Mar 21, 2009 12:32 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Gabrielle,

There are good independent thinkers out there..isn't it wonderful??? We see many who are not afraid and have confidence in their decisions..they just have that nagging feeling from their negative co-workers who are not so self assured! Congratulations on a great post!

Mar 21, 2009 12:53 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Hi Gabrielle, yes the herd mentality is alive and well in the US.  I'm not sure if not being informed is a good thing, though.  In this case, he has you to guide him, and you are informed and will keep him from making bad decisions.

Mar 21, 2009 01:18 AM
Connie Goodrich
Keller Williams Realty - McKinney, TX
CRS ABR (McKinney Realtor)Texas

Great point - not let the media be the driver of information but just the purpose at hand - buy a home!  They still will get the benefit of a great time to purchase and wonderful interest rates but the best is they get you to guide them to a wonderful decision!  Good luck!

Mar 21, 2009 02:32 AM
Ilyce Glink
Think Glink Media - Chicago, IL
Best-selling author, award-winning TV/radio host.

Gabrielle- Some people really just know what's best for them, and won't be swayed by others' opinions. Best of luck with this new buyer!

Mar 21, 2009 07:08 AM
Elizabeth Bolton
RE/MAX Destiny Real Estate Cambridge, MA - Cambridge, MA
Cambridge MA Realtor

Hi Gabrielle ~ Well he sounds like a breath of fresh air!  Ever since I got into real estate I've been amazed by how many people are only comfortable doing what everybody else is doing.  Meanwhile someone who follows his own heart and goes against the crowd will get such a better deal right now - and at the same time get the home he wants - which is the whole point anyways.

Liz

Mar 21, 2009 01:14 PM
Gabrielle Kamahele Rhind
KGC Properties LLC, Tucson Property Management & Real Estate - Tucson, AZ
Broker/Owner

GOOD MORNING KONNIE!  Nice way of saying it -- many people will "wait themselves out of the market."  It's hard to watch but there is only so much we can do!  Thanks for visiting! -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING MICHAEL!  It is nice to find an independent thinker!  We made an offer over the weekend and he is thrilled!  Thanks for stopping by!  -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING KATHY!  Yes - it is the great part of the job -- my client found the perfect home and he couldn't believe the price!  He's thrilled!  And I am lucky -- thank you for stopping by! -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING DORIE!  yes -- and not just co-workers - but friends and family discouraging them to to buy!  Toughies!  So I feel lucky this time around! -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING GABE!  Wonderful point.  After all if someone is out looking for a home with you - that is half the battle.  The other half is our job to guide them through it!  Thanks for stopping by! -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING CONNIE!  Keeping clients focused can be a daily challenge based on media reports. Good comment!  Thanks for stopping by! -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING ILYCE!  Yes!  And it is important that people do what's best for themselves!  -- Gabrielle

GOOD MORNING LIZ!  He IS a breathe of fresh air!  Well said!  Thanks for visiting!  -- Gabrielle

Mar 22, 2009 11:59 PM
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