honest intentions in business dealings: whispering sweet nothings...👄 pss...psst!
- 09/30/23 10:02 AM
whispering sweet nothings...👄 pss...psst!
Had a client feign short-term amnesia after signing a buyer broker agreement for the approved time. All initials and signatures were in place, once reviewing the 4-corners of the documents, again.
Apparently, he wanted out of the contract because another agent was whispering sweet nothings in his ear, making promises that I definitely couldn't keep. Neither could the interfering agent!
Anyone can steal but are unable to gain honesty or integrity. -Me
If you, without any warning signs, get a phone call, text message or email from a client, asking to cancel a buyer broker or listing agreement, be bold … (22 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: When does MONEY come before WORK?
- 05/03/23 07:46 AM
When does MONEY come before WORK?
Why, in the dictionary, of course!
There might be a few exceptions, like; a hefty fortune left to a loved one, winning the state lottery or a financial gain by ill-gotten activities. Despite the promises of being given everything right now, by the powers that be, nothing is FREE. Nothing! Someone else always pays the price.
Entitled, lazy people are singularly self-absorbed. Their view of the world is all me-me and less for everyone else with little regard or empathy for their impact on others. That type of behavior comes with every profession, walk of life and my opinion is based … (52 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter.
- 04/12/23 09:17 AM
When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter.
Mortgage lenders place a high importance on pre-qualifying potential home buyers. All collected information goes toward verifying responsible spending habits, on time payments, determining purchase power.
Serious consumers are ready to go, others may need more time or credit repair due to a multitude of reasons. The pre-approval process calls out pretenders that pull everyone in with zero intentions of getting to a satisfied conclusion. Though stringent, a few manage to still sneak through.
Sincerity to follow through on the promise to perform means everyone can trust the series of actions. If there is unrealistic expectations or … (12 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: "Build a bridge and get over it."
- 03/14/22 02:50 PM
"Build a bridge and get over it."
When calling the listing agent on a property for sale, I asked if there were any offers. He told me there were several. After sending in an offer on behalf of my clients, his assistant stated there were no other offers yet.
It was a very weak attempt to push the price up for the buyers. I fail to understand why some practice like this . A good friend, attempting to make light of the situation, said to "Build a bridge and get over it."
And I did, after realizing that my viewpoint was a bit on the naive … (30 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: Sleep better at night.
- 03/08/22 06:20 PM
Sleep better at night.
A home buyer once stated, "Real estate is not rocket science." Being a rocket scientist, she would know that! The client admitted knowing practically nothing about my industry. I had no clue about hers.
In an effort to impress, many agents prefer to practice outside of the knowledge base. They may purport a higher level of expertise by verbally purging from the front facing, lower facial, concave orifice.
That should be avoided at all costs and can potentially end a career. Most consumers prefer a straightforward approach.
Paying attention to clients’ needs first and foremost, being forthright in all dealings, knowing the industry, means success … (15 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: Real eyes. Real lies. Realize.
- 12/22/21 11:09 AM
Real eyes. Real lies. Realize.
Perceptions, actions and reactions play singular roles for each person. What one easily comprehends, another may experience difficulty grasping the meaning or responding appropriately. Mental acuity matters.
Being realistic plays an important role in achieving buyers and sellers goals. Seasoned agents know that most anything can happen and often does. It's a matter of adapting/adjusting as challenges present.
Real eyes. Seeing the world through collective past experiences lends to stability plus it promotes stepping back to pause before moving forward too quickly. Hesitation may be on the side of the decision maker.
Real lies. Sidestepping those who possess the ability … (30 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: Unto others, do you?
- 11/16/21 07:50 AM
Unto others, do you?
Referrals create relationships with outside area real estate professionals, which can, in turn, help future business. Before proceeding forward with a verbal referral agreement, get it in writing:
So your hard work will be rewarded Even if you think you can trust that person Rather than listening to "I'll take care of you."
When spending time and resources, you deserve to be paid upon successful outcomes. Also, do not allow an agent to give you less than anticipated by determining all the expectations up front.
The Golden Rule has served me well throughout life. Grandpa always told me, "Wander, treat people like you … (10 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: I count my money at the ATM. Do you?
- 10/09/21 03:40 PM
I count my money at the ATM. Do you?
Influential public speaker Stephen R. Covey once said that, "Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships."
A woman called, asking me to list the house she recently purchased. I was supposed to be the buyer agent but she went with someone else. She apologized profusely, saying she made a huge mistake!
She wanted to sell NOW because her deceased husband's children had found her...? I later get this message..."Hi Wanda, we won't be able to meet with you, my fiancé and I … (28 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: Hold onto my number, you might need a kidney later on!
- 05/05/21 12:09 PM
Hold onto my number, you might need a kidney later on!
Agent gets a call from potential buyers, saying they saw her online and want to purchase in that area. Further pulling her in, they claim to have not been working with another agent.
She diligently gets started by: -- Confirming they are pre-qualified -- Researching all available properties -- Driving to multiple, local neighborhoods
After showing them several homes, they find the one to buy. When it comes time to sign paperwork on their dream home, she gets a "We need to think about this overnight."
Phoning early the next day, … (40 comments)
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honest intentions in business dealings: Unorificially speaking!
- 05/14/20 12:05 PM
Unorificially speaking!
My clients and I viewed a home that they really liked, showing a lot of interest in the floor plan and the finishes. After registering them with the on-site agent, I was assured the builder would call soon.
That home was listed at $500K. We were told the builder could construct that same floor plan for the same price on another similar lot. An agent on the listing team soon contacted me, offering help.
Suddenly, the sales price went up almost another $125K with other additional costs. (?) He was clearly using the other orifice, haphazardly throwing out numbers like a well-seasoned auctioneer.
An over-inflated ego often overrides the ability to be effective or retain attention, so my clients decided to pass. If the transaction started out this way, … (44 comments)
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