Since this is the time of year to tell scary stories, it made me think of some of the odd things that have happened to me or members of my team over the years. Enjoy. I feel sure that every one of you has some sort of Trick or Treat for the Realtor story you could share!
The Basement. I was showing a home to my single, female buyer in Indiana. We walked downstairs to check out the basement. She went to the right but I stopped in my tracks. There was a TV, folding chair and a sandwich in the left corner of the basement. But this was a VACANT home. I tried my best to hustle my buyer out of there quickly as she kept giving me a look of "Why?" When we got outside, I told her what I saw and she almost fainted. Then I called the proper authorities to let them know there was a squatter in that vacant house.
The Kitchen. I was holding an open house. The sellers were wonderful - they had the home in perfect condition, lights on in appropriate places, soft music and even a plate of freshly-baked cookies on the kitchen counter. And a cute little sign saying, "Enjoy." Since I had a few minutes to spare, I decided to sample the cookies. As I went to take a bite, I looked at the plate and saw something moving. I looked at the cookie in my hand and saw more of that something moving. ANTS. The counter also held the seller's herb garden and there was a marching line of ants heading over to the cookie plate for their dessert. YUK. The front doorbell rang - I dumped the contents (and serving plate) right in the trash. I scooted the herb garden over and ran to show the house.
The Dog. This particular dog ran the show, intermission and all, for these sellers. Cupcake China Doll. "But we call her Sweetums." Okay. Sweetums couldn't be confined for showings, the crate was too hard on her psyche. Sweetums couldn't go outside because her wittle paws would be too wet or cold. Sweetums free spirit also didn't allow her to spend time in the laundry room or extra room. So, I said I'd run over for showings and take care of Sweetums. BIG MISTAKE. The very first showing I ran over about 10 minutes ahead of time. I walked into the house and there was Sweetums and she had left about 5 sweet little presents for me all over the house. This little dog could really produce - if you know what I mean! I started running around cleaning up, with Sweetums barking and jumping right along with me. Needless to say, I'd promised the sellers I'd take care of everything and I did - for the entire 41 days it was on the market.
These are just a few of my favorites. What are some of yours? I'd love to hear about your special encounters in the wonderful world of real estate!
Susan Brown, Your Texas Connection sells real estate in Walden on Lake Houston, Eagle Springs, Summerwood, Atascocita, TX, Kingwood Greens, Royal Shores & Kingwood, TX - just to name a few! Susan's the team leader for Your Texas Connection at Keller Williams Realty NE. Visit their website for more in depth info about the team and what they can do for you. Or call Susan direct (281) 415-1454 if you'd like her to start working on your behalf today!
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