You Can't See Me... but I Know You're There!
I don't know what some agents think "Appointment Required" means in an MLS listing, but to me it means that you must make an appointment prior to entering the property. Yes, even if the property is vacant.
When listing a home, I tell the owners that I will put an electronic lock box on their home. An electronic lock box provides better security because I am notified exactly when someone enters the home, and I will know who it is.
With some of my vacant listings, I was notified that the selling agents entered the property after the home was under contract, and I called them right away to inquire. The other agents always seem surprised that I knew they were in the home. Today I had an appraiser set up an appointment for tomorrow, but a little more than an hour later, I was notified that he entered the home. When I immediately called him, he said, "Wow...you're good"!
That is right and I am watching. When it comes to looking out for my seller's property, it is a responsibility I take seriously. You might not be able to see me, but I know you are there.
If you are selling a home in Melbourne, Florida or the surrounding communities, you need an agent that is looking out for you. Contact Melbourne, Florida Real Estate Agent - Laura Forman - Realtor, CDPE
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Christine E O'Shea Broker - Naples, FL
West USA Realty - Phoenix, AZ
Realtors, Homes for Sale - Phoenix Metro
It's not so bad with vacant homes, but when they show up unannounced to a occupied home , well, that just rubs me! What about making an appointment do these people not understand!
May 23, 2011 01:40 PM
RE/MAX AEROSPACE REALTY www.LauraSellsBrevard.com - Melbourne, FL
Your Brevard Premier Property Specialist
Christine - Yes, the Supra system sends me an email, which I receive on my phone, when the lockbox is opened. it is like being at every house.
Brenda & Ron - Even though a home may be vacant, some owners live locally and may be in there. Once the home is under contract, they shouldn't be expecting anyone else to come in - especially without an appointment.
May 23, 2011 01:51 PM
Buyers Brokers Only LLC - www.BuyersBrokersOnly.com - Canton, MA
Exclusive Buyer Agent & Attorney, Canton, MA
Laura...No one should be showing it without an appointment.....period. It's common courtesy.
May 23, 2011 02:57 PM
RE/MAX AEROSPACE REALTY www.LauraSellsBrevard.com - Melbourne, FL
Your Brevard Premier Property Specialist
Christine - I completely agree. They only need to make a simple courtesy call.
May 23, 2011 03:04 PM
Hansen Real Estate Group Inc. - Wellington, FL
REALTOR
Laura - I've experienced the same thing and it's exactly why I use a supra lockbox on ALL of my listings.
May 24, 2011 02:25 AM
Charlottesville Solutions - Charlottesville, VA
Technology is quick and when an appointment is called for, agents need to do so....
your friend in Charlottesville
May 24, 2011 04:04 AM
(512) 786-8300 - Austin, TX
Realty Austin, Broker Associate
Laura,
I need to be better about my checking my listings via Supra. It really is good to be on top of these things for our clients
May 26, 2011 11:34 AM
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