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It's raining, it's pouring....and I'm showing houses!

By
Real Estate Agent with David Tracy Real Estate License # 0577361

“Raindrops keep falling on my head….”

That song was on my mind today as I showed nine houses in the pouring rain! But I didn’t mind the downpour at all! We have been so hot and dry here in the Houston area … the rain was a blessing! Here in Friendswood, we got about four inches this afternoon!

 

Besides, sometimes showing homes in the rain can be the best thing for the buyer.

Showing houses in the rain 

They get to see if the street floods in sudden downpours. There are areas all around where the drainage system just can’t handle a lot of rain that falls in a short amount of time. In that case, the drains back up and the streets collect water. When looking at a house during heavy rain, the buyer can see how much water accumulates in the street.

 

The buyer also gets to see if there are low spots in the yard that puddle or don’t drain properly during heavy rain. That’s always a good thing to know before buying!

 

Additionally, when the buyer looks at a house in the rain, he gets to see if the gutters function properly, or if there are parts that need repair. And, if a house doesn’t have gutters, he can see why having them is a good idea.

 

It might be a bit inconvenient to show houses in the rain, but I prefer to look on the sunny side of life…even when the sun’s not shining!

Posted by

Rose King 



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Doug Rogers
RE/MAX Coastal Properties - Destin, FL
Your Real Estate Resource!

Enjoy the rain! This drought has been a tough one.

Oct 09, 2011 03:46 PM
Joni Bailey
101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX
Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®
You go, Sunshine!! I love to show property in the rain! Those buyers almost always are serious buyers! :))) Praising the Lord for the wonderful rain!!
Oct 09, 2011 03:49 PM
Sham Pathania
SAVE MAX FIRST CHOICE REAL ESTATE INC. - Mississauga, ON

The buyer can check condition of the roof too. He does not have to rely upon the views of Home Inspecotr !

Oct 09, 2011 03:52 PM
Digital Digital
Alachua, FL
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Hi Rose,

Love your spirit, keep going don't let the rain give you the blues.

Have a wonderful week!

Oct 09, 2011 04:11 PM
Rose King
David Tracy Real Estate - Friendswood, TX
Friendswood / Pearland / Houston Bay Area

DOUG - The trees were soaking it up today! We've gone so long without rain...it was much needed!

JONI - You're right! If they'll get out to look in the rain, they are ready to buy! :)

SHAM - That's a good point about the roof. Just one more reason showing houses in the rain is good for the buyer!

WANDANNA - Rainy days are the best! If I'm not showing houses, they are good days to curl up with a good book or take a nap! :)

Oct 09, 2011 04:34 PM
Virginia Cheezum
F. C. Tucker Company - Indianapolis, IN

At least it's not a beautiful day you are missing by no being able to get out and enjoy some personal time! 

Oct 10, 2011 05:22 AM
Sussie Sutton
David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX
David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

To see a home in the rain IS THE BEST TIME to see one! And I say this for all the reasons you pointed out in your post! Good luck I hope you make a deal soon.

Oct 10, 2011 08:18 AM