But, But I saw it on the Internet.

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with WHISPERING PINES REALTY 20398180

But I saw it on the Internet...it has to be right!

That was the response to my correction of a clients information.  This client thought that everything that is on the internet was true and correct so her information had to be right.

I explained how easy it is to put false information on line.  I even wrote a 'moch' Blog and explained that once sent it doesn't become true.  (The blog was false info about her)

After the shock wore off, we got down to business. 

Once more, a moment to educate brings a client home to roost!

Comments (6)

David Shamansky
US Mortgages - David Shamansky - Highlands Ranch, CO
Creative, Aggressive & 560 FICO - OK, Colorado Mtg

Its simply amazing that if something is read anywhere there is almost an instant acceptance as fact by the majority of people. I too fall into that on some things but then I remember media doesnt care and are not accurate so I take it with a grain of salt. The internet is probably the least reliable source of info for facts as anyone can post anything about anybody and thats a lot of open doors to problems

Jun 07, 2012 01:14 PM
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

This kind of thinking is why the internet scams are successful. I'm glad you were able to get your client to see the reality of the situation. Have a great weekend.

Jun 08, 2012 12:39 AM
Randi Brammer
Randi Brammer, Acctg. - Hinckley, MN
Accountant & Tax Preparer

I is suprising how otherwise smart people can be taken this way.  Of course...look at the politicians taht get voted in.

Jun 08, 2012 02:38 AM
Suzanne McLaughlin
Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael) - Saint Michael, MN
Sabinske & Associates, Realtor

I am so glad that you set her straight.  There is a lot of misinformation on the Web   (Thanks, Zillow and Trulia).

Jun 08, 2012 03:58 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Suzanne...I despised Zillow and Trulia.  They have casued our Profession much harm.   I know several people that think that if it is in print on the web it is the ONLY truth.

Jun 11, 2012 12:00 AM
Vern Eaton
Askov, MN
Realtor 651-674-7449

I can't hardly believe that well educated people I know will swear by anything they see on the Internet.

Jun 11, 2012 05:05 AM

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