Back in December I posted about first time buyers I met at a showing that were being advised by their parents to not sign a buyers' representation agreement. The theory was that buyers can make a better deal working directly with the listing agent who would receive both sides of the commission. Since the parents were at the showing, I had the job of explaining why this isn't a great tactic to both the buyers and their parents. Read the whole story in my post: The Thousand Dollar Gamble-Why Buyer's Representation is Essential!
Over the course of a few weeks, I won the parents over and this young couple became my clients. We subsequently found them the ideal home in the Twin Cities north metro and they just recently closed on the property.
This past Thursday, after a long morning of continuing education, I got home found this email waiting for me in my inbox. It was from one of the sets of parents.
Dear Teri:
Kevin and I would like to "Thank You" for helping Kelly and Nick find the perfect house. You were so patient with the first time home buyers. Also, the picture of the house you had made for them was awesome. What a special gift. You are a great Realtor and we appreciate all that you did for the kids.
Nancy and Kevin
PS - You will have to stop by - they painted the whole upstairs and it looks awesome!
What a GREAT note to receive! First time buyers have a plethora of choices in the marketplace today. I know that this young couple was overwhelmed with their choices because they told me so. Finding the perfect place to start a new life together is hard to do without expert assistance in this ever changing real estate market. Having a Realtor by your side make the job much simpler.
If you are a first time home buyer or relocating to Minnesota and need help from a professional Realtor, give me a call or visit my website for a FREE Relocation Packet. I specialize in acreage and lakeshore properties in the north and east Twin Cities metro area including Ham Lake, Lino Lakes and all communities in the Forest Lake School District! Serving Anoka, Chisago, Ramsey and Washington Counties in Minnesota.
Copyright 2008 Teri Eckholm http://www.terieckholm.com/
Comments(39)