Love at First 'Site'

I find that the more experienced the agent, the less homes get shown because the buyers are further down the funnel before they go out shopping.

Cute post. Since you pointed out they are more educated, that might actually help. I was showing a couple of weeks ago and this happened, but they insisted on looking at more anyway. Used to be they needed us for the weeding out, and they still do, but now they can get the feel before they ever talk to an agent.

Jennifer, I had a buyer who was having me show her all kinds of things. We had spoken in great detail about what she wanted and nothing she chose to see worked. A new listing came on the market. I told her it was perfect. Exactly what she was looking for but we'd have to act quickly. She reluctantly agreed. She absolutely fell in love and now lives in that house. It seems risky but if buyers can put their trust in our abilities, they'll reap the reward of owning the home of their dreams.

Yes, I have had this happen, but doesn't happen too often. Love at first site...is great when it happens.

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways...and do an inspection.. Richspeare

Like the waitress that hands you the plastic coated menu, sometimes you have to smile. Close it up and hand it back. "What do you suggest.. what is good, what do you like at this greasy spoon?" There is a connection, a partnership and listening very well, taking incredible mental notes is key to the matchmkaing. It fits, sells itself when the fit is glass slipper 6 quad A or whatever size loafer.

Fun post, happened once to me, not quite the first home, but the second, had to cancel all the other appointments on the tour and go write it up. 

Fun and creative post. With limited inventory, buyers are wise to leave the love potion mix to us and take a sip when called upon to tour their dream blind date. Afterall, we do wear the matchmaker hat

Happy to see you here, Jennifer! It's been a while. Fun read. I've been so lucky in my life. All 3 homes I have purchased essentially showed up and it was "YES!" this one!

We know when we find the right home, whether it's the first one we see or the twentieth.  In my present home, I knew the instant I walked in the door ... and it happened to be the first in my official search!

Hi there - great job with this - I always know, too, and eventually they know as well:)  hope you are having a nice weekend!

Well, you created that "potion' here ....as always with your creative words of advice that definitely have the reader wondering...isn't this the right REALTOR® for me?  MWA!

Nice work!  I'm thrilled if "the one" is uncovered before we hit 10 showings or 10 weeks, and yes, I've had one client who looked off and on for 10 years. Finally, sold them a house and next year I will sell it again when they retire.  Fast is good, but slow works too.

Sis said it well.  MWA!

I would have thought you would be more apt to believe finding 'The One' wouldn't be as difficult as advertised;)

That written, it is also probably a combination of having the best Agent you can and a bit of luck on one's side.  For your clients, they certainly have the former.

I have only had this happen once in 17 years.  The buyers then got nervous.. decided to look at more properties.. and they property they fell in love with at first site went under agreement.  They became frustated and never bought a home.

I've had a few "one day and done", but "one", I don't think I've had that in a long long time. 

Smart buyers if they understand themselves and the Charlotte market to understand they are good to go.

I've not experienced a buyer with love at first sight.  It's important to view a few properties with a Realtor to understand the local market before taking the plunge.

It is great when the market is hot and fast. Here, in LA, we don't see it anymore.  Sale dropped. Even well priced houses are sitting longer on the market. Buyers take time, think longer, visit the house again and again before finally writing an offer.