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Did you hear the story about How Toilet Paper KILLED A HOME SALE?

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with Godzyk Real Estate Services NH License 033394

You may have seen sales go down the toilet, however not too long ago, toilet paper tried to kill a sale. During a long home inspection the would be buyer "had to go".  They used the sellers bathroom. Late that night a frantic home seller called in a rage. "Some one used their bathroom and to not deny it".  How did they know you ask? Well the buyer replaced the toilet paper with the end of the paper down and not over the top. The end of the world? Well no... but maybe the end of the sale when they seller called the buyer direct and got in a shouting match. 

 

What would become of this Manchester NH area home sale? The buyer was about 2 weeks from closing. The seller is pretty much packed and needed to close on this home to purchase their new one. There was a couple of issues on the inspection the buyers asked the seller to take care of. Would the seller kill the sale instead??? 

 

Then came the SHOCKER... The buyer "did not go" they "went" as she quoted. She had to blow her nose and there was no tissues, so she used toilet paper. There was only a little left on te roll and a new roll right there, so she changed it. No harm, no foul... except for the sellers temper... Perhaps the listing agent should have been there for the inspection to represent their seller and the buyer could have asked if they could use the toilet paper to blow their nose??? The buyer ramped things up by bringing a new roll of toilet paper to the sellers home. 

 

Not able to reach the listing agent, what would we do??? Then as luck would have it, the seller called me direct to apologize. It was the buyer who they should talk to... but being a real estate agent, a.k.a. referee, umpire, master negotiator and therapist, I spoke to the buyer who was now laughing it off. Of course they want the home and of course the seller wants to sell. Toilet paper gate could be averted. The seller would have the furnace cleaned and fix the broken window.  

 

There is a difference between GOOD and BAD and you do not want to find out the hard way you made a bad choice in agents. Being there for your customer is a must, Things pop up when buying and selling, an no matter how big or small. Communication is is key. With the other agent missing in action, there was a delay, but it went back on track.

 

YOU deserve the BEST service when Buying or Selling a home. Real Estate is not a time for trial and error or short cuts. Hard work is what it takes to sell a home.  LEARN THIS ONE FACT: One should know that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest Agent or Company. It is important to Hire the BEST Agent. In NH that could be me.  

 

 

You can search for Manchester area Homes For Sale by clicking here. what is for sale by clicking here.  

 

 All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST, not This seller learned a hard lesson who you hire to list your home does matter. just the biggest Real Estate Agent or Broker. How well your purchase or sale goes will depend on it.

 

By using a philosophy, which is simple, to provide more personal and professional service to guide my clients through each step of the buying or selling process, I can help you find your dream home . 

 

 

THE TOP TIPS TO FIND A "GREAT" REAL ESTATE AGENT

 

 1. LEARN THIS ONE FACT: One should know that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest Agent or Company. It is important to Hire the BEST Agent. In NH that could be me.   

2. CHOOSE THE RIGHT AGENT: As a Buyer OR Seller in this market you need every advantage you can to get your home sold. It starts with choosing the right agent. a. Ask for a Full time agent whose sole job is to sell homes. b. Ask for a Full service agent who will guide you through each step of the selling process. Discount brokers often equal discount services. c. Ask for a Local agent who knows your neighborhood and is readily available when you need them is a must. Out of town agents can leave you high and dry in your time of need. d. Ask for a well experienced Listing Agent can give you the advantages you need when selling your home. Not all agents are created equal. Choose only the best.  

 3. HOME BUYERS SHOULD START BY:  Getting a FREE PRE-QUALIFICATION with a local and trusted lender. They will look at your credit and financial picture and let you know what type of mortgage you may qualify for and what your interest rate and monthly payment may be.   

4. HOME SELLERS SHOULD START BYGetting a FREE MARKET ANALYSIS. Learn what your property is worth in today's market along with how ling it may take to sell. If you are ready to sell now, learn what you should ask for it. How much offers may come in at and what the approximate selling price should be. NH Home owners should contact me now.   

 

 

IN SUMMARY the key to having a successful purchase or sale can increase simply choosing a better agent. The secret is that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest. I leave you with now infamous philosophy, which is simple, to provide more personal and professional service to guide my clients through each step of the buying or selling process.

 

WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE THE BEST POSSIBLE SERVICE THROUGH OUT EACH STEP OF THE LISTING AND SELLING PROCESS!!!

If you are thinking of buying a Home please contact us. We offer you assistance to get a free pre-qualification for a mortgage,along with some of the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE through each step of the Buying Process.

It does not take magic to turn your "For Sale" sign into a "Sold" sign. it takes a full time Local Agent who specializes in Listing homes like yours.

Please call for a FREE MARKET ANALYSIS to know what the value of your home is.

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We stand by you through every step in selling your home..

 

About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. With 30 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area.

 

 

To CONTACT Scott Godzyk please call 603.661.2121 or EMAIL: Sctprop@aol.com . We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs through each step of the Buying process.

Comments (196)

Dale Taylor
Re/Max 10 New Lenox Illinois http://dtaylor.remax.com - Frankfort, IL
Realtor = Chicago Illinois Homes Townhomes Condos

I like this so much I plan to re-blog with a funny twist.  Thanks for helping me to remember a transaction involving some toliet paper.

Jan 12, 2016 03:05 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Scott Godzyk - Well - This was probably one of the best headlines I have seen! Curiosity has to take over on this one. I can't even imagine that someone would pass it over and not want to read it.  It didn't disappoint either!  

Jan 13, 2016 05:02 AM
Deleted Account
Fort Myers, FL

Very amusing story, but to me it's easy to believe after some others that I have seen and heard.

Jan 13, 2016 09:51 AM
Bob Clark
Footprint Property Inspections LLC - Concord, NH

LOL love the story! I was waiting for you to say the toilet overflowed or something of that nature.   People always amaze me.

Jan 13, 2016 10:30 AM
Wayne Johnson
Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper REALTORS® - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio REALTOR, San Antonio Homes For Sale

Interesting as to what can set people off sometime. Of course wars and feuds have been started over small issues too.

Jan 13, 2016 10:53 AM
Marina Sarabia & Kathleen Costanzo
Keller Williams Realty Professionals - Fort Lauderdale, FL
954-914-8060 ~ 954-914-8056 ~ We Sell Broward !!!

Now that is quite a story and you know I will be repeating it over and over to my buyers and sellers.  Laughter is truly the best medicine.

Jan 13, 2016 09:56 PM
Bill Morrow
Keller Williams of Central PA - Mechanicsburg, PA
Bill Morrow, Associate Broker

Whoa says the cowboy. I wish that was my story to tell.  Sounds like you almost had a real "crappy" experience. 

The question of over vs. under is only answered with cat owners. If someone has a playful cat, it is always under as the cat cannot unfurl the roll easily. Everyone else is generally over.  Naybe the sellers had a cat that pulled the roll through the house.

 

Jan 13, 2016 11:47 PM
Jayne Esposito
Coldwell Banker - Morgan Hill, CA
SRES, GREEN

Wow, I would say that seller was tightly wound!  Nothing like a little stress to produce an hilarious story!  So glad they were all able to get past it

Jan 14, 2016 12:33 AM
Jack Gerbehy
Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Great Story

Jan 14, 2016 04:40 PM
Ron Cooks
The Real Estate Marketplace - Killeen, TX
Texas Real Estate, Ft Hood/Killeen Homes for Sale

Toilet paper certainly beats my most ridiculous dispute. Thanks for reminding us that no matter how hard you think you have it, somebody has it worse.

Jan 14, 2016 07:58 PM
Jeff Stevens
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New Mexico Properties - Las Cruces, NM
Jeff Stevens, Associate Broker/REALTOR

Scott Godzyk - What a great story! Thank goodness you were there to be "real estate agent, a.k.a. referee, umpire, master negotiator and therapist", because that is what a truly great Realtor does! Keep up the good work.

Jan 15, 2016 12:26 AM
Jim West
Real Estate Technology Partners - Marysville, OH
Our Passion Is Helping 1st Time Home Sellers

Had to save this one to read!  Hilarious.

Jan 15, 2016 12:09 PM
Nancy Robinson Ranked #6 in MI
Century 21 Town and Country - Royal Oak, MI
#11 Century21 Realtor in the US, #16 in the World

I am glad the seller apologized... I see nothing wrong with a buyer using the facilities while at a three hour inspection. YIKES!!!  Lets all remember we are   all HUMAN. And kindness does not cost anything.

Jan 16, 2016 06:51 AM
Susan Jacobsen
The Alliance Group Realty - Hilton Head Island, SC
20 Years Providing WOW Real Estate Service

This is totally one for the 'book' - we all have these stories - perhaps AR should have a contest with all of these but I'll bet no one would ever believe it!

Jan 16, 2016 11:26 PM
Signature Homes & Estates
Signature Homes & Estates - Gilroy, CA
"Our Performance Will Move You!"

Oh man...  A toilet paper roll issue being a deal killer.  I liked your comment about being their "real estate agent, a.k.a. referee, umpire, master negotiator and therapist,"-- not to mention priest, Divorce lawyer, estate planner, or the all time worst-- their bank!

Jan 17, 2016 02:35 AM
Peter Mohylsky, Beach Expert
PMI. Destin - Miramar Beach, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

This was a good post but I am amazed that it has gathered this much interest.  Amazing.  I guess the subject line does matter.  

Jan 17, 2016 03:13 AM
Walt Fish
Bay Area Home Inspection, LLC - Marquette, MI
Upper Michigan's Most Experienced Home Inspector

As a home inspector. I send out automated emails with the inspection request to both the listing and buyer agents, and always remind the listing agent to inform the seller that I need to take a look at the attic. Often, they never inform the seller. 6 out of 10 times, the access is a scuttle hole in the ceiling of a bedroom closet. I remember once when I emptied a closet full of cloths laid them gently on the bed and put them back when done. The seller was furious as they asserted they felt violated. Give me a break.  

Jan 17, 2016 06:02 AM
DEANNA C. SMITH CERTIFIED MOBILE NOTARY
Certified Mobile Notary Signing Agent - Smith Mountain Lake, VA
Highest Ranked Certified Mobile Notary in Virginia

The moral is: Have the client take their allergy medicine before going to look at homes Scott Godzyk 

Jan 17, 2016 09:57 AM
Travis "the SOLD man" Parker; Broker/Owner
Travis Realty - Enterprise, AL
email: Travis@theSOLDman.me / cell: 334-494-7846

haaaaaaaaa - I mentioned this at a New Agent Orientation after reading it last week to illustrate the sometimes goofy frustrations we run into.

Jan 18, 2016 12:08 AM
Tammy Adams ~ Realtor / Podcaster
Maricopa Real Estate Co - Maricopa, AZ
A Maricopa Agent who Works, Lives & Loves Maricopa

LOL. Now this is a person that counts their sheets of TP. LOL   I get being upset but to really call and chew someone out? Too funny

Jan 22, 2016 08:48 AM