To Avoid Realtor Overload Have A Real Estate Team Help You Buy Or Sell

Whenever I have had a call from someone whose own agent is too busy to show one of my listings,  I always call their agent to let them know I've gotten the call and am happy to show it if they are unable to, but magically, they then manage to find someone to do it.  I cannot imagine telling my own client to call the listing agent or leading them to believe I am too busy for them, but as you say, sometimes solo agents have a lot on their plate and just cannot do it all. 

I am my own team LOL, but I understand what you are saying!

I too am solo, but manage to get lots done, and will little to no assistance.

Working with a team gets you 2 (or more) realtors for the price of one!

Working together is a great way to handle our business. We both know our Long Island areas and can give all our clients and customers our full attention...

None of the first five sentences in your post apply to me, I work from 8 am to midnight and I even check my emails in the middle of the night:))Endre

Expanding my solo practice with a team (albeit, we don't operate like the typical 'team'), has helped me quadruple my business. And, our clients love knowing they're not going to miss the next hot house because they are not limited to just me anymore. 

Teams are great when everyone is on the same page. I have a support team to back me up if needed, but I work independently.   Teaming up for me can only work if the other(s) have exactly the same work ethic I do. 

Good morning Dave.  A well-run team is often more efficient than a lone individual.

We also let them know we'll be calling their agent as a courtesy to let them know we'll be showing a listing to their clients. Magically the agent find the time. ;) 

This is excellent advice to share. Have a great day and an outstanding week.

Dave Halpern 

I've seen both work well. The solo agent who does not take on too many clients and the well run team. I have seen the exact opposite..the team that continually passes the buck and blames someone else for not getting it done and the agent who is just too busy to get back to you. 

Point:

Not all teams are efficient.

            Not all solo agents are on over load!

Well run teams work very well then there are others that the one hand doesn't know what the other is doing and it makes them all look bad. 

Good morning Dave - you made an excellent point.  Even the best have a limit and building a team will help your clients and help you grow.

Dave, I've found having a great team can truly make the difference!

We often market ourselves as "two agents for the price of one" - love your team approach!

Dave Halpern I've found there to be so many benefits to a team. Thanks for sharing!

I am grateful to have more than just me on "The Foster Smith Team." Different strengths and talents make sure nothing slips through the cracks.

Oklahoma now requires Real estate brokerages to register any Real Estate Teams that are working that way, by team name.  This has only recently started.  I'm not sure why but it seems like a good idea.