Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

We believe...anything that requires a license is not a DIY project.

Aug 23, 2019 07:23 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Sally K. & David L. Hanson loved that license sentence!  A

Aug 23, 2019 07:58 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Sally K. & David L. Hanson good morning, Sally... that is the perfect way to put it! And I will use that expression in future!

Aug 23, 2019 07:26 AM
Brian England
Vacasa - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

The smart people know the benefits and would not ever consider going at it alone!  I read on our Realtor forum about a seller that chose to go it on their own and will likely end up getting sued by at least 3 different parties.  So much for them saving a few bucks by not hiring a professional, haha.

Aug 23, 2019 07:57 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Nina,

It boggles my mind when people who should know better want to try being a FISBO.  One of the agents we know here was telling us of a broker open for a 10 million dollar home listed by owner.  The owner was sunbathing by the pool reading his WSJ...He would not answer any questions either...LOL A

 

Aug 23, 2019 08:00 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Well Nina, the proof that it's necessary to work with a Realtor is when you see so many who try it on their own, eventually have a Real Estate sign on their front lawn!

Aug 23, 2019 08:06 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Brian England hi Brian... we talk a lot about getting more money, more exposure when listing with a real estate pro... and we often forget about the legal liability exposure to people who try to sell and/or buy on their own.

Aug 23, 2019 08:28 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Ron and Alexandra Seigel hi Alexandra... I believe that part of the problem stems from the fact that buyers and sellers don't understand our value because too many agents can't articulate their value. Everyone thinks what we do is so easy.

Aug 23, 2019 08:29 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 hi Sheila and Larry... that's an excellent point. Most FSBO's do end up listing with an agent once they've learned nothing is as simple as it seems on the surface.

Aug 23, 2019 08:30 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles Pasadena 818.516.4393

Hello Nina - like many things in life, professionals often make it appear so easy. It's not necessarily so.

Aug 23, 2019 08:45 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Michael Jacobs hi Michael... that's so true. And one thing I realized a very long time ago is that many agents liked to keep it a secret as to what we did, how we did it, and why we did it. The public, as a result, did not understand our value. I've spent 25 years trying to tear down this veil of secrecy.

Aug 23, 2019 09:15 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Hi Nina Hollander - the Realtor in my BNI asks for a phone shot of a FSBO house with the phone number.  It will turn to a Realtor he knows and he wants it to be his.

Aug 23, 2019 10:18 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Grant Schneider hi Grant... here in my part of Charlotte I don't see all that many FSBO signs and often when I do, it's not a house I want to "chase." But I do see an awful lot of discount broker signs in yards... that sit and sit and sit while houses around them sell. As they say, you get what you pay for.

Aug 23, 2019 10:21 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I LOVE todays blog, so much good info consumers need

Aug 23, 2019 01:22 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Scott Godzyk thanks so much, Scott. Some messages just need to be repeated from time to time.

Aug 23, 2019 01:56 PM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Nina: Sage advice and clear reasoning why it makes perfect sense for agents to market online and to be ready when consumers make contact from our Internet marketing.

Aug 23, 2019 02:22 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Anita Clark good morning, Anita... I began on-line marketing of my properties 20 years ago when most agents had no clue what that entailed. I believe it made a huge difference in my DOM.

Aug 24, 2019 06:05 AM
Abby Stiller
REMAX Realty Group - Cape Coral, FL
Professional Bilingual Realtor (239) 284-8637

Good morning Nina Hollander Definitely sellers get more exposure using a local Realtor, that's why everyone out there thinking on buying or selling a home in Charlotte area should call you today and hire the best!

Aug 24, 2019 06:36 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Nina, no doubt if a homeowner is considering a move, or a buyer wants to purchase - they definitely should call YOU.

Aug 24, 2019 06:38 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Joan Cox thanks, Joan. I'm always amazed at how many people think they know how to do what we do because they read something on-line or did it 20 years ago!

Aug 24, 2019 06:49 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Abby Stiller hi Abby... I think I'd be "happy" if only 50% of those in my area thinking of selling or buying would call me! 

Aug 24, 2019 06:50 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Nina. This is terrific. I would use this as a handout. Beautifully written as well.

Aug 24, 2019 08:07 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Nina,  Once again you are great at what you blog about and that is why buyers and sellers whould be calling you!

 

Aug 24, 2019 08:07 AM
Kathy Streib
Room Service Home Staging - Delray Beach, FL
Home Stager - Palm Beach County,FL -561-914-6224

Nina- excellent. I think that many sellers don't realize that the process doesn't stop once you put that For Sale sign out there. And even if you do get an offer, this is often when an agent truly shows their value. 

Aug 24, 2019 11:00 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Sheila Anderson thanks, Sheila. I do use the infographic as a "mailer" for internet leads that I "drip."

Aug 24, 2019 12:01 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Will Hamm thanks, Will, for the kind comment. Wishing you a lovely Saturday.

Aug 24, 2019 12:01 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Kathy Streib hi Kathy... I always tell sellers that if all they want is to put a sign in the ground, put an ad in the paper... they don't really need me. 

Aug 24, 2019 12:05 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Nina that graphic is an excellent piece to share with Buyers and Sellers.

Aug 24, 2019 04:32 PM
Kathy Streib
Room Service Home Staging - Delray Beach, FL
Home Stager - Palm Beach County,FL -561-914-6224

                                  

Aug 24, 2019 08:21 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR
Exceptional Agents, Outstanding Results

Morning Nina.

That's our job isn't it, making the difficult things not so difficult.  Another subject for our next training/meeting session, thanks

Aug 25, 2019 02:37 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

George Souto  good morning, George. Thanks. And thanks for always taking time to pop by and leave a comment. Happy Sunday to you.

Aug 25, 2019 05:34 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Kathy Streib hi Kathy... now you have me really curious as to what you posted in your comment!

Aug 25, 2019 05:35 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

James Dray you're welcome, James. A big part of our jobs is to simplify things for our clients and help reduce their stress levels.

Aug 25, 2019 05:36 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Nina Hollander,

I love this blog.  Not only do you touch on all the right subjects, but you also don't overpower and turn off the reader.  It has just the right amount of emphasis that keeps the buyer or seller engaged. Kudos!

Aug 25, 2019 07:07 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Sheri Sperry - MCNE® thanks, Sheri... what high praise! I'm very appreciative and your comment has made my morning!

Aug 25, 2019 07:34 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

 Good morning Nina Hollander ,

Excellent post and so glad to see Kathy Streib  feature it in her "Ah-ha" moments for the week. Should have earned a gold star..the AR Gods must be sleeping! Many sellers just don't understand all that goes into selling a home besides placing a sign in the ground.  Nice job of explaining.

Aug 26, 2019 05:11 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR good morning, Dorie, and thanks.  I really appreciate the high praise!

Aug 26, 2019 05:31 AM
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

Wow - this post is just filled with so much information that it really is a one stop shop. I love the backlinks - in addition to being a great resource for buyers and sellers, your blogs are a great master class for bloggers like myself to learn how the real pros do it. 

Aug 27, 2019 06:01 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Nina:

This is really a top-notch post, and something every buyer and seller should read. While that likely won't happen hopefully the ones in your area will, and then they'll pick up the phone.

Jeff

Aug 27, 2019 07:36 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Wayne and Jean Marie Zuhl thank you for the wonderful comment... I've never thought of myself as a blogging pro, but I'll take it! 

Aug 27, 2019 08:53 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Jeff Dowler, CRS thanks so much, Jeff, for the great comment. I gave up a long time ago expecting any calls from any blog post, so if I don't get any I won't be disappointed.

Aug 27, 2019 08:54 AM