While we are on the topic of commenting and responding to comments, there’s another function that is used too often. That’s “disabling comments.”
I’ve seen most of the disabled comments on listings, and I’m sure the blogger (listing agent) has a reason for disabling. I don’t disable comments on listings. What I always do is send a link of the post and its comments to the listing agents, so they can forward to their sellers.
Homeowners appreciate reading comments about their homes, especially when details of the home are pointed out. If there’s a nice window fenestration on the front elevation of the home, the homeowner and/or builder put thought and effort into that amenity. To eliminate the positive opinion of that design being shared because of disabling comments is a missed opportunity for the listing agent.
There are situations that warrant the use of disabling comments. One example would be a personal post that shares information about a tragedy or illness of a personal nature. I would reblog and disable comments on my post to direct all comments to the original blogger.
The disabling of comments is a function that has value, but there are agents who use it often. I can only assume their reason is to avoid needing to respond to comments that are left on the post. The social aspect of blogging is totally eliminated when comments are disabled. There have been times when I read a listing post that was not a typical listing, and I had a comment in mind that would have fully described what was presented, along with a brief promotion for the listing agent. After scrolling to the comment section, I would find out the comments were disabled!!
You have no idea how frustrating that is and how much I dislike it. Comments should be welcomed, with MOST blog posts. It’s the social aspect of blogging. To disable comments is to impair the energy and worth of the post.
What’s the value of disabling comments on a social platform? Your thoughts?
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