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The Hair On The Back Of My Neck

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Ward County Notary Services 607851

I've never had excited (fur) hair, maybe just the opposite as my hair has been so unexcited it just plain old fell off in my late 20's and 30's.

The closest I've had to excited hair are the times I've had the "willies" and the hair on the back of my neck felt like it was standing on end.

I've never shied away from taking a listing because of reported paranormal activity but I have had eerie feeling during some of my open houses at them.

Different States have different rules when it comes to haunted houses. In North Dakota paranormal activity need not be disclosed BUT in each case that I represented the Seller (at least 3 times) the Seller was eager to share with potential buyers that there were "unexplainable" incidents in the home.

If you are a new Real Estate agent I recommend that you do not shy away from such an opportunity. I always found the experience exhilarating and fun. Some potential Buyers nearly run from the presence and others are fascinated. Of the three listings I remember they all sold. Take the listing (and a Bible) and enjoy.

The exterior shots for the 1960s sitcom The Munsters were filmed at a house in Waxahachie, Texas, that was an exact replica of the fictional 1313 Mockingbird Lane in the show. The house was originally painted darker and had trees and gates, but was stripped of these after production ended in 1966.

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Michael Elliott
Fathom Realty - Burlington Township, NJ
Burlington, New Jersey Residential Sales

I am not a believer in ghosts or spirits, but may have felt something once in the basement of an 1880's listing. 

Aug 06, 2024 06:43 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I am a firm believer Michael Elliott as they are spoken of frequently in my favorite reading material (Bible). I believe but I'm smart enough NOT to mess with them.

Aug 06, 2024 06:48 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Not to change the subject, but I loved the show The Musters. I was only able to watch in reruns, but TV was much more fun in the 1960s.

Aug 06, 2024 07:10 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

It sure was more fun in the 60's Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty . No reality TV, no misinformation news, etc. BTW did you know Mrs. Munster also played the part of Moses wife in the epic movie Ten Ten Commandments?

Aug 06, 2024 07:41 AM
Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD

Jeff...I wholeheartedly agree...'60's television was awesome and I loved the Munsters too

Aug 06, 2024 11:00 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Bob,
I've never experienced any paranormal activity in any listings. When I was working, we didn't have any requirement to disclose that unless that would be included in the "anything else you think the buyer should know" section of the Disclosure form. 

Aug 06, 2024 07:57 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Carol Williams I don't remember if I disclosed it on the MLS but I always talked about it at open houses. People were always fascinated even if they were in a bit of fear.

Aug 06, 2024 08:35 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Bob,

I have to say I have not every listed a house that reported any paranormal activity or experienced any in any listing. We do not have a section for this on our seller's disclosure.

Aug 06, 2024 08:00 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Two of the three I listed had stories Dorie Dillard Austin TX . One was very fascinating and fun to tell.

Aug 06, 2024 08:36 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Bob... in NC we also don't need to disclose. If asked, we can't lie. Personally, I've never experienced any such feeling or activity.

Aug 06, 2024 08:32 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Bob "RealMan" Timm my husband often tells me I'm very good at being bossy! :)

Aug 06, 2024 08:41 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Nina Hollander, Broker if you had I have no doubt you would exercise authority over it and it would listen... I'd do what ever you told me to do. 😍

Aug 06, 2024 08:38 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Like you, I've had times when the hair on the back of my neck and on my arms stood on end.  I remember a couple houses in particular.

Aug 06, 2024 04:54 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I do wonder if I would not have been told that the house was haunted if I still would have gotten the willies Myrl Jeffcoat .

Aug 06, 2024 06:16 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Bob, on having this blog FEATURED in the Old Farts Clubgroup!  

Aug 06, 2024 05:03 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thank you Myrl Jeffcoat for the feature in the   Old Farts ClubI really appreciate the boost it gives my posts.

Aug 06, 2024 06:11 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Loved your post Bob "RealMan" Timm  it reminded me when I was a freshman (plebe) at West Point as in USMA, there was a sophomore (Yearling) who saw a Ghost  the year before.... and he was the talk of the community since we had an honor code not to lie, cheat or steal or tolerate those who do and he passed about claiming to have seen a ghost:)Endre

Aug 06, 2024 09:55 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Good morning Endre Barath, Jr. It's been a long time since I've heard the term plebe. Was he drinking when he made the claim? 😄

Aug 07, 2024 06:40 AM
Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD
http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com - Vail, CO
Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D

I was an attorney in litigation over a home that was allegedly "haunted". Buyers claimed that the sellers knew it and failed to disclose....and as you may guess...one of th other defense counsel at one point stated, "I ain't afraid of no ghosts"

Aug 06, 2024 11:02 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

So how did it come out Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD ? In CO does it need be disclosed?

Aug 07, 2024 06:41 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I wouldn't mind if the hair on top of my head were to become more excited and grow, rather than going the direction it is going, haha.

Aug 07, 2024 05:45 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

That makes two of us Brian England . The hair on top of my head made a pretty fast exit at the age of 23.

Aug 07, 2024 06:42 AM