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Great Compliment

Thursday, June 24, 2010
by Eric Bushnell

Sorry I have been away from my computer over the last couple of weeks and have not had the time to send a virtual update to everyone. 

I did receive a compliment via another Realtor about our company and thought I would tell you about it.  In this case we had a listing next door to the other licensees, and yes they work for a different brokerage.  The sellers were of course friends and spoke to each other on a regular basis.  Our seller was telling his neighbor about the reports we were sending to him on a daily basis, which he then complained to his Realtor about.

The Realtor came to us wanting to know what we're sending and why are we making them look bad (yes we are friends with our competition).  We explained to them that we were just keeping them up to date on the local market.

Here's the real story and why is it important to you.  See here at Prudential Jack White Vista Real Estate we have a great tool called Online Sellers Advantage (OSA).  OSA keeps seller informed of all market activity near their home.  The receive daily updates on price changes and any new competitors that may have come on the market.  They can see when other homes are pended (sold ). This is a vital tool and or sellers really like this information. 

The reports also show how many people have looked for a home in their price range and then it shows them if the prospective buyers actually looked at their home.  This tool shows you when more buyers have entered the market, or if someone really likes your home and has saved it as a favorite.

Our seller was very happy with this information and was very happy with our service as we help prospective buyers find his home.  This eventually lead to a sale and a very happy seller became homeless, which in this case was a great thing.

If you have questions about Online Seller's Advantage please give me a call and I will show you why it is a tool that will work for you.

What makes a good Realtor?

Monday, April 13, 2009
by Eric Bushnell
What makes a good Realtor? I think most of us would find it easier to answer the question what makes a bad Realtor.  The reasons are numerous when it comes to the negative side of this equation, but the positive side is a little harder, or is it?
I believe that after my last two transactions I have a little better idea.  These two transactions happened when I had a tremendous amount of stress in my work life that did not have anything to do with these transactions.  I was distracted and my follow through was not up to par.
The Realtors on the other side were on top of things and at no time during the transaction did they criticize my performance.  They were supportive and the transactions went very smoothly.  I think this is the first sign that you have a good Realtor.
1. Good Realtors are not judgmental.
The next reason that a Realtor can be considered good or bad, is do they follow up on what they say their going to do.
2. Good Realtors follow through and Follow up.
Attitude is very important when it comes a good Realtor and sometimes it is easy to see.
3. Good Realtors have a positive attitude.
There are several other factors that will influence whether or not ones perception of a Realtor is good or bad. These perceptions can change from transaction to transaction.  I believe that this is very important.
4. Good Realtors do not hold a grudge.
It goes without saying that their knowledge of an area, sales skills, communication, and good hygiene should be include, but these skills and habits do not make a Realtor great, or even good.  I believe it is these 4 items.  These are the traits we expect to find in our friends, and when a Realtor is considered a friend, I believe that is the greatest compliment.
What do you think?

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