Sunday, September 27, 2009

This is how real estate agents today sell your house.

You: I’d like to sell my house with you.

Agent: Great! Here’s my card. I won a whole bunch of awards and I [describes the marketing they do for you].

[2 months later]

You: I haven’t had any offers! No one has come to see my place!

Agent: Your price is too high. You need to lower it.

You: But my price is fair value.

Agent: All the other houses in your area are selling for less. Lower your price.

You: OK.

[1 month later]

You: Thanks.


Agent: No problem. I’m glad I could help. Call me next time you buy or sell.
Here’s my card.

1 comment:

  1. Yeah, that's about it.
    And for that he makes 2-3% of the selling price.

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