So I got a call to go meet some potential clients to list their home short. Set the time, got my Short Sale info together along with the development info and off I went.
Lovely, older couple that were so scared and confused and very sad about losing their home. He's 80, she's not much younger and they did NOT want to give it up yet.
So..I did my job as a Short Sale List Agent with integrity. I educated them. Spent almost 2 hours with them sharing the ins and outs of a Short Sale with them. The timeline they are looking at since they are still current on their payments. The other options available to them at this time..refinance? Loan mod?
They decided to contact their Lender and see what else was available.
As I was leaving, he said, "Thank you so much Kimberley. What do we owe you?"
I laughed. "Nothing. I'm just doing my job. I hope you will give me a call if you do decide to sell your home."
They both said that was a sure thing.
Sometimes, our job is to share what we know about the market and short sales..not walk away with a listing.
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Thank you for this post Kimberly. I'm astounded at the number of letters mailed and claims made to home owners in financial distress. It is important for home owners in distress to know they should find an agent who will first take the time to educate them about their options and only then, when it is the best option, to list the home for sale.