In the hectic buzz of daily business, it’s easy to sometimes get caught up in the fuss and to forget why my job is great. Let me take this moment to tell you why I love what I do for a living, and why I am greatful for the amazing relationships that have grown from my career.
I am currently represending a seller with a listing here in Austin that expired recently. We allowed the listing to expire while some changes were made to the property even though we are renewing the listing. Now, I know the market is down, but they received more calls than I could have imagined soliciting the expired listings (Do-not-call did not apply as the property is owned by a company). I was hugely surprised at the lack of tact and at some of the names that were calling. My sellers reported to me regularly, taking the entire experience with laughter rather than frustration, which is exactly the type of working relationship that I hope for. I warned them that the phones would be ringing off their hooks and that their mailbox would be full, but even I was surprised both at how many #1 agents there are in Austin as well as how hungry these #1 agents are (especially for luxury listings). I was even with my clients as they received several of these phone calls and it was obvious that they would never even consider considering anyone else.
It was through this experience that I realized that I had accomplished exactly what I set out to do. I don’t want to be everyone’s agent. I don’t want to be a part of every sale. I set out to develop great, lasting relationships with the kind of people that can appreciate all of the work I do and who will stand by me.
With the image of Realtors hovering near shady used-car salesman, I just wanted to stand out in the crowd and attract those who value my services and my hard work (because I really do work hard!). I’m not one who will use dishonesty to get what I want, and I feel that the services I provide do hold a great deal of value to my clients who save and make more money will less headache. I’m not here to make a quick buck, I’m here for the long haul and to be the expert that serious clients can turn to.
So thank you, for reminding me that I am appreciated as much as I appreciate you! I do it for the love and the money because this is the business I grew up immersed in and know as well as I know myself.
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