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Originally posted by Larry Roadgrader

Its why the best advice anyone can ever receive regarding real estate is "Hire a BUSY agent." Contrary to what many people believe, a not-so-busy agent is LESS likely to get you to the finish line safely because their "business" is in truth a *hobby*. BUSY agents close enough transactions that they've likely made all the serious mistakes they're going to make by the time they get around to working with you. They're also likely to have a professional support staff that knows their head from their ass as well.

My best year was 102 sales (many were the result of selling a ton of new construction and getting double credit, so it was really more like 80), and some the easiest transactions I had were with agent assistants. They were professional, accountable, and knew how to talk to people.

Part timers were the worst. Had one that was dragging on and on over a high radon test. When the deal was on the cusp of falling apart, the seller called me direct. The entire situation was resolved by simply asking him if he is better off fixing the problem and selling it to my client or not fixing it and throwing it back on the market with a disclosed radon problem.

Originally posted by glbisthewaytobe
We're you guys trained in selling property for cash? And not with a loan? When we bought our house we live in now our agent was a young man and had to get his boss to help him with it. It stared at me blankly when I told he we weren't going to finance the home. I get that we are rare but we got the same treatment from the auto dealership both times we bought our cars. The only guy who didn't skip a beat was the guy who I bought my pontoon boat from.

I can't recall actually being trained in it, but it is far less complicated. It can generate more questions at times, because so many required things with a mortgage suddenly become optional.

Originally posted by foofighter24
My best year was 102 sales (many were the result of selling a ton of new construction and getting double credit, so it was really more like 80), and some the easiest transactions I had were with agent assistants. They were professional, accountable, and knew how to talk to people.

Part timers were the worst. Had one that was dragging on and on over a high radon test. When the deal was on the cusp of falling apart, the seller called me direct. The entire situation was resolved by simply asking him if he is better off fixing the problem and selling it to my client or not fixing it and throwing it back on the market with a disclosed radon problem.



102 (or 80) is seriously strong production--congrats. As you know but others may not, the average license-holder won't do 80 transactions in their career.

Originally posted by Larry Roadgrader

102 (or 80) is seriously strong production--congrats. As you know but others may not, the average license-holder won't do 80 transactions in their career.

That was in my five year stretch of no weekends off. I got basically 500 new construction listings because the previous agent wanted to go to the beach every weekend while the project was floundering. Right place at the right time when the market turned.

Originally posted by seths99
corrolla.
I know it's not awd, but seriously, a good small front wheel drive car with nice snow tires is damned near as good as an awd as long as you know how to drive.
mine's an 06 that I bought 3 years ago with 40k on it. this winter I've been averaging 38mpg.

I wouldn't buy a newer Corolla from about 2011-2015. Toyota is just living off of their reputation, they are making the same mistake that U.S auto manufacturers made in the mid 70s and 80s.

In recent years they have led the pack in recalls, but they still have some skeletons in the closet. The new Toyota is not what they used to be.

As I said before, many of their engines have problems with piston rings. What happens when those get worn it is decreased gas mileage due to a loss in compression, and burnt oil/oil consumption. Both are problems that lead to premature engine failure. You know what the procedure is to fix broken piston rings? A new engine, or rebuilding an engine. I've seen Prius's, and Camry's with 40,000 miles already burning oil due to faulty piston rings.

Originally posted by Pithy Radish
I wouldn't buy a newer Corolla from about 2011-2015. Toyota is just living off of their reputation, they are making the same mistake that U.S auto manufacturers made in the mid 70s and 80s.


that's good to know for the future, thanks. mine's an 06 and I plan on running that fucker for a damned long time.

oh, and our counter to their counter was accepted!
and then some celebration sex with the fiance!
a pretty good evening.

Originally posted by seths99
oh, and our counter to their counter was accepted!
and then some celebration sex with the fiance!
a pretty good evening.

i hope she showered first........

Originally posted by foshizzel17
i hope she shaved off her beard first........

That was uncalled for Shizzle!

pet peev #1237: I cant stand seeing a kid in the grocery store with a dirty face. I swear I wanted to go out to my car and get a baby wipe for this kid today. his mom might not have any self respect, but at least let the kid have some

Originally posted by seths99
oh, and our counter to their counter was accepted!
and then some celebration sex with the fiance!
a pretty good evening.

Congrats! On the house and the sex!

Originally posted by foofighter24
Congrats! On the house and the sex!

meh, the sex with his wife isn't that good.......

Originally posted by seths99
oh, and our counter to their counter was accepted!
and then some celebration sex with the fiance!
a pretty good evening.

Congrats mate! Big house or first starter house?

Originally posted by seths99
oh, and our counter to their counter was accepted!



Congrats!

Have you decided what company will do your home inspection? Also, I'd ask for updated "Estimated Cost to the Buyer" and "Good Faith Estimate" from your Realtor and lender, respectively.

Christ almighty buying a used car is a pain. Also rams78110 severely underestimated how much tax, title, D&H, and other fees added up to. Was looking at a $13,900 car that ended up $17,100 when we sat down, so I accidentally wasted some of their time. Then again they did a hard credit check when they told me they were doing a soft check so I don't actually feel bad at all about wasting their time.