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Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

I listed a horse farm in PG County MD a while ago.  A buyer asked the seller if their agent (me) was experienced, a sly way of suggesting that the price was high.

My seller said, "Yes.  Lenn has more real estate knowledge than all the rest of the agents in this area together."

I was, to say the least, pleased.

Feb 20, 2015 12:48 AM
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Terry McCarley
Coastal Real Estate - Cape Coral FL - Cape Coral, FL
REALTOR, SRES, CDPE - Cape Coral, FL

It may not seem like a compliment to some people but I have been told numerous times that I am honest to a fault.  I personally take it as a compliment as I have helped buyers avoid making make purchase decisions by sharing everything I know that might have an impact on their decision to purchase a particular home or not.

Feb 20, 2015 12:37 AM
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Gene Riemenschneider
Home Point Real Estate - Brentwood, CA
Turning Houses into Homes

Two that come to mind.  When I was single I had a roommate.  Someone visited the apartment and commented on the large volumne of books I had.  My roommate said, "Not only that, but he has read most of them too."  

My two older teenage sons were down on dad.  Apparently my late Brother-in-law took them aside and pointed out how I "Make Things Happen" for them.  How hard I work to give them opprotunities.  He praised me as a father to the extreme.  

In real estate, there are those that have recognized my integrity and that has been my biggest selling point.

Feb 20, 2015 03:11 AM
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1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Chris, the best complement I ever received was after leaving from a closing. The seller's told me they wished they had used me as their agent. I represented the buyer.

Feb 20, 2015 01:53 AM
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Doyle Davison
Hawaiian Beaches Hawaii - 714-968-6767 - Huntington Beach, CA
30 years as your Concierge services listing broker

best compliment ever.. my mother and father in law would complement me at how good I was. This was amazing because my own family never had anything good to say.  It was nice to finally be recognized and supported by someone who cared. This changed my whole perspective in life, it only took two caring people. I have dedicated my life to doing the same now to others.

Feb 20, 2015 01:44 AM
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Ron Bork

When my beautiful and amazing wife said "yes".

Feb 20, 2015 12:51 AM
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

A client called me the "fairy godmother" of Charlotte real estate! I quite liked that characterization.

Feb 19, 2015 07:36 PM
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

The most recent one. 

Feb 19, 2015 02:41 PM
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Amanda Christiansen
Christiansen Group Realty (260)704-0843 - Fort Wayne, IN
Christiansen Group Realty

We helped Kim buy a home.  She was so pleased with us, she sent us to her monther.  Her mother was so pleased with us, she sent us to HER mother.  Her mother was so pleased with us, she sent us to her other grandaughter.  

To me, that says it all.

Feb 20, 2015 01:59 AM
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Cindy Davis
SD Home Source Realty - San Diego, CA

My best compliments state that I care, I listen well, and that I possess integrity. Those mean everything to me. 

Feb 20, 2015 01:24 AM
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Evelyn M Epperson
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Johns Creek, GA
A Tradition Of [Excellence, Trust & Service]

A buyer said they spoke to several agents and had questions.  I was the only agent to answered the questions.  I also sent them an article with details to follow up with my answers.  They said I am the agent they are working with because I gave great customer service.

Feb 20, 2015 12:47 AM
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Kathleen Frawley
Keller Williams 916 730-4404 Elk Grove, Wilton, Folsom, Sacramento - Wilton, CA
South County Sacramento, 916 730 4404

"Will you help my mom sell her house too?"

BEST compliment ever.

Feb 20, 2015 12:33 AM
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Marianne Zahl
The Bob & Ronna Group - Ellicott City, MD

We just had TWO former clients join our group as agents because of the exceptional service they received working with us. 

Feb 19, 2015 11:43 PM
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Vera Gonzalez
RE/MAX Suburban, Inc. - Sterling Heights, MI
Gonzo For Real Estate

They tell people when they refer me I am like their family. 

Feb 19, 2015 11:39 PM
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531,677
Marie Story
Coldwell Banker - Pinecrest (Miami) - Pinecrest, FL
Broker Associate, Pinecrest (Miami) Specialist

I appreciate compliments from my fellow real estate agents.  Such as, "Marie, I really love it when you are the listing agent".

Feb 19, 2015 11:31 PM
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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

There's the complement I needed and there's the compliment that acknowledges.

The greatest professional compliment sounded like, "You made us feel like we were the only clients you had to work with, even though we knew this was far from the truth."  Pro's make it look easy.

The one I needed to hear most was, "You're the 'IDEA MAN!" Presented formally with card(below) and all. From time to time, all that other stuff we do that occurs beyond the observation of the public and our clients is recognized.

Even when idea's don't get traction, I need to keep encouraging myself, "As long as the ideas keep coming, the race is not over."

Feb 19, 2015 10:08 PM
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Barbara Le Pine
ADVANTAGE REAL ESTATE, serving Lincoln County - Newport, OR
Your agent for the Central Oregon Coast!

I was complimented by my client (yesterday!) for always answering my phone when it rings, and calling back quickly when they leave a message. I have worked with that client over the years and received many referrals, the ultimate compliment.

Feb 20, 2015 03:22 AM
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Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

When my sellers try to give me a check above and beyond my commission at closing.

Feb 20, 2015 03:17 AM
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Anna Hatridge
R Gilliam Real Estate LLC - Farmington, MO
Missouri Realtor with R Gilliam Real Estate LLC

"Anna helped me buy a home.  If she can make it possible for me, she can help anyone!"  That is what she was saying to a co-worker.  I over-heard her working her second shift job at the bakery while I was waiting for my bread. 

Feb 20, 2015 03:11 AM
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Bill & Cyndi Daves
Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, Hayesville, Murphy and Beyond! - Hiawassee, GA
TeamDAVES - Your REALTORS In the GA/NC Mountains!

Naturally, the highest compliment is when a client refers us to someone they know.  However, I received a request this morning from a client that I took as a huge compliment!  We are in the process of listing a property for an older gentleman who is going through a divorce.   The terms of the prenuptial agreement are a bit confusing and are affecting the timing for putting the house on the market.  The client called and asked if I would accompany him to an appointment with his attorney so that we would all be on the same page.  I feel honored that he trusts me enough to do this with him.  

Cyndi

Feb 20, 2015 02:30 AM
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Kimo Jarrett
Cyber Properties - Huntington Beach, CA
Pro Lifestyle Solutions

The best? They're always the best till the next one comes along, right?

Feb 20, 2015 02:21 AM
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HomeScenes.com ® - Atlanta, GA
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We are pleased to receive compliments everyday! It is so rewarding for our entire team when we learn that a member agent has experienced success and that we played a small part in that success! Our mission is to help agents advertise their listings on the Internet using high tech marketing tools and THRIVE! Please read a few words from member agent, Dick Runstadler....

 “Hello HomeScenes.com, You have been my virtual tour vendor since you first started your company many years ago. You not only advertise my Georgia property listings, you photographed my Destin, FL Silver Shells condo which promptly SOLD! Working with HomeScenes.com has been the greatest thing I have ever done to promote and sell my listings. HomeScenes.com has the greatest service and tech support! The income I have made using HomeScenes.com has put me in the Top 1% in the USA! HomeScenes.com is a quality organization run by the best people in the business! Thanks for all you do to help my real estate business thrive!“
Dick Runstadler with Keller Williams® Realty Lanier Partners - Gainesville, GA

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Never Give Up on Your Dreams...

Your HomeScenes.com Team!

 

Feb 20, 2015 01:57 AM
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Adele Langdon
Los Angeles, CA
Exclusive Realty Inc.

Mine is short and sweet but I always love to hear it.

"You Nailed it"

Feb 20, 2015 01:50 AM
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David Feldberg
Coastal Real Estate Group - Newport Beach, CA

I know its been said a few times but referrals from past clients for sure.

 

Feb 20, 2015 01:50 AM
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Vern Eaton
Askov, MN
Realtor 651-674-7449

I was introduced to a family member and they were told right in front of me that I was the one they needed to list with.

Feb 20, 2015 01:35 AM
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Gary Branscombe
Realtypath LLC - Advantage - Salt Lake City, UT
Your Preferred Realtor in the Salt Lake City Area

Referrals are great compliments. 

Feb 20, 2015 01:31 AM
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Ron Aguilar
Gateway Mortgage Group - Saint George, UT
Mortgage & Real Estate Advisor since 1995

I am with Debbie, you are only as good as your last one. Think of sports teams

Feb 20, 2015 01:18 AM
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Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

I love it when they post praises about me on Facebook for their entire list of friends to see.  Recently a client posted that I was amazing on FB. I was thrilled! And he's done it twice!

Feb 20, 2015 01:13 AM
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John Rakoci
Eagle Realty - North Myrtle Beach, SC
North Myrtle Beach Coastal Carolinas

Multiple referrals from individuals and so many former clients have become friends!

Feb 20, 2015 12:19 AM
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David Bacon
Realty One Group - Glendale, AZ

That I help my client achieve the dream of owning there own home! 

Feb 19, 2015 11:26 PM
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634,482
Kathleen Luiten
Resort and Second-Home Specialist - Princeville, HI
Kauai Luxury Ocean Home Sales

Multiple referrals over the years from past clients.

Feb 19, 2015 05:18 PM
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Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

That I was selfless when I was negotiating a transaction Chris.

Feb 22, 2015 10:40 PM
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280,599
Jeanne Gregory
RE/MAX Southwest - Sugar Land, TX
The most important home I sell is YOURS!

"You treated me like I was your only client.  And I know I wasn't"  From the owner of a $58,000 condo.

Feb 20, 2015 07:24 AM
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Mary Grimme
Kokopelli Realty LLc - Tampa, FL

I had worked with a family that had two very small children. The older child had just turned two. The younger child was 3 mos. A few months after we closed the mother wrote me a thank you note. She said her older son still asks if we are going to see Miss Mary everytime they buckled him into the car. I had made the whole buying experience so stress free the two year old still wanted to come "play" with me. She was dreading buying a home with two babies in tow but I made it fun for her, 

Feb 20, 2015 07:12 AM
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Ajay Pandya
e-Merge Real Estate Unlimited - Columbus, OH
Realtor Ajay Pandya

A HAPPY FACE of my client.

Feb 14, 2018 09:42 PM
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Liane Thomas, Top Listing Agent
Professional Realty Services® - Corona, CA
Bringing you Home!

Best compliment: I repped a seller on the sale of his home. When the buyer wanted to sell it a few years later, he called me. Said I ran circles around his agent and did a good job of protecting both parties when we could have really taken advantage of the buyer due to his agents inexperience.

Mar 11, 2015 04:31 AM
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Marilyn O'Donoghue
Long & Foster Avalon - Avalon, NJ

Best compliment given to me is that I am the nicest person.

Feb 21, 2015 03:24 AM
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Marshall Brown
Mid America Inspection Services, LLC - Fargo, ND
BSEE, CHI

"You're the best Dad in the world!"

Feb 20, 2015 10:46 PM
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Diana Dahlberg
1 Month Realty - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Real Estate in Kenosha, WI since 1994 262-308-3563

A few things come to mind: My husband who was a top agent when we met taught me the business ... and I ended up becoming the top agent in our county ... probably every week I hear my husband on the phone saying, "you never find a more honest and hardworking agent than Diana" -- and I've gotten numerous calls that came to me because they were told "if you want the best agent who will be honest and get the job done there is no one else to call but Diana. Another thought is the many times I've had the children of my clients grow up and use me because they said their parents said I was the best agent in town.  The most recent complement came this week when I received a call from a top agent in town who asked me if I could take care of her son because she was not feeling well and wanted her son to be well taken care of.  Coming from a competitor in my business (she could have chosen from 50 agents in her own office!) Amazing!  In summary ... I give God all the Glory for the opportunity to serve my community and am thankful that He continues to open doors of opportunity to me every day!

Feb 20, 2015 11:48 AM
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Dorte Engel
RE/MAX Leading Edge - Bowie, MD
ABC - Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton & rest of Maryland

Dear Chris,

Any time, someone uses my services again a second, third or fourth time or sends me a referral, I do a quick happy dance in my mind. Doing a good job is a cheap trick, but it works.

Feb 20, 2015 10:40 AM
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105,987
Chris Mamone
Keller Mortgage - Tacoma, WA
Senior Loan Officer

Thank you for sharing your best compliment! I enjoyed reading your responses! Thank you AR for featuring my question!

Feb 20, 2015 06:32 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

There have been so many over the years, the most recent client calls me a Rockstar, not sure if it is the best, but it is nice to be appreciated.

Oct 28, 2019 11:46 PM
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279,878
Dipti Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
On a team with Praful Thakkar

Appreciation of my work from Praful.

Jun 28, 2018 09:35 PM
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4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

When the buyers or sellers tell me that whatever I do is in their best interest.

Mar 14, 2018 09:15 PM
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4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I'm still waiting for it.

Feb 09, 2018 06:01 AM
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248,771
Dale Taylor
Re/Max 10 New Lenox Illinois http://dtaylor.remax.com - Frankfort, IL
Realtor = Chicago Illinois Homes Townhomes Condos

Whenever a previous Seller or Buyer calls me to sell their home again, and this has happen several times in my career.

Whenever a Buyer keeps coming back for me to serve them over and over again.

Whenever a previous Client sends me a referral not looking for me to give them anything in return, simply because they know I will give their family member or friend superb customer service.

Whenever a close or extended family, a close or distant friend wants me to serve them, not caring whether I know their personal financial information, which by the way I don't really care to know, nor to remember, trust me enough to know I will keep their business confidential, trust me to serve them.

Whenever any of the above happens to me I consider these the highest compliments paid to me.

Mar 29, 2015 03:09 PM
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Melinda Merrill
Prudential Montana - Ennis, MT

"Your not just my agent you've become my friend"

Feb 23, 2015 10:40 AM
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Steve Walny
Addison Wolfe Real Estate - New Hope, PA
. . . A Contrasting Point of View in Bucks County

A former employer, who became a good friend, said to me early in the working relationship - "Hmm, have you worked for me the past 25 or so years but I didn't know it?  How is it that you're SO in tuned to what I'm trying to accomplish here and are anticipating my next 3 steps - and they're ALREADY done!"  I learned a lot from him, sadly he is no longer with us.

Feb 23, 2015 10:12 AM
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387,189
Dana Basiliere
Rossi & Riina Real Estate - Williston, VT
Making deals "Happen"

I was told I had good hair!

Feb 21, 2015 09:01 AM
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Marte Cliff
Marte Cliff Copywriting - Priest River, ID
Your real estate writer

All compliments are wonderful and welcome, but I can think of two that are really important. One is the fact that my grown sons call me often to share their lives. 

The other is when someone says "Thanks, you made my day."

Feb 21, 2015 02:04 AM
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282,972
Annette Thor
Connecticut Homes and Commercial Fairfield Cty,CT reinct.com - Westport, CT
Residential & Commercial Real Estate Broker in CT

When my clients know that I am helping them make the best decision possible, and they can always expect the complete truth from me.

Feb 20, 2015 10:35 PM
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105,987
Chris Mamone
Keller Mortgage - Tacoma, WA
Senior Loan Officer

What was it Debbie?

Feb 19, 2015 03:16 PM