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Rainmaker
2,012,678
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

I have thought about it.  It depends on what I think the problem is.

Apr 16, 2015 03:21 PM
Ambassador
3,535,258
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

I just gave a listing back a the sellers kept rejecting showings

Apr 16, 2015 12:31 PM
Rainmaker
175,614
Spirit Messingham
Tierra Antigua Realty - Tucson, AZ
Third Generation Full-Time Realtor® 520 471-6900

I don't like to quit on people.  I provide honest and open feedback, if the sellers choose not to take it, and dont accept multiple offers I am bringing them, in it for the long haul.  I have fired clients, but more for malice not because their house which I represent is not selling.  Good luck.

Apr 16, 2015 09:37 AM
Rainer
216,904
Sharon Altier
Coldwell Banker Realty - Elmhurst, IL
Luxury Property Specialist, CSC, SFR

Not unless THEY are the reason it is not selling.  IF they are being difficult, there is no reason to have a tortured relationship and I would terminate the relationship.  Sometimes the mere threat of that turns them around. 

Apr 16, 2015 07:16 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,132
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

On some situations, yes.

Oct 06, 2018 06:37 AM
Rainmaker
4,582,184
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Debbie - some sellers are not ready to sell.  If there is no motivation.  There can be no sale.  I would and have suggested cancelling the listing after discussing with the broker.  

Apr 17, 2015 01:12 AM
Rainer
273,587
Richard Robibero, e-Pro, ABR, SRS
Panorama R.E. Limited - Toronto, ON
Selling Your Home as if it were My Own!

I have but it's a rare thought.

Apr 16, 2015 10:35 PM
Rainmaker
5,112,471
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

It depends on why I think the property isn't selling. I have "given back" a listing or two because it was clear the property couldn't support the asking price and the sellers wouldn't reduce. At some point, it's time to move on.

Apr 16, 2015 08:59 PM
Rainmaker
1,107,863
Sharon Parisi
United Real Estate Dallas - Dallas, TX
Dallas Homes

During the depth of the recession, I had a listing that stayed on the market for several months.  It was a joint effort between the Sellers and the Realtor.  We pulled out all the stops, kept in close communication, and the property sold to the perfect Buyers. Sellers become like family when you work together.  I have never given up on a listing.

Apr 16, 2015 02:03 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,308
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

No, that would be giving up and I don't quit.

Apr 16, 2015 12:59 PM
Rainmaker
2,443,250
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

Yes, but I don't.  I put more effort into it.  If it is overpriced I use the Floyd Wickman method to get a price reduction.  If you don't know what that is call me Debbie...

Apr 16, 2015 12:05 PM
Rainmaker
1,771,867
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

I am no quitter Debbie but I have one with an unreasonable seller. Emotional attached and over priced I do not think this house will sell.

Apr 16, 2015 11:21 AM
Rainmaker
3,627,072
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

I've done it several times.  It usually is the seller not wanting to come to grips with reality...

Apr 16, 2015 09:35 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,328
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

if a property hasn't sold, it usually needs a price adjustment....price is the cure-all when it comes to stagnant properties.....just my opinion.... everything sells at the right price....

Apr 16, 2015 09:26 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Depends on the why and benefit that may exist to maintain a carreer listing.

I'm renting one front yard becuase the seller stated they will wait for the marekt to catch up to their price. This is a no touch listing so I can wait with them.

The real unknown for me is I do not know what 'try and try' means.

Apr 16, 2015 07:21 AM