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991,252
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

Less liability for the seller, better marketing and advertising and a whole lot less headaches

May 30, 2016 09:11 PM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I have not yet -- however John Meussner and I have discussed working together with FSBOs in my area. 

May 31, 2016 02:11 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

I like what Kenneth J. Jones said...

May 30, 2016 10:19 PM
Rainmaker
7,863,162
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I have never focused on this sector.

May 30, 2016 10:14 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Praful,

Kenneth J. Jones gave you a wonderful answer. A

May 30, 2016 02:40 PM
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

The same value I provide to the sellers who hire me

May 30, 2016 01:58 PM
Rainmaker
534,547
Robert Havana
Park and Protect- Alberta Real Estate License Parking - Calgary, AB
Alberta Real Estate License Parking

i havent worked a fsbo in ages, i would probably be pretty rusty in my technique

May 30, 2016 01:40 PM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I do not pursure FSBOs however I used to when I was newer in the business. I felt like I could serve them well and work harder because I wasn't as busy as other agents and could focus more time and effort on them.

May 30, 2016 01:35 PM
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Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

I don't make a habit of prospecting FSBOs. 

May 30, 2016 01:22 PM
Rainmaker
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Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

I will only do it for the regular commission.

May 30, 2016 12:43 PM
Rainmaker
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Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

I am not sure what you are asking here, Praful...you are listing a (once) FSBO or you are assisting a FSBO with their selling/marketing?

May 30, 2016 12:07 PM
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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

I bring them Buyers, and get a commission in return.

 

May 30, 2016 10:16 AM
Rainmaker
1,728,156
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Anything beyond normal agent  pre-listing services should be the limit. Remember, a screw-up can end up with a claim on your E&O or even a grievance.

May 30, 2016 09:24 AM
Rainmaker
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FN LN
Toronto, ON

It depends upon the specific agreement signed by the FSBO.

May 30, 2016 06:38 AM
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Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I usually go in and view the home and tell them all the things I do to market a home.  I'm an open book.  When they realize how much time it takes, they will call if they are overwhelmed and hire me.  If not, and they truly think they can do it all themselves, I'm glad they don't want my service.  But I usually don't try to convince them to use me, but tell them how to do it themselves.  Good old reverse psychology.

May 30, 2016 05:39 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,257
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Praful Thakkar My approach was always to ask the FSBO not for a listing, but for a One-Time Showing Agreement. For this approach to work you do have to have a potential buyer for the property. When the seller finds they cannot sell the property themselves, they will more than likely call you because you do have a track record for bringing potential buyers to them. It doesn't always work, but with a potential buyer you do have a chance to sell the property. Important note: Get it in writing up front before bringing in a potential buyer.

May 30, 2016 05:17 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

Unless the FSBO (or the buyer) agree to compensate me for my efforts, I don't work with them.

May 30, 2016 04:46 AM
Rainmaker
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Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

I don't by the time I see a sign. There are three agents working on the listing asking 1% listing fee.

May 30, 2016 04:14 AM
Rainmaker
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Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

My tip for opening the door to dialog was simple: I have a buyer for you, or I can hold professional open houses for you so I can get you a buyer and possible create multiple offers. I'll also handle all the paperwork for you fo $X fee. I just worked with a FSBO last year in La Jolla successfully $1.1 million sale. Thanks for the link Praful Thakkar too!

May 30, 2016 03:02 AM
Rainmaker
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Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

I will attempt to help them save money

May 30, 2016 02:48 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Thanks for sharing the link Praful.

May 30, 2016 02:23 AM
Rainmaker
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Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Depends on my relationship with buyer and/or seller.  If I am buyer agent I disclose that to seller; and no representation for seller unless they are working with attorney

May 30, 2016 02:17 AM