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What is the primary purpose of showing properties to a buyer?
What is the primary purpose of showing properties to a buyer?
- To help buyers find the right property based on their preferences (correct)
- To familiarize the buyer with the neighborhood
- To showcase the REALTOR's skills
- To convince buyers to purchase a specific property
What is an essential skill for a REALTOR to develop when showing properties?
What is an essential skill for a REALTOR to develop when showing properties?
- Ability to read body language (correct)
- Ability to negotiate prices
- Knowledge of local market trends
- Ability to repair defects in the property
What type of information should a REALTOR be aware of when familiarizing themselves with area characteristics?
What type of information should a REALTOR be aware of when familiarizing themselves with area characteristics?
- Property tax rates
- Local crime rates
- Average property prices
- School district information and proximity to amenities (correct)
Why is it important to prepare post-showing questions beforehand?
Why is it important to prepare post-showing questions beforehand?
What is the benefit of a REALTOR developing expertise in area characteristics?
What is the benefit of a REALTOR developing expertise in area characteristics?
What is the primary goal of a REALTOR when showing properties to a buyer?
What is the primary goal of a REALTOR when showing properties to a buyer?
What is the reason why the speaker's apartment in New York City is considered small?
What is the reason why the speaker's apartment in New York City is considered small?
What is the most important part of a house, according to the speaker?
What is the most important part of a house, according to the speaker?
What is the main goal of a real estate agent, according to the text?
What is the main goal of a real estate agent, according to the text?
What is the advantage of having a functional kitchen, according to the real estate expert?
What is the advantage of having a functional kitchen, according to the real estate expert?
Why is it important to consider the hobbies and tastes of the client when building a house?
Why is it important to consider the hobbies and tastes of the client when building a house?
Why is it important for real estate agents to have videos of the properties?
Why is it important for real estate agents to have videos of the properties?
What is the purpose of 'staging' in real estate, according to the text?
What is the purpose of 'staging' in real estate, according to the text?
What are some of the factors to be considered for neighborhood characteristics?
What are some of the factors to be considered for neighborhood characteristics?
Why is it helpful to create neighborhood 'cheat sheets'?
Why is it helpful to create neighborhood 'cheat sheets'?
When showing properties, what should real estate agents be aware of?
When showing properties, what should real estate agents be aware of?
What is an important aspect of reading buyer body language?
What is an important aspect of reading buyer body language?
What does scratching the top of the head commonly signal?
What does scratching the top of the head commonly signal?
What is one of the primary goals of understanding neighborhood characteristics?
What is one of the primary goals of understanding neighborhood characteristics?
What is the significance of asking buyers about their preferences?
What is the significance of asking buyers about their preferences?
What is one of the key aspects of showing properties effectively?
What is one of the key aspects of showing properties effectively?
What is the main purpose of adding decoration to a house on sale?
What is the main purpose of adding decoration to a house on sale?
Why is it important for real estate agents to stage homes?
Why is it important for real estate agents to stage homes?
Why is a practical office desk important for real estate agents?
Why is a practical office desk important for real estate agents?
Why is it important for real estate agents to be friendly and thoughtful?
Why is it important for real estate agents to be friendly and thoughtful?
What is necessary for real estate agents to protect their personal information?
What is necessary for real estate agents to protect their personal information?
Why is it important to destroy unnecessary documents after scanning them?
Why is it important to destroy unnecessary documents after scanning them?
What is the purpose of a 'web signature'?
What is the purpose of a 'web signature'?
Why is it convenient to have a scanner and a desk drawer for document storage?
Why is it convenient to have a scanner and a desk drawer for document storage?
What is the benefit of keeping an electronic copy of a document?
What is the benefit of keeping an electronic copy of a document?
What is mentioned as a possible investment strategy in the text?
What is mentioned as a possible investment strategy in the text?
Why is it important to ensure your house looks its best before a viewing?
Why is it important to ensure your house looks its best before a viewing?
What can happen if the outside of your house doesn't look attractive and welcoming?
What can happen if the outside of your house doesn't look attractive and welcoming?
Why do many sellers underestimate the importance of curb appeal?
Why do many sellers underestimate the importance of curb appeal?
What can be the result if a buyer doesn't like what they see immediately?
What can be the result if a buyer doesn't like what they see immediately?
On a cold winter’s day, what is more of a priority than opening the windows for fresh air?
On a cold winter’s day, what is more of a priority than opening the windows for fresh air?
Why should you clear away weeds and unsightly greens from your garden?
Why should you clear away weeds and unsightly greens from your garden?
Why is it important to leave a space for potential buyers to park their car?
Why is it important to leave a space for potential buyers to park their car?
What should you do with your pet during a house viewing?
What should you do with your pet during a house viewing?
Why should you provide information about your property beforehand?
Why should you provide information about your property beforehand?
What should you do with your pet’s hair and smell before a viewing?
What should you do with your pet’s hair and smell before a viewing?
Why should you plan how to show viewers around your home?
Why should you plan how to show viewers around your home?
What should you do with less desirable areas or rooms of the house?
What should you do with less desirable areas or rooms of the house?
Why should you provide as much detail as possible before the viewing?
Why should you provide as much detail as possible before the viewing?
What is the first thing a viewer will see when approaching a property?
What is the first thing a viewer will see when approaching a property?
Why is it important to remove clutter and tidy up the house?
Why is it important to remove clutter and tidy up the house?
What can be done to make smaller homes appear more spacious?
What can be done to make smaller homes appear more spacious?
What should you do with unique features in the property?
What should you do with unique features in the property?
Why is it important to make the house bright and fresh?
Why is it important to make the house bright and fresh?
Why should you polish your windows and give your front door a lick of paint?
Why should you polish your windows and give your front door a lick of paint?
Why should you hide away dustbins and clear the driveway?
Why should you hide away dustbins and clear the driveway?
Why should sellers be honest about their property's flaws?
Why should sellers be honest about their property's flaws?
What is important for sellers to remember when conducting a house viewing?
What is important for sellers to remember when conducting a house viewing?
What can sellers do to create an inviting entrance to their property?
What can sellers do to create an inviting entrance to their property?
Why should sellers ask themselves what they would want to ask during a house viewing?
Why should sellers ask themselves what they would want to ask during a house viewing?
What should sellers focus on when preparing for a house viewing?
What should sellers focus on when preparing for a house viewing?
What is the benefit of being honest about the property's flaws?
What is the benefit of being honest about the property's flaws?
Why should you let natural daylight in while showing a property?
Why should you let natural daylight in while showing a property?
What should you avoid doing during a property viewing?
What should you avoid doing during a property viewing?
Why should you avoid following the buyer around the property?
Why should you avoid following the buyer around the property?
How many viewings does it take on average to sell a house?
How many viewings does it take on average to sell a house?
Why should you not emphasize your connection to the house?
Why should you not emphasize your connection to the house?
What should you do at the end of a viewing?
What should you do at the end of a viewing?
Why should you let the buyer leave when they want to?
Why should you let the buyer leave when they want to?
What is the benefit of having an estate agent handle viewings?
What is the benefit of having an estate agent handle viewings?
Why should you avoid being too pushy when selling a house?
Why should you avoid being too pushy when selling a house?
What is the ideal scenario when showing a property to a buyer?
What is the ideal scenario when showing a property to a buyer?
Study Notes
Showing a House to a Buyer as a REALTOR
Area Characteristics
- Familiarizing yourself with area characteristics can develop expertise beneficial to your buyer-clients
- Key area characteristics to be aware of:
- School district information
- Proximity to shopping, hospitals, stores, etc.
- Traffic considerations
- Access to main highways
- Proposed roadway construction
- Proposed changes to municipal zoning/land usage
- Planned construction projects
- Proximity to airports
- Access to public transportation
Neighborhood Features and Amenities
- Developing a working knowledge of neighborhoods and their amenities can help narrow down potential properties
- Key neighborhood features to consider:
- General covenants and restrictions
- Approximate lot size
- Approximate age of homes in the neighborhood
- Availability of neighborhood schools
- Availability of pools, tennis courts, and recreational facilities
- Approximate HOA fees for subdivisions
- Land and terrain characteristics
- Drainage considerations
- Availability of emergency services
- Planned expansions
Property Features
- Property features are usually given the most weight by prospective buyers
- Key property features to be aware of:
- Age of home, roof, electrical wiring, HVAC
- Lot size
- Square footage and number of rooms
- Asking price, assumability, or seller-financing options
- Approximate monthly payments and insurance costs
- Average monthly utilities
- Easements and restrictions
- Existence of liens or assessments (and amounts)
- Special features (i.e. pool or spa)
- Seller's reason for selling
Reading Body Language
- Being able to read body language is a valuable skill when showing properties
- Key body language cues to watch for:
- Where the buyer's eyes are looking
- Hand movements:
- To the throat or neck: irritation
- Fingers to the chin: interest
- Chin in palm: boredom
- Scratching the sides of the head: interest, curiosity
- Scratching the top of the head: concern
- Clutching hands together: lack of patience
- Touching something: interest
- Tapping hands on table: ready to leave
Preparing for a House Viewing
- Importance of a successful house viewing: helps potential buyers to imagine living in the house
- Key factors to consider:
- First impressions (kerb appeal)
- Cleanliness and tidiness
- Clutter-free space
- Highlighting distinctive features
Improving Kerb Appeal
- Importance of kerb appeal: first impressions count
- Ways to improve kerb appeal:
- Mow the lawn and prune plants
- Hide away dustbins and clear the driveway
- Polish windows and consider repainting the front door
Tidying Up and Removing Clutter
- Importance of cleanliness and tidiness: makes it easier for buyers to imagine living in the house
- Ways to declutter:
- Put away items in boxes
- Consider removing some items temporarily (e.g. to a storage space)
- Clear away clutter and mess
Creating Space and Highlighting Features
- Importance of creating space: makes the house feel more spacious
- Ways to create space:
- Clear away clutter and unnecessary items
- Emphasize distinctive features (e.g. fireplace, garden)
- Importance of highlighting features: helps buyers to appreciate the house's unique qualities
Preparing for the Viewing
- Importance of preparation: helps to make the house viewing a success
- Ways to prepare:
- Gather information about the property and local area
- Prepare answers to common questions
- Ensure the house is clean, tidy, and well-maintained
Conducting the House Viewing
- Importance of good manners: politeness and courtesy are key
- Ways to showcase the house:
- Highlight its best features
- Emphasize its unique qualities
- Provide information about the property and local area
- Importance of honesty: don't hide flaws or mislead buyers
Tips for a Successful House Viewing
- Create an inviting entrance
- Ensure the house is warm and well-lit
- Let buyers look around independently
- Don't over-exaggerate or be too pushy
- Offer your time to answer further questions
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Learn how to show a house to a buyer as a REALTOR. This quiz covers essential tips for providing buyers with the information they need and narrowing down their preferences.
