J t asked:


I really like this truck but as a Real Estate Agent I don’t know if people would think it’s to low brow. I’m not into driving Mercedes or BMW to show how successful I am but I don’t want this truck to hurt my image the other way. The truck seats 5 very confortably. Any Opinions would be appreciated.
Thanks everyone so far, I like your response. I like it and i hope it’ll be a pleasant change from the usual SUV look out there. I drove sedans for over 18 years just need a change
Hey Ethol I hear you Loud and clear. I have a pontiac grand prix sitting outside my house right now totally shot. The transmission went for the second time since the summer. I did alot of research and Toyota seems to come up top. Me and my family have always been a Chevy lovers. But Listen I’m not pulling up in a mercedes with a I’ve got it all attitude. The truck drove like nothing else and the resale should be really great if it stay consistent with toyota line up. I am all for the big 3 but their problems didn’t just come up over night with local trators, it’s been over 20 years of their financial problems piling up. You have to be thankful that people have been loyal. And I’ll be honest your point makes sense but I’ll end with this if I can’t properly service my clients (16years) they would have gone somewhere else long ago. Loyalty only can go so far.
Hey guys, between the two of you. It seems the one thing you agree on is don’t pay more for a tundra. I read the recall stuff and it scares me. The most fustrating thing about this whole process is you can’t seem to get consistent info. Ethol you say that the ford is the best but then he says it’s problamatic. I’m just going for best value for the buck. Edmunds rated it 6th best residual value out of all suv and pickups. Come on the buck is what counts. Real people are putting real money on that. Honestley at the car show I liked the interior of the lincoln Mark but didn’t look further into it. My number one fear is not being able to sell of have value in the vehicle. Did you know that if I Lease (48Months) 4Runner I can drive it for 19 months and give back to them with no questions asked no penalty and possibly get money back.(they couldn’t guarantee that with the tundra because it’s a new model and it’s hard to see how it’s going to do.

Gordon

Prudence Wong asked:


There are some people, who feel that a real estate transaction can be carried out without the assistance of a real estate agent. Once I was also thinking like the way you are thinking now. With just one transaction, I have changed my feeling or attitude and I fully convinced that for the best deal, the service of real estate agent is inevitable.

Of course you can get deals without the support of real estate agents, but not the best deal! I am sure you will also change the mindset in a short time.

If you are thinking that you have to pay commission to a real estate agent when you buy a property through him, I can tell you that you may be wrong. It is only the seller who pays the real estate agent. As a buyer, the service of a real estate agent will not add up in your expenses. Avoiding the real estate agent simply means that you are adding up the profit of the seller. Policies of commission may vary from state (or country) to state (country) as well.

When you deal with a real estate agent you should better make sure that he is not charging you any commission from you as a buyer. You can have a dialogue or interview with the agent so that you will be clear about his terms and conditions. And also this will help you to get a primary assessment about the capabilities of the real estate agent as well.

Many real estate agents are out there who work with sellers as well as buyers. There are many real estate agents who work with either with sellers or buyers only.

If you are a potential buyer looking for real estate properties, make sure that the real estate agents you prefer have good experience in working with buyers. Good real estate agents will be there with you until the deal is closed. They will support you during the time of transactions, documentations and approvals.

You can interview the real estate agent to find out whether he is familiar with the programs like down payment assistance. If he is not well versed with such programs, you should not hire him. The agents who do not have familiarity in these types of transactions will not be having much experience as well. So you will not able to get your investment through them.

First step in selecting the best real estate agent should start by making a short list of agents to be interviewed. You can get information about the agents from friends and family members or from lenders. Generally lenders may suggest some agents and mostly they will be agents working with buyers. The recommendation of the lender will be a good choice as they know each other and must have worked earlier together.

The agents who work with the buyers only will be the best option for you, if you are a buyer. Similarly those who work with only sellers will b the best choice for you as a seller. You should discuss with the real estate agents about his fees in the first interview you have with him. This will assure you a transparent deal.

You can ask for a sample contract to see the terms and conditions. You have to make sure the agent will work in favor of you, not for the other party. You should spend much time and efforts to locate a perfect real estate agent; you should not rush in deciding the agent. Make sure that you get an agent who is not a man after money only; he should have a genuine interest in supporting you in the deals.



Justin

Mark Z asked:


A real estate agent will guide you to – and through – the most important decision of your life. How do you know, for sure, that he will act in your best interests?

How do you know if he will really work for you? Is he too busy for you? What of his personal integrity? How much effort will he expend for you?

You will want to feel very comfortable with the real estate agent that you choose, comfortable enough to be able to say ‘no’ to the bargain of the month and ‘no’ to the almost perfect house.

He must not be intimidating to you, yet a business-like attitude and assertiveness are qualities you will want in a professional acting for you.

Often when you are choosing a business professional, the outcome is not so critical, but who wants to lose their dream property? Choosing a real estate agent falls into the same bracket as choosing a medical doctor or a lawyer.

The interview and short listing process is really all about finding one that you feel comfortable with. Real estate agents usually have a ‘presentation’. This is usually a very business-like procedure and if they are having an off day, the presentation may click in automatically.

However, you will need to get past the ‘rehearsed’ person and get to know the real one. Most real estate agents will have integrity, they have their reputations to think about, but you need to feel that you also have one that understands you and your wants.

Some real estate agents have amazing sales records, so ask about sales history. Ask if he would mind giving you some recent sales to choose references from. Gather up at least half a dozen and then choose your own references to phone. Before you phone, ask the real estate agent a few questions.

For instance: How long was each house on the market? How many were reduced and why? How many times and by how much?

Some other questions could be: Will there be a marketing plan drawn up for the sale of your house? Will it be carried out? What guarantees do you have? To see if the agent is keen and enthusiastic, ask him if he has taken any extra real estate courses.

See if you find his voice or tone very monotone; if so, do you find it relaxing, or would you prefer a lively voice generating a more energetic feeling?

Finally you must try and gauge the quality of his negotiating skills. Ask about commissions; in a house sale it will be necessary for you both to be able to discuss money amicably.

Observe the way the real estate agent explains things when you try and negotiate a lower rate. If he can convince you that his fee is fair and that he will have to work hard to earn it, then he can convince others to listen to his viewpoint when he is working for you!

All this discussion will give you enough time and a good basis on which to judge the personality of the real estate agent. Then the bottom line is that you have to pick someone that you feel you can trust.



Josephine