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

Gary Ward asked:


As a home buyer you should put as much thought into choosing your real estate agent as choosing your home. It is so easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a new home especially if you are not aware of how the game is played.

Resourceful consumers know that they should interview agents to see how they will perform for them and to switch agents if they are disappointed in an agents performance. How your needs will be met should be based on the variety of services the agent offers, the different skill levels and training he or she has, and the company policies of the firm they work for.

You may end up with someone who hasn’t had much experience, if you met the agent at an Open House or called the Listing Agent about a particular house. It is not uncommon for new agents or part-timers to conduct Open Houses and do ‘up-time’ answering the phones at the real estate offices, not that an experienced agent does not do these things from time to time, but it is not enough to just take up with the first agent you meet without first seeing if they are knowledgeable of the area, the laws, and your interest. If they are the listing agent, unless specifically disclosed otherwise, they represent the seller in any transaction for the sale of a home. It is that Agent’s fiduciary duty to protect the seller’s position at all times. No matter what they tell you their loyalty will lie with their selling clients. Listing Agents are, not focusing on buyers’ needs, you may end up with an agent who will do a better job selling your house when the time comes rather than serving your needs and wants now as a home buyer. A buyer’s agent is a better choice.

If you have found a particular house but want a different agent you may have to deal with something called ‘procuring cause’ which offers guidelines regarding who should get credit for the sale and consequently, payment. That is why we say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure: Choose your real estate agent before you choose your house. It’s not good to see a home with one broker and then bring another broker to the same house for the second showing a month later. Such practices could end up in a long bitter process between agents, slowing down your closing process and perhaps even chancing the lost of your dream home to another buyer.

Treat your agent with the same respect you expect from them, tell them up front if you have worked with another agent in the area, what homes they have shown you and why you choose to seek out a different agent. A good buyer’s agent armed with your expectations will transcend into a great buying experience for you and your family and what a difference that will make in the enjoyment of your new mountain home!



Terri