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š” Win Before You Begin: 10 Things Smart Agents Do Before Every Listing!
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š Good evening, listing warriors! In real estate, your listing appointment doesnāt start when you sit down at the kitchen table; it starts the moment that client hears your car door shut. First impressions arenāt just lastingātheyāre decisive.
Sellers are observing everything: your timing, your professionalism, and your energy. If you want to increase your chances of winning the listing, these 10 simple habits will give you a serious edge. šļø
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šļø Win Before You Begin: 10 Things Smart Agents Do Before Every Listing!
ā° 1. Show Up On TimeāOr Better Yet, Early
Youāre being judged before you knock on the door. Showing up on timeāor arriving 10 to 15 minutes earlyātells the seller youāre dependable, respectful, and organized.
It also allows you to prepare mentally, review your notes, and avoid looking rushed. People form impressions of others within the first 7 secondsāand punctuality sends a loud, clear signal that youāre a professional whoās on the ball.
Running late, on the other hand, creates unnecessary doubt before youāve even started.
š æļø 2. Park Like a Pro
This oneās simple but often overlooked. Donāt park in the driveway or block walkways. Park on the street or wherever itās easiest for them to come and go. Itās respectful, thoughtful, and keeps the visual focus on the houseānot your car.
š¤3. Master the Handshake
Your handshake matters. It should be firm, confident, and sincereānot crushing or limp. People draw conclusions about your confidence, warmth, and trustworthiness in an instant. Practice it if needed. The right handshake sets the tone for everything that follows.
š” 4. Respect Their Space
If thereās a shoe rack by the door, follow their lead and take off your shoes. If youāre unsure, ask politely. Itās a small gesture, but it shows you pay attention to detail and respect their homeātwo traits sellers want in someone handling their largest financial asset.
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Also: Make sure youāre wearing socks or hose, or at least have a nice pedicure if youāre in a beach town kicking off your sandals. Donāt creep sellers out with icky feet.
⨠5. Bring Positive Energy
Youāre not just a real estate professionalāyouāre a guest in their home. Bring warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Sellers want to feel like their agent actually likes their home. Compliment their dĆ©cor, comment on a feature you genuinely appreciate, and smile. Positivity builds rapport.
Sellers choose agents who ābelieve in the houseā. Even if itās a rough property, find something positive to say about the neighborhood, the backyard, the fireplace, etc.
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šŖ 6. Donāt Assume the Head of the Table
When itās time to sit down and talk, donāt just take the āpower seat.ā That can create an awkward situation. Instead, ask, āWhere do you usually sit?ā and follow their lead. This shows respect and makes the client feel comfortable and in controlāwithout you having to give up any authority.
šŖ 7. Say Yes to Cookies
Or water. Or coffee. If the seller offers a refreshment, say yes. Accepting hospitality builds connection. It may feel small, but people feel good when their gestures are appreciated. Say thank you, mean it, and move on confidently.
They may have spent the afternoon prepping the house and baking for you!
āļø 8. Send a Thank-You Note
Old-school? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely. Send a handwritten thank-you note whether you win the listing or not. Most agents wonāt bother, which makes you stand out. It says, āI appreciate your time,ā and leaves the door open for future businessāeven if they donāt choose you this time.
The thank you note could be the deciding factor if the seller or sellers are on the fence about who to choose to work with. Remember that youāre competing for business from the first time you speak to someone about buying or selling until youāve all made it to the finish line and are at the closing table!
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š¤ 9. Stay Out of the Political Danger Zone
No politics. No debates. No risky topics. Keep the conversation neutral, focused, and positive. Youāre there to discuss their home, their goals, and how you can helpānot to find out who they voted for, or show an opinion about it.
š 10. Dress One Level Up
You donāt need a three-piece suit, but you do need to look put-together. Dress one notch above the clientāclean, polished, and professional. Your clothes reflect how you run your business. Sellers want to know theyāre hiring someone who takes the job seriously.
Refer to the section in our best-selling book Harris Rules about āupgrading everything.ā Your haircut, manicure, shoes, watch, and handbag all matter. Sellers even take note of the pen youāre using to present with.
Also, if youāre still using an iPhone 5 or your laptop keeps crashing during presentations, itās time to upgrade!
ā Turn This Into Your Pre-Appointment Checklist
Print this. Post it on your office wall. Review it before every listing appointment. When you stack these small habits together, they send a powerful message: This is someone I trust to sell my home.
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