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First call from yellow letters
I have just received my first call and looking for some advise. I am trying to do my due diligence and do things the right way. I have collected some call script info on BP and elsewhere online but would love to hear from a Real Estate Agent/ investor on this forum for a possible mentor relationship. If you would like to pitch some advise, please feel free. Need to know how to proceed. Owner is absentee owner in Florida. Thanks.
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I'm a firm believer in using scripts.
If an opportunity is upon you, you may not always have time to learn a written script for the specific situation. Develop a list of things that you need to know to help you make a decision to purchase or not purchase. Some items on the list can be found online on different websites, or directly from public records. (It is still a good idea to ask the owner(s) to tell you a little about the property, because this "breaks the ice" and sets both the investor and seller "at ease.") Get the number of beds/baths/square footage/condition?/garage?/fireplace?/ crawl space?/etc. Ask the seller why they have made the decision to sell their home. All these things develop repoir without negotiating a lower price point. This information will help you decide on an offer price and acquisition strategy. (Prompt discussion questions that require more than a 'yes' or 'no' answer.); such as, "What are some things that may need repairs, or updating?" -This is just an example question.
The main thing to say on the initial response call is: your name with a smile; a 'thank you' for (a reason); reason for contacting owner_which is_you would like to make an offer on the property; however, you need a little more information about the property. (Start all initial response calls like this.)
I hope this helps in some way.
Anthony