Talk Now here........I am not looking for a discount service. I have looked at numerous brochures at open houses and listings online. The quality of presentation is very poor. Pictures are out of focus and unbalanced. Descriptions often appear to have been written in 5 minutes. As a hobbyist artist and photographer, my work puts most of what I see that is created by realtors to shame.
Richard, It is a joke that so many realtors are willing to put out the material they do and call themselves professionals.
Jim, Cleaning my home is my job. Making quality marketing materials is the realtor’s job. I did not ask for a discount for cleaning. I expect to spend several hours shooting pictures and writing copy. That will save the realtor time and is worth something. If it does not save them time, it still means I am doing part of what they should have done for a full service fee.
Cindi, I have plenty of time. I have no problem leaving final approval and placement in the hands of the realtor.
Pam, I want full service and I want quality marketing.
Deborah, From your description, you do not have time to invest in producing quality marketing materials because of all the other hats you wear. This would make me think that my proposal would be well received. You made points I had not considered.
Keith, I am insulted that you call me naive or ignorant. What is more disappointing is that your colleagues gave you praise for your answer.
Pierre, See response to Deborah. You are runner up.
Michael, See response to Pam.
Denise, Most likeable
Patrick, I will blame the realtor, the market and myself if it does not sell. After reading all the responses here, I am planning on seeking a discount of $600. I will create and print all of the brochures, and do any layouts for print ads. I will give the realtor all the photos and copy on a disk. - Thu Oct 18 2007, 04:10
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