By Warren McNeil

Look at that, two blog posts in one week! Here comes a little rant.

When we deal with different people everyday, we offten learn alot of new things. I think how we deal with each other is extremely important and we need to pay carfeul attention to each others wants and needs. Everyone is unique. Everyone should be treated with respect. We need to be adaptable and not let our opinions get in the way of the people we interact with. Just because we don’t like something that doesn’t mean that our clients should dislike it too. I see it all too often where somebody will insult another person unintentially by imposing their thoughts, opinions or beliefs on them. For example, a person whose favourite car is Ford might accidently insult a person whose favourite car might be a Mazda. I like to think that I keep these thoughts to myself because from the other person’s point of view, my difference of opinion, belief or thought may turn them off. Politics are a prime example of our right to have our own view. I try to never talk politics with people unless it is a general conversation. Some people get paid to have an opnion. Talk radio hosts and televison personallities get paid to talk about this stuff. But as an indiviudal, I think we are just opening ourselves up to arguments and confrontation. I prefer to keep these views to myself. This is something I learmed from my dad. That’s not to say that I have never given my opnion. I just hope I didn’t insult anybody

Here are a few examples of the kinds of differences people may have as they relate to real estate and houses

- Some people like carpet, where others would prefer hardwood. Likewise, some people like lamimate while others prefer hardwood.

- Some people like wallpaper while others only want paint

- Some people can see past clutter while others prefer neat and tidy

I think you get my point..The variety of differences people have are nested deeply within our personalities. We as realtors need to be aware of these differences when we work with our clients.This is something we learn when we deal with different people.

When clients ask questions, we have to make sure we answer them promptly and accurately. In this Internet age, people want information immediately. That’s why they invented Google. I bet that I visit Google’s website at least 10-20 times a day to look something up. We are information freaks.

Here is something I have learned about buyers: Buyers sometimes want to do their own research before looking at the house. As realtors it is our job to present our listings in the best possible light so the buyer has all of the information. If we don’t do that then we risk losing a potential buyer. We need to provide lots of pictures, measurements, attractive brochures, easy access to details and lastly create an approachable presence so people feel comfortable when they make their first inquiry. Once we start dealing with the client, we need to provide them with all the information they request and answer questions promptly and accurately.

Thanks for reading!

By Warren McNeil

I know I already wrote something about this before but I feel the need to keep mentioning it….

After spending the last several months with our new construction project in Drayton, all I can say is I think more people should visit this community and consider moving there. The value is incredible!! If you are looking for big houses on large lots in a peaceful community, then Drayton is the place to be. Drayton is approximately 30 Minutes from Guelph, Waterloo and Listowel.

If you are concerned about the commute I think you should reconsider. The roads going to and from Drayton are no where near as busy as other commutes people make everyday. Personally I don’t think the commute is half as bad as the commute to Toronto via the 401. If the commute still bothers you, stay home; they have high-speed Internet!!!

Drayton may not be for everyone. But I think it would suit alot more people if they would just come and visit. Nothing will change you from being a city person but if you like the smalltown feel then Drayon should satisfy your smalltown desires

Read my other blog post about Drayton:

http://www.clickthathouse.com/blogs/melanie__warren_mcneil/archive/2008/01/02/10-reasons-why-drayton-is-a-great-place-to-live.aspx

Thanks for reading!

By Warren McNeil

In just two weeks I will be running with our Team, (Team Remax) around Bingeman park to help raise funds to find a cure for *** cancer. Many people die from this type of cancer every year and we need to support ongoing research to help find a cure! I have known people who have had *** cancer and died. This past year I lost someone close to me from pancreatic cancer so I will be running for her.

I am so proud of the people who helped us last year. This year is shaping up to be another good year. We have over 20 people on or team so far! Our team as a whole is very a strong team. We represent only a small part of Team Re/Max. This team has continually raised money year after year through the Yard Sale for the Cure and the Run for the Cure. Once again Team Re/MAx is aiming to raise 100,000. We hope to help with that goal any way that we can.

As you know, I don’t like to use my blog for solicitation but this is different. This is for a good cause. So please support us!!!

If you would like to join my team, go to the following URL and perform the following steps:

1. Go to https://www.cibcrunforthecure.com/html/select_site.asp

2. Select Kitchener-Waterloo

3. Fill out all the required information

4. Make sure that the area is Kitchener-Waterloo and the team to join is Remax. You will need to type in my last name “mcneil” to be able to join my team

If you would like to donate, follow these steps:

1. Go to https://www.cibcrunforthecure.com/html/participant_search.asp

2. Select Kitchener-Waterloo from the drop down list

3. Type in a last name for a participant “mcneil”

4. Click search

Thanks for reading!