Real Estate Etiquette: Did I wake up and become a Doctor or Something?

Saturday morning in Southern California, sun not high in the sky yet, but definitely working it's way to a nice spot. It's early in the morning, and I was just stirring from a great sleep when the phone rang. I didn't know what time it was so I answered.....

"Hello, I am standing at this lot and want to know how much it cost?"

I had to shake my head and find my after I wake up and brush my teeth voice........

"What property are you at, can you tell me the street?"

"I am at 3rd and Williams."

"That lot is $120,000 and it's in a Commercial area."

"That's too much money."

"What are you looking for?"

"I want to put a mobile home on it."

"Oh, well I have several nice Residential lots that are bigger than that one, and they start at $25,000. They would be perfect for a Mobile Home if you would like to see them."

"I will talk to my husband and let you know."

After I hung up, I looked at the clock, it said 7:17 AM. Oh my, I must have turned into a Doctor or something in the middle of the night, because this seemed way too early for people to be calling someone to ask about a piece of land. I just don't understand why someone would think it is OK to call so early just because they are up, doesn't mean everyone else is.

I sell Real Estate, and that piece of land will still be there at 9am. I think 9am is a reasonable time to call someone you don't know. Especailly if you are just "land shopping" and not buying it at this very moment. I don't go to bed with my files, and can't answer many questions with accuracy half asleep.

OK, it is now 8:52 and I am ready for any of your calls, having showered, eaten, and got my Professional self ready for a day of work.......you want land, I have land. You want a House, I have Foreclosures, and nice properties that are turn key. I can help you with most of your Real Estate needs, but please respect that I do not have Doctors hours :)

By: Kathy McGraw- Broker CELLing Realty- Real Estate in Riverside County CA