How Do I Get There?

How do I get there?

My client wants to see a listing. I know generally where it is, but look at the directions on the listing to find the specifics.

What do I find?

• The directions indicate to use MapQuest.
• The directions take me down a one way street in the wrong direction.
• The directions take me all the way across town from the agent's office to the property.
• The directions are so messed up that they must be for another property.
• The map shows that the property is located in the Bay; good thing I didn't use a map search to find potential properties for my buyer.

Have you been to the house yourself?

How do you provide directions for your listings? Do you lead people through the crime-ridden part of town or past the run down houses or do you actually give it some thought? You are trying to sell the house, right?

Yes, I can get to the house and I will, but I have to wonder, if you do not give attention to this small detail, then how difficult will it be to work with you if my client wants to submit an offer.

The price and condition of the property are important, but not if the buyers can not find the place.

It is a small point, but occassionally frustrating.

Ah, finally, there it is! Now, where is the lock box?