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Perspective or Truth?

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PERCEPTION OR TRUTH

"Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth."

---Marcus Aurelius

 

The property description for a property I recently previewed stated, "Pool-sized yard." Yet when I went to see the home there was nothing I could see that an inground pool (traditionally built in Texas - not even an inground play pool) could fit inside this size lot because the covered patio took up most of the yard. Unless a buyer wanted a kitty pool to dip toes into a tiny blow up tub or child's pool with no depth, it wasn't going to happen unless the new buyer ripped out the covered patio and started from scratch. Marcus Aurelius was pure genius - "Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth." But.... members of the National Association of REALTORS® are obligated to follow the Code of Ethics. 

 

NAR'S CODE OF ETHICS - DUTIES TO CLIENTS & CUSTOMERS 

Article One:

REALTOR® protect and promote their client's interests while treating all parties honestly.

Article Two: 

REALTORS® refrain from exaggeration, misrepresentation, or concealment of pertinent facts. 

Article Twelve:

REALTORS® are honest and truthful in their communications and present a true picture advertising, marketing, and in other public representations. 

 

Sellers and Buyers should choose wisely  and understand what the duties are to clients and customers. For more information about the REALTORS® Code of Ethics, follow the link underscored here or visit the website below:

https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar/governing-documents/code-of-ethics/realtors-pledge-of-performance-and-service

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Texas Law requires all license holders to provide the Information about Brokerage Services form to prospective clients.

https://www.trec.texas.gov/sites/default/files/pdf-forms/CN%201-4-1.pdf

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PATRICIA FEAGER, REALTOR®
DFW FINE PROPERTIES
3575 LONE STAR CIRCLE SUITE 315
FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76177

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MBA (University of Dallas)
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Paralegal (Southeastern Career Institute)
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Bill Salvatore - East Valley
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

I have this class set for next week.   Make it a productive Thursday.  The weekend is in sight.  Thanks again for your post.  Bill Salvatore

Sep 09, 2021 05:49 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Bill Salvatore - YVP Blog - It's a good class. Pay attention and take good notes. 

Sep 09, 2021 06:15 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles Pasadena 818.516.4393

Hello Patricia - perhaps perspective is the ultimate workaround in the situation you share.  

Sep 09, 2021 05:50 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Michael Jacobs - an "ultimate workaround," in this profession is a violation.

Sep 09, 2021 06:15 AM
Michael Jacobs

I guess my sarcasm was too subtle.  

Sep 09, 2021 06:01 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Patricia. Many should reread the Code of Ethics before they publish their perspective. Enjoy your day.

Sep 09, 2021 05:51 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Wayne Martin - NAR Code of Ethics is now mandatory for all (regardless of # of years in the business) every two years. 

Sep 09, 2021 06:16 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Patricia,

There are objective facts like measurements. Those are a form of communication.  What this person did is not pay attention to those facts..  When one talks about pools, they should in an ideal situation know what the requirements for a pool are in terms of size, etc.  What you described is common in all professions...

I have always loved this quote by Steven Covey,

"We see the world, not as it is, but as we are -- or, as we are conditioned to see it. When we open our mouths to describe what we see, we in effect describe ourselves, our perceptions, our paradigms." 

~ Stephen Covey

Sep 09, 2021 05:56 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Ron and Alexandra Seigel - When it comes to advertising and marketing, the rules are clear. There are no exceptions. 


Steven Covey was truly an honorable man with wisdom. 

Sep 09, 2021 06:18 AM
Wendy Rulnick
Rulnick Realty, Inc. - Destin, FL
"It's Wendy... It's Sold!"

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP My goodness! They could at least put in the description, "small pool possible", OR "by reworking back patio - perhaps a pool". Like how big a selling factor is it in that neighborhood? What we see around here a lot is "gulf view".  Not really. Through the trees... through buildings.... leaning off the balcony.

Sep 09, 2021 06:26 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Wendy Rulnick - this specific subdivision and HOA has restrictions for size pool. Knowing this information and looking at the survey encroachments easments, without tearing out the patio, a pool would be impossible. We don't have gulf views in this area. 

Sep 09, 2021 06:34 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Patricia, for sharing your observations and your advice.

Sep 09, 2021 07:25 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Roy Kelley - have a nice day. May Fall be beautiful and Winter kind to you.

Sep 10, 2021 05:29 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Patricia... puffery has sadly been a staple of the real estate industry for decades. I see homes represented all the time as something that they are not quite that. Very annoying. I don't even see that as a perspective issue... it's just plain old exaggeration.

Sep 09, 2021 10:54 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia, weeeellllll like the quote says "everything we see is a perspective, and not the truth", and a kitty pool is a pool.  This was the perspective of a very optimistic Realtor ....... LOL

Sep 09, 2021 01:55 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Hi Patricia, I am loving this post because there is so much fluffery and puffery happening in the real estate world, someone needs to tether some of these agent's descriptions! I feel another blog coming on...LOL

Sep 09, 2021 05:52 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

There are far fewer facts, but far more versions.  I've seen some outrageous puffing of properties over the years, only to be disappointed once the homes were visited.

Sep 09, 2021 06:21 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! - you're like a wizard who can predict with precise accuracy - LOL! The property description included that the kitchen and the bath had a complete overhaul. The truth is the two rooms that need a complete overhaul the most were the kitchen and the bath off the primary bedroom. I have pictures to proof it! Oh, and by the way, in this hot seller's market, it has been on the market the longest with no contracts. Can you believe it?

Sep 10, 2021 05:03 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Myrl Jeffcoat - I once had a buyer who started out looking at all those primo properties on day one. I don't know if she ever slept! When she had exhausted her search, she finally asked me to only send her listings for ugly houses and she was especially interested in seeing the ones with terrible pictures in the MLS. There really wasn't much to see but as soon as we went to see one on the market that had been active for more than 100 days and the photos looked absolutely horrible we went. She saw. She bought it!!! Without stress or any competition from other buyers, she made a heck of a deal and the property sold without a hitch. She was so happy and proud of herself for not giving up and to try something different. 

Sep 10, 2021 05:20 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

George Souto - Truthful marketing and advertising is such a key to successful sales. This property has been on the market longer than any so far in this subdivision for the past two years! Hmmmmmm... 

Sep 10, 2021 05:24 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Nina Hollander, Broker It's a pity when that happens and a disservice to the seller. Plus, it's a waste of time to buyers and their agents. Good to great agents want to get their listings old quickly and not be content to have their sign in the yard and to feel pride that they have one listing. Time is of the essence in all aspects of a listing and/or transaction.

Sep 10, 2021 05:28 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It is so disappointing to show up to a listing and not find what is touted in the description.

Sep 10, 2021 06:28 AM
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Patricia Feager with DFW FINE PROPERTIES has sold residential real estate in Dallas-Fort Worth for more than twenty years. She understands making choices needs informed decision making. She takes her career seriously and enjoys helping her clients transition to a new location, whether it is local or from out of town. Keeping clients informed throughout the process with effective communication and understanding their needs is important. Her assessments begin with taking into consideration the current market conditions and providing truthful information to her clients. Knowing what their highest to lowest priorities are and facts about what their specific needs and the current market conditions helps everyone to understand expectations. Clarity, facts, valuable feedback, observations are part of the journey when moving.

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