acsbein
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Should I Buy a Gift for My Real Estate Agent When Purchasing a House?
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Discussion Overview
The thread explores whether it is appropriate to give a gift to a real estate agent when purchasing a house, with participants sharing their personal experiences and opinions on the matter.
Discussion Character
- Opinion-based
- Anecdotal
Main Points Raised
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses uncertainty about whether to give a gift and suggests the Pizza Party set as a possible option.
- Another participant shares their view that clients should not give gifts to agents, noting that agents typically give gifts to clients instead.
- Several users mention that agents are compensated for their work and should be thanking clients for their business.
- One participant recounts their experience of receiving a gift from their agent, highlighting that not all agents follow this practice.
- Another participant suggests using the opportunity to promote their own business by giving a small gift basket with Pampered Chef items.
- One user appreciates the idea of a small gift basket as a way to drum up business and mentions the earnings agents typically make from commissions.
- Another participant expresses frustration with real estate agents, feeling that they earn too much money for the service provided and suggesting that a small gift could be a way to promote their own business.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on whether a gift should be given to the agent, with some participants supporting the idea of gifting as a promotional strategy while others believe it is unnecessary since agents are compensated for their work.
Contextual Notes
Participants share a range of experiences related to real estate transactions, reflecting varying levels of satisfaction with agents and differing opinions on the appropriateness of gift-giving in this context.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants considering how to navigate relationships with real estate agents during home purchases may find the shared experiences and opinions relevant.
kcjodih
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IMHO, no, you don't get your agent a gift, THEY get you one. When we bought our first two homes our agent got us a bottle of wine. When we built this last one our builder got us a HUGE poinsetta plant. The agent is getting paid, he should be thanking YOU for your business. HE/SHE is just doing their job. JMO.
acsbein
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kcjodih
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LOL....and I'm sure you probably DID drive her crazy 
LOL.... but then the next client she gets will choose the 2nd house they look out....it all balances out in the end. Maybe I"m wrong but that's how our purchases went. My DH also tried his hand at real estate for a couple of years and purchased gifts for his clients not the other way around.
Maybe someone else on here will give you a different opinion. But I'm also thinking we try to 'target' real estate offices so that agents can purchase gifts from us for their clients. So in this case.....the client is YOU!
LOL.... but then the next client she gets will choose the 2nd house they look out....it all balances out in the end. Maybe I"m wrong but that's how our purchases went. My DH also tried his hand at real estate for a couple of years and purchased gifts for his clients not the other way around. Maybe someone else on here will give you a different opinion. But I'm also thinking we try to 'target' real estate offices so that agents can purchase gifts from us for their clients. So in this case.....the client is YOU!
chefjeanine
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KirstenAnne
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Spin it
Yes The realtor normally gives a gift BUT use this as advertising( write it off) and give her a SMALL basket with some PC pantry items ( use the sample ones) in there along with a letter Thanking her for her great job and then outline your business and what great items PC has to give to home buyers, and also ask her to share your info with her friends in the biz!. Never miss the opportunity to have a potential customer!
acsbein said:
Yes The realtor normally gives a gift BUT use this as advertising( write it off) and give her a SMALL basket with some PC pantry items ( use the sample ones) in there along with a letter Thanking her for her great job and then outline your business and what great items PC has to give to home buyers, and also ask her to share your info with her friends in the biz!. Never miss the opportunity to have a potential customer!
ChefNic
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I like KristenAnne's idea... giving a small gift basket with samples of things, she will appreciate it, and it will be your foot in the door to ask to do a presentation at her office's weekly sales meeting.
My real estate lady got us a $50 gift certificate to Lowe's ...
If real estate agents got $50 worth from me each time they sold a house... ahhh... the new fall products would be mine!!
My real estate lady got us a $50 gift certificate to Lowe's ...
If real estate agents got $50 worth from me each time they sold a house... ahhh... the new fall products would be mine!!
soonerchef
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Giving her a small something is not a bad idea for business promoting purposes...but, she is getting paid for the work she did and for driving you around to see houses, it's her job! She needs to thank you for buying a house through her. Just like our guests don't give us gifts because we let them buy a product, it's our job to do it...we give them the gifts because they bought from us. I hope that makes sense.
cmdtrgd
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acsbein
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Chef Kearns
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I hate dealing with real estate agents (based on our experiences thus far). They get so much of your money. We just sold our house in Austin, TX and had to pay our agent almost $2000 for NOTHING!! Between him and the buyer's agent the sale had fallen through. The buyer called us personally and we were able to fix the deal. I don't feel like we owe either agent a penny. The buyers were our tennants so it's not like our agent had to find the buyer. It was very upsetting. The agent is going to make out with more money from the sale than we are. That is ridiculous!!
Just my little vent. I could go on about the agents we've had the last few years, but I know it is not PC related. So my opinion is they are making enough money just on the commission. But if you want to get your name out there a Season's Best with your info stamped inside is a nice inexpensive gift.
Just my little vent. I could go on about the agents we've had the last few years, but I know it is not PC related. So my opinion is they are making enough money just on the commission. But if you want to get your name out there a Season's Best with your info stamped inside is a nice inexpensive gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy a gift for my real estate agent when purchasing a house?
While it is not mandatory to buy a gift for your real estate agent, it is a thoughtful gesture to show your appreciation for their hard work and dedication in helping you find your new home.
What type of gift is appropriate for a real estate agent?
Appropriate gifts can range from personalized items, such as a custom mug or a thank-you card, to practical gifts like gift cards to local restaurants or home improvement stores. Consider your agent's personality and preferences when selecting a gift.
Is it common to give gifts to real estate agents?
Yes, it is relatively common for clients to give gifts to their real estate agents, especially if they feel that the agent went above and beyond in their service. However, the practice varies by region and individual preferences.
Should the gift be expensive?
No, the value of the gift is not as important as the thought behind it. A heartfelt note or a small token of appreciation can be just as meaningful as an expensive gift. It's the gesture that counts.
Can I give my real estate agent a gift after closing?
Absolutely! Many clients choose to send a gift after the closing process is complete. This can be a great way to express your gratitude once you are settled into your new home.
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