OfflineOkay, I have tried this route, and it is 9:0 am. on Tuesday morning, and I have just gotten 3 calls from this route. This really suprised me, and I am happy that I dropped some business cards off at these places. I think of things differently, and try to work backwards to see where I can find sellers and buyers. Well, what I did was drop a few business cards off at funeral homes. I didn't know if that would work or not, but it has. From what I have heard, is there are times where the funeral home has loved ones come in and they just don't know what they are going to do with the house that they can't afford now. They basically cry, vent, etc. to the funeral home with all of their mixed emotions that they are going through. After the funeral has passed, and they are going through trying to get back on track, they will then contact the funeral home to see if they know of anything to help them with different aspects of their life. One of those aspects is that they will call the funeral home and ask which realtor could handle their home. Especially if it's family that doesn't live in the town. The funeral home will give out the name of the realtor, as well as my name. They contact me, and I go and look at the property and see what I can do with the property. I have one that I have to go look at some today. Just a thought.....
Destrie
Destrie
Failure Is Not An Option
Destrie,
I applaud your creative thinking. Some may feel a funeral home may be too intrusive or in appropropriate, yet others may feel that by providing the information to the funeral home to pass along to families you are helping those families. People will work at their comfort level, and this would not make me uncomfortabe as I believe your idea is an opportunity to help. It's an option for a family at a time when they may be too overwhelmed to be able to figure out what to do. I always want to be helpful in my investing and this idea certainly appeals to me from that standpoint.
Thank you for sharing this, Destrie.
Nancy
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that is one the most frequent places, don't forget the Coroner's office!
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I also got to a first name basis with two ladies: they are the water meter readers and know when something change; same with other utility companies.
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One really good idea cause i'm working on probate cases and the place you mention is a really good place to have your info on hand for the families to have available, try to do anything to help them and help your self thanks again.
That's a great idea!! I would have never thought of that- I've just been dropping them off at banks, resteraunts, dr's office, things like that, but your right, a funeral home is source of info for people trying to get it back together. Thanks for the idea!!
You get an A++ for creativity and we all get to benefit from your brilliance because you're willing to share.
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Guys just want to say thanks for the kind words. I have a very creative mind since all of my adult life I had to overcome many many obstacles. This has taught me how to come at things from a different angle.
Destrie
Destrie
Failure Is Not An Option
Destrie,
Real estate investing is business and nothing more,When i want to be saved...Then i will go to a church.On the record,My comfort level is low hitting funeral homes.On a business stand-point,Just another AVE. to get first crack of the parcel.Good info!!!
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What did getting saved and going to church have to do with my post????
Destrie
Destrie
Failure Is Not An Option
Great tip. This really makes a win-win situation because the family is still dealing with the loss of a loved one (the funeral doesn't end the grief, obviously). Taking care of the property gives them one less stress to manage. Thanks.
in this business are those who deal with the after clean up, of restoring a property back to its present condition (before the tragedy happened), after someone has passed away alone by themselves or committed suicide.
"I will NOT BE BROKE! ANYMORE!"
In the name of Allah, the Beneficent,
the Merciful.
22.He is Allah besides Whom there is no God: The Knower of the unseen and the seen; He is the Beneficent, the Merciful.
23. He is Allah besides Whom there is no God: the King, the Holy, the Author of Peace,the Granter of Security, Guardian over all, the Mighty, the Supreme, the Possessor of greatness. Glory be to Allah from that which they set up (with Him)!
24. He is Allah: the Creator, the Maker, the Fashioner: His are the most beautiful names. Whatever is in the heavens and the earth declares His glory: and He is the Mighty, the Wise.
i love the idea, i will put it to work!
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Never thought of leaving a business card there. Not a bad idea..Thanks 4 the tip.
Serena
Destrie,
You are or have not done anything wrong in your quest of real estate investment,You brought up about funeral homes and i made response.Destrie,I wish you all of the luck in the world(that comes from my heart),There is nothing i cannot due...AS LONG AS I HAVE RESPECT.Forgive my upper case type,I am on your side!
P.S.Rosenfield,I see you also have a sense of humor.
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Well said
I heard of a guy that used to go to houses that were burned to a crisp, still smoldering, and give his business cards to the homeowners. Not the best idea, but he was eager and willing to try anything. Fortunately for me, my daughter's mother-in-law works for a funeral home. I'll talk to her and see if I can give her my business cards. I thought about it but never got around to asking her when I visit them. But I will share your story with her and see if she's open to it. ;D
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What a great idea! Thank you for sharing it