We have had a lot of interest on this property!

mrstinchcombe

As a FTB I have just started looking at properties as I feel I am ready to get out there and buy. Quite frankly I'm a bit worried that if I don't buy not I'll miss the boat (lol only joking, I'm not quite as daft as horseinhatman! I am looking to buy tho for other reasons).

Every time I call up to enquire about a property/book a viewing I always seem to get the line "We have had a lot of interest on this property!" or "This won't stay around for long!"

Do these guys really think I believe that? Its getting a little predictable now!

What other classic lines should I look out for?

the_worried_one

mrstinchcombe wrote: »

What other classic lines should I look out for?

If you mean lies (rather than lines), then isnt the general rule anything that comes out of their mouth?!

I read these boards a fair bit, but I've never noticed anyone admitting to being an EA- are there any regulars on here that admit to it?! If so perhaps they could enlighten you...(and me)?!

PasturesNew

I've seen this line on Rightmove for properties that've been on over 6 months.

I've heard this line from agents on Homes Under the Hammer, along with "Houses on this road are sought after". And I think if they're so sought after how come it's in an auction.

lynzpower

they'll tell you they are too busy at the mo for you to view.

then you reply, oh never mind im sure it will be sold by tuesday when you can next fit me in never mind ill keep looking.

ess0two

mrstinchcombe wrote: »

As a FTB I have just started looking at properties as I feel I am ready to get out there and buy. Quite frankly I'm a bit worried that if I don't buy not I'll miss the boat (lol only joking, I'm not quite as daft as horseinhatman! I am looking to buy tho for other reasons).

Every time I call up to enquire about a property/book a viewing I always seem to get the line "We have had a lot of interest on this property!" or "This won't stay around for long!"

Do these guys really think I believe that? Its getting a little predictable now!

What other classic lines should I look out for?

Whats the problem if your looking to buy?

lostinrates

the_worried_one wrote: »

If you mean lies (rather than lines), then isnt the general rule anything that comes out of their mouth?!

I read these boards a fair bit, but I've never noticed anyone admitting to being an EA- are there any regulars on here that admit to it?! If so perhaps they could enlighten you...(and me)?!

Jorgan used to post more, he's an estate agent. I'm sure there is another but can't think who she is now.:o

becky_rtw

Is it Chickmug?? Or something similar

amcluesent

Same lies as the double-glazing salesman -

1) I can only reserve this for you at this price until midday tomorrow then I'll need a decision
2) I'll have to call my regional manager to agree this price it's so low! [rings speaking clock]
3) We can help with finance [incomprehensible blarney about APR follows]
4) Don't you want to provide a safe home for the family, now more then ever...[looks pensive, are those tears?]
5) Imagine how envious all your friends will be when the hear the news!
6) If I had the money, this would be my choice too
7) I love my job, and of course tiny Tim isn't so well these days...[looks pensive, are those tears?]
8) I just wish half my clients were are smart as you are!
9) It's not about price is it, it's all about value

andys15

mrstinchcombe wrote: »

As a FTB I have just started looking at properties as I feel I am ready to get out there and buy. Quite frankly I'm a bit worried that if I don't buy not I'll miss the boat (lol only joking, I'm not quite as daft as horseinhatman! I am looking to buy tho for other reasons).

Every time I call up to enquire about a property/book a viewing I always seem to get the line "We have had a lot of interest on this property!" or "This won't stay around for long!"

Do these guys really think I believe that? Its getting a little predictable now!

What other classic lines should I look out for?

When i went to view a few houses in Jun time, one house we liked was shown to us by the owners, the house had been on the market for an age, and we felt we might be able to bargain. As soon as the owner opened the door he said he had an offer that day, very close to the asking price. It annoyed me and we just couldn't wait to get out. I knew he was lying, and even though we liked the house I couldn't be bothered with his lies.
I said to me wife that the EA would probably be buging us all week(we were FTB with a mortgage offer in place). I never received a phone call. I thought it was strange, so out of curiosity I contacted the EA. True to the owners word, they had the offer, infact they had 2 more and sold for full asking price. It happened to the next house we liked(had a full size swimmig pool in the back garden), enquired and the EA said loads of interest. I thought he was trying it on, phoned the next day and it had gone full asking price.
Things have changed a bit since Jun, but it was still a panic then. Both times i doubted, both times i was proved wrong. I am not saying it is the same in your case, but you never know.

wymondham

They'll say anything at the moment, and to be honest who can blame them. Anyone who can see how their job is going would do the same I suspect.

I was doing some work in an estate agent two weeks ago and was there for about 3 hours. In all that time the phone did'nt ring and no calls were made - they were playing internet solitaire most of the time and arguing on who is best in celebrity strictly come dancing!

napoleon

Nobody wants to talk to them, even their own Mothers. And who'd blame them