Michael, great post!  All very important bits of info to get from a prospective client.  I actually have a Buyer Sheet with all of the standard questions on it so I don't forget any.

Thanks for your post, we use craigslist a lot so your tips are helpful.

Some people are just so manipulative, and dishonest, that it makes life complicated.

Good, now if some of my craigslist postings would just CALL !

I think it is very important to meet with the buyer in person -- you want to know not only if this is a serious buyer, but if you want to work with the buyer.  I also always work with a contract -- if they don't commit, they don't get to sit in my car.

Good info, thanks for sharing.

Sometimes even after all the right qualifying, buyer still changes their requirements and price range etc. We do the best we can and our efforts are recognized well most of the time. 

That sounds like a call i just got! I just ask for current loan approval and the name and number of  loan officer! 

Michael,  good post!.. Really said it all

Thank you for the post! I already made copies of your questions and distributed to all the agents in my office. They were ecstatic. They have been trying to make up their own list for awhile but nothing as complete as yours...Thanks again!

Michael,

Thanks for your detailed post!  I typically ask at least 75% of these questions and get their info.  Mortgage qualificiation is a biggy since banks have tightened the credit requirements.

The difficulty for me has been when your showing properties (150 miles later) and the Buyer is either calling you to say he's jotting down a number (wait up).  Or They are actually in your vehicle telling you to back up..because they want to check on the FSBO!

It's easier when they are with you, because I typically call the number right there.  Harder when they are in their vehicle.

Is anyone else going through this?   The days of avoiding the path in front of FSBO is difficult due to the high number!!!!!

Thanks, great info!

Great advice. Buyers can be liars and sellers too!

Hello All,

Great original post.  I was trained at Caldwell Banker years ago and that is pretty much the standard questions they have you ask.  But, if you do not mind a suggestion, I would suggest moving two of them to the top.  Both you had marked as very important.  The first question should be are you working with another agent.  Then have you been Pre-Approved.  Having these out of the way is a major start on the sale. 

For the Pre-Qual or Pre-Approval they can use their bank or have them call a Mortgage Broker in your area.  Then you are working with a local loan officer and that will also help your transaction progress more smoothly.

I personally do not like the saying buyers are liars.  I work with almost 99% buyers and have not had any problems.  We have to remember that they are half of the transaction.

thats the ols sayind buyers are liars and sellers are even worse

Great post..sometimes we need a little nudge to remind us of all that you stated.

Yes there are liars on both sides--buyers & sellers.

Thanks.