1,078,091
Are we really just going to copy/paste other people's conversations from other groups and pretend that we're here to contribute? Let's be better than this in the future, shall we?
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Kat Palmiotti
Kalispell, MT
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
Carlsbad, CA
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Anthony Acosta - ALLAT...
Atlanta, GA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kevin J. May
Hobe Sound, FL
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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John Meussner
Fair Oaks, CA
2,400,189
"I don't know your cousin and how he/she is regarded by other professionals in the RE industry but I can tell you I am a full time professional and as stressful as buying/selling a home is I will only be your Realtor. You will never have to worry about how to act at family gatherings once this deal is over".
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Kat Palmiotti
Kalispell, MT
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Anthony Acosta - ALLAT...
Atlanta, GA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Rose Mary Justice
Dandridge, TN
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
1,056,272
That's adorable. Why are you calling me?
I personally do not represent family members because I would like our personal relationship to stay intact. And with something as emotional and stressful as a real estate transaction, relationships can be tested. If you feel that your cousin can work with you dispassionately and professionally and that your relationship will stay the same afterwards, I wish you the best!
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Pete Xavier
Pacific Palisades, CA
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William Piotrowski
Naperville, IL
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Dan & Laurie Pittsenba...
Bellingham, WA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
1,506,013
If it's "my cousin Vinny", that's great! He gets the job done. But his girlfriend's "clock is ticking", but man does she know her cars!
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Richard Bazinet /MBA, ...
Scottsdale, AZ
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
5,254,045
"You obviously don't want to use your cousin or you wouldn't be reaching out to me. I'm assuming you want to keep business and family separate and I totally support your line of thinking. Let's get started!"
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Anthony Acosta - ALLAT...
Atlanta, GA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
400,356
Suppose Cousin Realtor was not your cousin, but simply another realtor. Would you still consider hiring him or her? If not, why would you do them a favor that may well be to your detriment?
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
1,323,044
I know that it is very hard to not help a family member. Do you think that using a relative just because of family is more important to you than getting the best possible results by using an experienced agent?
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
2,187,593
I would say:
"It's always good to support family as long as it's not detrimental to your own well-being. If you think your cousin is the best person for the job, great. If you have doubts, you might want to interview a few other agents."
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
4,900,966
So you want your cousin knowing about your business?
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
430,282
Just what Candice A. Donofrio said. Although I would probably add in there, "I hope your Thanksgiving dinner is as happy and not awkward as I plan mine will be."
Also, Thank You John Meussner for that.
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
2,221,377
See John Meussner comment.
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Anthony Acosta - ALLAT...
Atlanta, GA
6,418,126
Picking the right agent can save or earn you thousands.
Are you looking to donate some money to your cousin or do you want the best agent for the job.
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Kris Collis, Associate...
East Stroudsburg, PA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
1,553,347
What concerns do you have about working with your cousin?
What are the benefits of working with him/her?
Why are you calling me?
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
5,583,328
Good luck with that.... I never list properties owned by family members or close friends.... it ends up an emotional disaster because those two categories of clients have an emotional tie to the listing agent... again, good luck wih it... call me when you've reached your limit....
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
3,349,404
Good luck.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
5,772,587
William,
I like Carol Williams answer and I concur. A
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
1,201,477
Everyone knows someone in Real Estate. Here's what I offer you...
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Anthony Acosta - ALLAT...
Atlanta, GA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
4,582,309
Good luck.
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Anthony Acosta - ALLAT...
Atlanta, GA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
2,456,409
Oh, that's great! Who is your cousin? Is he a skilled realtor in our service area?
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
7,863,492
Good luck!
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
888,667
first cousin? Second Cousin? Kissing Cousin.....?
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
1,153,794
Could not agree more with what John Meussner wrote.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
2,784,566
Isn't it great to keep family in mind? You will have to make allowances some unpleasant but at least there is instant trust? The only other consideration would be to work with a professional that is bound to work ethics & results exclusively instead of an emotional-driven-connection. Emotions tend to create problems at times. Professionals know how to navigate this and stay more focused. It is wise to treat this as a business
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
1,712,776
In my experience working with relatives is not what I what to do. They were always the most difficult.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
1,045,440
You said "might go with him" Why?
Wait for response...
My next response will depend on how they answer. Why?
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
4,176,546
Your cousin may not want to work with you.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
716,529
Are you sure? Why would you choose your cousin as your realtor? Is your cousin realy, really, really good? Will you be provided with a power marketing plan in writing like mine?
Set the timer on the bomb and see if it explodes 💣
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
5,112,471
I would ask why they are contacting me if they feel obliged to use their cousin. Seriously, I concur with Carol Williams response.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
4,800,132
Does he work in this area? Has he had a lot of sales?
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
1,241,754
I would ask him to sign an exclusive agency agreement before you gave away your trade secrete. No exceptions.
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
5,877,335
5,239,571
Are you doing it for family loyalty or to accomplish your goal? Is you cousin the best source?
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
4,960,530
You may want to think twice about that. What if___________________
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND