Helping Clients Avoid Buyer’s Remorse

The best way to get referrals and repeat business is to make sure that your clients come away happy after they work with you. Unfortunately, if buyer’s remorse strikes after the deal is done, it can taint your client’s experience. Luckily, there are steps you can take to help your buyers make sure they’re going all in on the right property.

  • Respect (and remember) their budget. Overspending on a home is a quick path to regrets. Make sure your clients lay out a budget, and do your best to show them homes that suit it. If they’re considering a home on the high end of that budget, make sure they understand the big picture of what they’ll be spending — not just on offer, but once they move in, too.
  • Be clear about the timeline. It’s absolutely imperative that buyers understand how long the home buying process takes. The more you temper expectations up front, the less likely that your clients will rush into a decision that they will later regret.
  • Show them quality over quantity. “Choice paralysis” basically just means that the more options we have, the harder it is to make a decision. If you show your buyers too many homes, it becomes easier to nitpick each option — and harder to be fully satisfied with any of them.

Ultimately, communication is key. The more you connect with buyers, encourage questions, and discuss options, the more informed their decision can be. Your most important role is to be a trustworthy, experienced guide. The better you can perform that role, the more likely that your clients will find a house they’ll love for the long term.

The Jim Passi Team at Citywide Home Loans proudly serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Georgia and Flordia. If you are looking to buy a home or refinance, we have you covered. Apply Now to get started.
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Jim Passi
Regional Manager
NMLS# 158000

1284 West Northwest Hwy.
Palatine, IL 60067
Mobile: 847-899-1813
Email: jim.passi@alamedamortgage.com

I couldn’t have done it without Jim.

I couldn’t have done it without Jim. The entire process was thorough and clearly communicated. I had several unconventional issues and circumstances the Jim was able to navigate me through. His combination of professionalism and personal attentiveness proved he not only knew what he was doing, but he cared. He was as excited as I was to close on my home and even texted me the morning of the closing to congratulate me. Without question, I will be using Jim Passi again and will be recommending him to my family and friends.

Jim W.