If so, what type of gift would be appropriate?
2007-04-16 07:03:47 · 24 answers · asked by gobanana516 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Not necesary. A simple thank you is more appropriate. If you really feel the need to do more than that a nice card to say thank you is all that is needed.
2007-04-16 07:37:08 · answer #1 · answered by aly 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
NO you don't buy them a gift, although you can give them a Thank You card. They are getting paid at closing for their efforts on your behalf. Many, but not all realtors, give a housewarming gift, giftcard, or take their clients out to dinner. It's not mandatory. If you feel your realtor was exceptionally attentive to you and you wish to give them a gift, do so. Realtors are having rough time right now, so restaurant gift card is great thing to give them.
2016-04-01 04:25:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The gift you have already given is your business.
It's like going to the grocery story and buying groceries and then buying the checker a thank you gift for ringing you up. Not necessary.
They are happy to have you there because you are a customer, and they make money from you doing your business with them. THEY APPRECIATE YOU and NEED YOU.
When we have purchased homes we typically get a gift from the realtor after closing.
My friends who are now realtors always give their clients a gift and never expect a gift from their clients..
I agree that a thank you card is plenty. But they are just doing their job and they appreciate you.
Have a great day and enjoy your new home!!!
2007-04-16 07:28:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nope. As a matter of fact, it should be the opposite. The realtor should send you a gift after closing. That's what my realtor did after the house is closed. Good luck ;)
2007-04-16 07:19:06 · answer #4 · answered by C L 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nothing against realtors but he/she is making plenty of money on your house. A gift is not necessary. As a matter of fact, many realtors send the buyer and the seller a gift.
2007-04-16 07:08:07 · answer #5 · answered by Patti C 7 · 6⤊ 1⤋
If the realtor is representing both the buyer and the seller they make a killing on the commision.
A nice thank-you note should be more than enough. If you want to give your thank you note a more personal touch I would include a picture of your family taken in front of your new house.
Good luck!
2007-04-16 08:00:14 · answer #6 · answered by Mel 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is customary that your realtor buys you a gift for your new house. Typically something for the house like a picture or garden statue or something custom. It's value should meet or exceed $100.00.
2007-04-16 07:45:30 · answer #7 · answered by Ktcyan 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. My realtor gave me a gift. She made plenty of money from the commission.
2007-04-16 07:16:51 · answer #8 · answered by kiwi 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, you know that he or she will make quite a hefty sum from your closing. I do know people that have sent their realtor a small gift after he or she has sold their house for them.
2007-04-16 10:21:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Actually, realtors will often give a gift to their customer.
2007-04-16 08:01:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your realtor should buy YOU a gift for giving her your business!
2007-04-16 07:17:52 · answer #11 · answered by Stephanie D 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋