When a seasoned real estate agent entered the attic of a charming Victorian she was showing, she never expected to come face-to-face with a family of raccoons hissing angrily at her. But after years in real estate, agents learn to expect the unexpected – and have some wild tales to tell. As any experienced realtor can attest, buying or selling a home can lead to some truly bizarre situations. From haunted houses to surprise tenants, real estate agents have seen it all. If you think you’ve heard everything, just wait—we’re pulling back the curtain on some of the craziest experiences agents have lived to tell.
Ghosts and Hauntings
Tim Jones*, a realtor in Savannah, Georgia, will never forget the clients who requested he bring in a psychic medium to inspect the home first. “They wanted to make sure the ghosts were ‘friendly’ before agreeing to buy,” he recalls. Linda Smith* once showed a historic home where her clients were convinced they saw apparitions floating by the windows. After refusing a séance, Linda discovered the “ghosts” were just reflections of the leafy trees outside. These paranormal misunderstandings are all in a day’s work.
Unusual Negotiation Tactics
From using pets as emotional support to outright threats, some buyers and sellers take negotiation to the next level. James Thompson* was representing a seller when the buyer brought a parrot to the closing and refused to complete the deal unless he was allowed to keep it on site. After tense deliberations, they reached a compromise allowing weekend visits with the parrot. Jeff Brown* still shudders remembering the buyer who threatened to hold a ritual animal sacrifice in the backyard if the seller didn’t accept a lowball offer. While most tactics aren’t so dramatic, agents learn how to handle all kinds of quirky negotiation behavior.
Surprise Tenants
Imagine the shock when the owners of a $2 million property suddenly emerged from behind a secret door built into the bookcase! The owners had never actually moved out as agreed. Or the dismay when discovering a family squatting in the basement of a bank-owned home, refusing to leave without compensation. “I’ve also found people illegally occupying sheds, garages, even bushes in the backyard!” says Brad Thompson*, a seasoned realtor. Dealing with surprise tenants comes with the territory.
Unusual Home Decor
As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Lynne Davis* will never forget entering a home where the owner had decorated every room with ORIGINAL Thomas Kinkade paintings, from the bathroom to the kitchen. Catherine Lee* once walked into a house where the owner had installed an indoor slide between the upper and lower floors. “I’ve seen Star Trek rooms, Christmas year-round, and shrines to Fabio – people’s decor tastes can get pretty wild,” she admits. Agents take even the most eclectic decor in stride.
Extreme Staging
Most sellers tidy up before listing their home, but some take staging to the extreme. Tim Hammond* recalls a seller who converted the living room into a putting green with an indoor windmill. Barb Smith* encountered a backyard moonshine still during a showing. And don’t get veteran realtor Karen started about the owner who brought in a pony to “stage” the yard! While staging helps sell homes, agents realize sometimes less is more.
Hidden Problems
As knowledgeable professionals, real estate agents disclose any issues upfront. Unfortunately, some sellers try to hide problems hoping potential buyers won’t notice. Bill Thompson* will never forget the first-time sellers who concealed a massive termite infestation within the walls using strategic decor. Maya Patel* once represented a buyer who discovered the “renovated” bathroom had a giant hole hidden behind the sink. Agents say honesty is always the best policy when selling a home.
As the seasoned realtors at HomesinSDCounty, Brad and Karen Mattonen can attest that agents handle even the craziest situations in stride—haunted houses, oddball clients, and all.
With so many unique home histories and sellers out there, they know to expect the unexpected. So whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or just have an insane real estate story to share, contact them today. Their team has got you covered!
Visit www.homesinsdcounty.com for more info or to get in touch. In this wild industry, you never know what a day might bring—and that’s part of the thrill of being a real estate agent.
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