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westhighland · Joined: 30 Aug 2007 Posts: 5

I was happy with her services but forget if it's normal to give them something else on top of all the big money I allready gave them . I used the agent for both homes . Do they expect something or not ?

faybulus1 · Joined: 03 Sep 2007 Posts: 3

If your agent was good and helpful..absolutley

JoeC1336 · Joined: 07 Sep 2007 Posts: 3

To be honest if you really liked the service a thank you note is more than enough. They know that a happy customer could lead to more commissions in the future.My experiences have been that the agent has sent me a thank you gift for the nice commission I provided them not the other way around.

robbie8322 · Joined: 11 Sep 2007 Posts: 5

You must be joking.Real estate fees in UK are 1%You probably paid 5%She owes you a big gift!!!!

artistagent116 · Joined: 16 Sep 2007 Posts: 2

The agent won't expect a gift, after all he/she earned a large commission (as you stated). But for service above and beyond (and especially if you plan on using his/her services again) a gift is a wonderful statement.If your agent is a woman, you may consider sending flowers/plant from your florist or a gift basket containing chocolates or gourmet spices or (goodness - they have gift baskets containing everything these days!) to her office with a card of thanks for a job well done.How about a personalized or engraved item for his/her desk (clock, photo frame, etc.).Depending on what your gift budget is...you could even choose something like a PDA or cell phone...those would be put to good use.Or, my favorite choice would be a bottle of VERY good wine.Here are some links:http://www.adorablegiftbaskets.com/real-estate-closing-gifts.htmlhttp://www.womensbeanproject.com/online-store.html?gclid=CIHF7Kf5lI8CFQJsPAod00pHfAhttp://search.redenvelope.com/search/controller_search.jsp?giftRes=yes&envSuff=&BV_SessionID=@@@@1252434526.1192590603@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccdjaddmfdliklkcefecefedfgfdfmf.0&ipsResQlt=75&srRelColl=1&N=12043&cm_mmc=Yahoo%20SM-_-Recipient_Gift_Terms-_-Recipient_Him-_-gift%20for%20himhttp://www.gifts.com/lists/view_list?listID=4331I hope I've helped.

JamieB4557 · Joined: 20 Sep 2007 Posts: 4

I think it is a great idea but you might give your agent a heart attack. While it is a great idea, it is not normally done. The best present you can give your agent is a testimonial of what a great job they did or a referral to a friend or family member that may be interested in buying or selling. Most agents survive on referrals for business. Sending out an e-mail to everyone in your contact database (and cc your agent) about what wonderful service your agent gave you would put a smile on that agents face for a solid year!!! I coach agents on how to generate more business so that is the best advice I could ever give someone on what to do for your agent at closing. You will be their number one client and probably get a discount next time you use their service.

Art7832 · Joined: 24 Sep 2007 Posts: 5

Wow!... that would be a very kind gesture, but one certainly not customary nor expected!I'm sure though, it would be greatly appreciated by your agent!!I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience!

JoeB9498 · Joined: 28 Sep 2007 Posts: 5

Unless he/she worked pro-bono (which you already stated they didn't), then say thanks and leave it at that. If you liked his/her level of customer service, the best compliment and thank-you is future referrals.