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Rainmaker
1,622,432
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I hope, you feel better. i lost myself two weeks for flu with fever, but fortunately it was just after holidays and heavy rains. I did not have too much work anyway...

Jan 28, 2017 12:22 AM
Rainmaker
3,988,007
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

That is your body telling you to stop and rest. Send texts and emails and if you have an associate that can handle your business, pass it off for a couple of days. Get well soon.

Jan 27, 2017 09:05 PM
Rainmaker
1,435,300
Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert
Richmond, TX

Just leave an out of office email and state why and have some leave a VM for you stating why you are not answering!

Jan 27, 2017 03:47 PM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert nailed this one!

Jan 28, 2017 02:52 AM
Rainmaker
711,852
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

Can you communicate through email or text? Or refer the client to someone who can handle your business for you while you are sick? Most clients understand someone being ill and will make accomodations for this.

Jan 27, 2017 09:46 PM
Rainmaker
599,274
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

I'm 47 years old and have never had laryngitis. Strange.

Jan 27, 2017 09:42 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I contact one of my agents to take over my work load.  They will do that as I do it for them.

Jan 27, 2017 08:18 PM
Ambassador
3,383,334
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Text message and email.  Thank goodness for them.  Laryngitis happens to me like clock work once a year.

As for the flu, you probably need to take some time to rest.  One of the many reasons, as a sole agent with no team, I value my agent friendships so much.  We cover for each other when things like this happen.

Jan 27, 2017 06:33 PM
Rainmaker
5,005,603
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

I'm so sorry to hear you are not feeling good! My Geno had his mouth wired shut for six weeks (that's another story) after his dentist broke his jaw and I answered all his calls:).

Jan 27, 2017 05:18 PM
Ambassador
2,684,009
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Oh, Hella... I am sorry to hear this.

  Rest, drink plenty of fluids, and please get well soon!

   

Jan 27, 2017 04:57 PM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I don't get sick like that but if I do my wife is my partner and I can still type.

Jan 27, 2017 04:18 PM
Ambassador
5,048,983
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

I suppose I would be doing more emailing and texting if I was up to it. So sorry to hear - hope you are feeling better very soon. Such a drag to be sick when you have to work!

Jan 27, 2017 04:18 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Hella Mitschke Rothwell - my colleague helps my clients in my absecnce.

Jan 27, 2017 11:41 PM
Rainmaker
1,157,785
FN LN
Toronto, ON

I have not had that issue.  Depending on the client / customer, perhaps you can communicate by computer or have another agent / person handle your business.

Jan 27, 2017 10:43 PM
Rainmaker
4,272,548
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I have people 

Jan 27, 2017 09:03 PM
Ambassador
6,393,154
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Delegate or reschedule.

 

Jan 27, 2017 05:33 PM
Rainmaker
2,781,163
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Tylenol, vitamin C loading, Fluids and salt to keep-in the fluids longer....

Jan 27, 2017 04:54 PM
Rainer
509,449
Susie Kay
Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth - Plano, TX
North Dallas Specialist

If you have an appointment to show properties, let the buyer know that another agent will show the propeties as you are out sick. Compensate that agent for her time.  Take days off and update your email and voicemail that you are out. I hope you feel better soon!

 

Jan 27, 2017 04:51 PM
Rainmaker
4,936,605
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

You to, I am down with a bad cough this week.  Get well froggie!

 

Jan 27, 2017 04:47 PM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I hear you and have been fighting through the last 3 weeks, last Sunday I went down and straight the Emergency room. 5 days later meds are working but it is tough in this business for sure Hella Mitschke Rothwell , hope you feel better

Jan 27, 2017 04:44 PM
Rainer
505,742
Noel Mayer
Upper Montclair Weichert Realtors - Montclair, NJ
YOU WILL BE RIGHT AT HOME WITH NOEL !

Hella,

   Maybe it won't last long, get well soon. 

Jan 27, 2017 04:16 PM
Ambassador
5,229,945
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh, Hella, I hope how soon you feel better!  That nasty flu has been rampant here in Charlotte too.

I have my assistant cover for me or you can have another agent help you until you feel better.  

Jan 27, 2017 04:09 PM
Rainmaker
1,239,901
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

If my wife contracts laryngitis it is awful peaceful and quiet at home.

Jan 28, 2017 07:25 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I would do what I can and ask some other agents for assistance with what I can't.

Jan 28, 2017 06:23 AM
Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I simply send a text to anyone who is trying to reach me and explain the situation. People understand. The last time this happened to me, one of my clients popped over and left home-made chicken soup on my front porch for me and then texted me back to check the delivery on my porch.

PS hope you feel better soon, Hella!

Jan 28, 2017 05:01 AM
Rainmaker
7,835,925
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I refer business to associates at our office.

Take good care of yourself!

Jan 28, 2017 03:56 AM
Rainmaker
2,182,502
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

poorly

Jan 27, 2017 05:33 PM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

Being sick is awful!  Do you have anyone in your office you trust that can cover for you?  They could leave a voicemail on your phone directing calls to them or when someone leaves you a voicemail just forward it to them to respond and follow up with the customer/client by email to let them know what is going on.-Kasey

Jan 27, 2017 05:26 PM
Rainmaker
577,750
Gloria Valvasori, Accredited Senior Agent
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE SIGNATURE SERVICE - Mississauga, ON
REAL Experience | REAL Commitment | REAL Results!

I would not put them off... or you may loose them.  I would refer it to another agent in my office... giving up 25% is better than giving up 100%

Jan 27, 2017 05:24 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Hella,

Ron would be the front man...sorry to hear you don't feel good.  A

Jan 27, 2017 03:42 PM
Rainmaker
542,913
Sean Casey
Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate - Newark, DE
Greenville, Hockessin, Newark & Bear Homes

Hopefully, I never have to find out!  I hope you feel better soon!

Jan 27, 2017 03:32 PM
Rainmaker
2,224,473
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Oh shoot! I hope you get better soon. 

Jan 28, 2017 06:53 PM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

if you have the flu and a fever, just relay that to the client....I'm sure they don't want it.... but if they're in a rush to buy, you may need to venture out....but you should give them the option of working with you or referring them to another agent.... I'd be livid if you didn't tell me....and/or give me some options.... 

and I hope you feel better soon.... how did you get that with all of that wonderful Hawaiian sunshine..... hmmm

Jan 28, 2017 03:40 PM
Rainmaker
900,128
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

Take a break, Hella. Your clients would not appreciate sharing your germs.  Hope you feel better.

Jan 28, 2017 02:05 PM
Rainmaker
864,658
Les & Sarah Oswald
Realty One Group - Eastvale, CA
Broker, Realtor and Investor

I would rest. Drink lots of tea with honey. Get better, get over the flu. You won't do anybody any good if you are sick. Hope you fell better soon. 

Jan 28, 2017 01:21 PM
Rainmaker
4,572,117
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Yikes!   Retreat - relax - rest - recuperate - repeat the mantra as necessary.  

Jan 28, 2017 12:29 PM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Ouch!  Feel better.  Thankfully in those situations I have my broker to bring me chicken noodle soup!

Jan 28, 2017 10:17 AM
Ambassador
3,345,091
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I carry on to the best of my ability.  I take as much time as possible to take care of myself - resting when possible and then just do what needs to be done. I had this feeling like crap experience when I was doing the chemo-treatment thing ... I worked because there were no other options for me. It's a bummer to not feel well under any circumstances.  I hope you feel better sooon Hella M. Rothwell, Broker/Realtor® 

Jan 28, 2017 09:05 AM
Rainmaker
4,882,355
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

I would have an agent from the office work with the client.

Jan 28, 2017 08:42 AM
Rainmaker
989,652
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

Oh that is such an easy question - it's why I have a team!!!!

Jan 28, 2017 07:52 AM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

develop a small team

Jan 28, 2017 07:12 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Hella Mitschke Rothwell Debbie Reynolds has a good response. Get better!!

Jan 28, 2017 06:31 AM
Rainmaker
5,216,387
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Stop, head for the covers and recover! Leave a VM if you can and use a back-up for emergencies if possible!

Jan 28, 2017 06:29 AM
Ambassador
2,161,048
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Unless appointments cannot be moved, have another agent step in. Stay home, get rest, and hopefully feel better soon!

Jan 28, 2017 05:30 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

It is difficult. I get laryngitis often and I think it has affected my voice.

Jan 28, 2017 05:00 AM
Ambassador
2,436,099
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Feel better soon! 

As for business, you just do what you can, and get someone to help with other things. Your body obviously needs some downtime!

Jan 28, 2017 04:11 AM
Rainmaker
1,280,748
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Get another agent to cover the business

Feb 03, 2017 01:40 PM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Hope you heal soon. You need agents working with you.

Jan 29, 2017 06:53 AM
Rainmaker
142,796
Diana White-Pettis
Bennett Realty Solutions - Upper Marlboro, MD
GRI, CDPE, CNE, WHC Upper Marlboro Homes for Sale

I would refer them to one of the agents I work closely with. Your clients will appreciate you taking care of yourself while making sure they are taken care of, too.  Feel better soon!

Jan 28, 2017 08:44 PM