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Joan Cox, Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time (House to Home, Inc.  - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373)

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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

No.  My sphere knows where I stand on the issues already.  That's why they choose me.  I try to be as apolitical out in business as I can, but if you know me you'll know where I stand soon enough if you know what clues to look for or what related questions to ask.  Heck, anyone who reads my answers to questions such as Michael Elliot's question yesterday about "the biggest challenge that your market is currently facing?" knows what my political bent is.  They may not know that I'm proud to be a NIMBY, but they know I want a small government that handles the tasks of governing and protecting the citizens, not micromanaging our every moment and telling us what we can and cannot eat or use to heat our homes.

Oct 09, 2024 11:27 PM
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

I can't say that I have been asked. And I avoid all conversations about politics and religion. If needed, I can change the subject quickly.

Oct 10, 2024 05:44 AM
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Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP
Big Block LPT Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
Coastal San Diego, Veteran's & Retirees Services

No. I've had many share theirs unsolicited; more this year than ever before.

I let people know that my services are for all and my choices are no one's business since they have no bearing on my real estate awesomeness.😉

Oct 10, 2024 05:35 AM
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Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Only once or twice years ago, and I just changed the subject. I'm happy to talk about it with friends or family if they want to have a discussion, but otherwise, nah.

Oct 10, 2024 05:06 AM
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Brenda Mayette
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY
Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

No one has asked and I like to keep them guessing. 

Oct 10, 2024 04:39 AM
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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

I have always preferred to avoid the subject of politics with clients. 

Oct 10, 2024 04:04 AM
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Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

I don't shy away from discussing anything with my clients if they bring it up.

Oct 09, 2024 09:33 PM
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

It's never come up that I can recall.

Oct 09, 2024 07:47 PM
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Buzz Mackintosh
Mackintosh REALTORS - Frederick, MD
“Experience, reliable, leadership”

Unless it is someone I know well I either avoid / dodge the subject or become a chameleon and give a yeah or yup and don't engage in the subject any further.

Oct 10, 2024 03:31 AM
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Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Simply answered...Yes, I have.

Oct 10, 2024 06:50 AM
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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

My clients know & share my political affiliation.

I can count those who didn't on one hand with three fingers left over.

Oct 10, 2024 05:57 AM
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Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

It’s natural to feel cautious about discussing politics, especially in today’s divided climate. I don’t enter into conversations about sex, religion, or politics with my clients. If you do and if your views differ from theirs, you’ll lose a client. Rather, I focus on their needs and goals to keep the experience positive and productive. Building a strong relationship based on trust is essential.

 

It's possible to foster a comfortable atmosphere with clients without delving into divisive topics! Keeping things professional sets the right tone for a successful partnership.

Oct 10, 2024 05:00 AM
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Joan Cox in a few occasions clients engages in political conversation, I avoided and changed the conversation.

Oct 09, 2024 08:28 PM
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Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

One look at my social media and no one has to ask.  I'm an open book if they do ask.  Don't like my politics and frankly I don't want you voting where I live, go live somewhere else.

Oct 10, 2024 09:09 AM
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John Juarez
The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA
ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

No.

 

Oct 10, 2024 07:43 AM
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Richard (richie) Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

I look forward in sharing my hope for the country, the state & the city I live in expressing good leadership, values & outcomes. I also respect people who become or practice passion whether for their religion or politics plus any other beliefs they may have. I made advancements decades ago in sharing objectively because I never approved or believed in suppression, hidden thoughts or feelings. Intimacy, to me, is a cherished value.

Oct 10, 2024 07:05 AM
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Somebody has to be the adult in the room, right?   

Oct 10, 2024 06:51 AM
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Peter Mohylsky
Property Management International-Destin - Sandestin, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

Not one of my favorite subjects but no, never been asked nor religion, sexual preferences, etc.  etc.  None of their beeswax.  

Oct 10, 2024 06:23 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Nobody has asked so far

Oct 09, 2024 10:11 PM
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I have clients who talk to me about politics all of the time. The funny thing is they all think I vote the same way they do! I just listen, nod and smile! If I disagree with them, it goes unspoken and they are oblivious!

Oct 10, 2024 11:45 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

 

I have not ... yet. 

Oct 10, 2024 09:27 AM
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Don Baker
Lane Realty - Eatonton, GA
Lake Sinclair Specialist

If anyone asks I tell them, but I've never had a buyer ask.

Oct 10, 2024 08:42 AM
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Carla Freund
Keller Williams Legacy - Apex NC - Apex, NC
NC Real Estate Transition & Relocation 919-602-848

Yes but not often. I try not to talk politics. I feel people are allowed to have their opinion even if it differs from mine. 

Oct 10, 2024 08:18 AM
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Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Joan and I go with the flow with clients but I have my mind made up.

 

Oct 10, 2024 09:29 AM
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Jeff Pearl
Realty One Group Capital / LIC in VA - Lovettsville, VA
Full Service Full Time Realtor

No. if they ever do. I would just say that i don't discuss politics or religion.

Oct 11, 2024 01:05 PM
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Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

No, and I certainly would not bring it up.

Oct 10, 2024 08:17 PM
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

No I never had.  I did have one gal try to talk into voting her way.  I simply said, I don't discuss politics with clients.  Nuf said.

Oct 10, 2024 03:02 PM
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KAREN SANCHEZ
Reputable Realty - Apple Valley, CA
...Marketing your home like no one else will.

I had my contractor ask me.   I said, what makes you think I'm one of the other.   He said well you work with nonprofits so I assumed you were a ......  I said I work with nonprofits because I'm a Christian and I'm trying to help people.  Nothing about politics.   BUT~ I'm a Realtor and I take VERY VERY seriously protecting people's private property rights.

Oct 12, 2024 08:11 AM