MichaelC 160 Report post Posted February 28, 2009 The reality is that with a long distance deal, there is always the possibility that some greedy, smart ass homeowner will stick it to us. Over the years it has probably happened to me three or four times. But that is certainly the exception and not the norm. So don't let that fear stop you. Deal with folks who you have a good feel about, provide a good service that pleases the homeowner, use good paperwork to cover your butt, and for the most part the deal goes down as planned and we are paid accordingly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joshril 0 Report post Posted March 10, 2009 The reality is that with a long distance deal, there is always the possibility that some greedy, smart ass homeowner will stick it to us. Over the years it has probably happened to me three or four times. But that is certainly the exception and not the norm. So don't let that fear stop you. Deal with folks who you have a good feel about, provide a good service that pleases the homeowner, use good paperwork to cover your butt, and for the most part the deal goes down as planned and we are paid accordingly. I like the idea of working all over the country... there should never be an excuse for not enough leads... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dionwisn 0 Report post Posted April 30, 2009 Guys Im trying to get back into Bandit sign marketing. In my parts you put them up on friday night, and their down by monday in the morning. Would you all agree this would be a poor use of advertising money? Im considering placing an order of 500 next week. Rarely I'LL have a few signs slip through the cracks and go on for a few week days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason (AL) 1 Report post Posted April 30, 2009 I wouldn't call it a waste.Bandit sign marketing probably gets the best results for me, D-Lee.With newspaper ads running a close 2nd. With them getting plucked, have you considered placingthem as high as you can?In my case, being tall has its advantages. Where are you placing them? Have you ever considered placing a We Buy Houses-typebandit sign in the yards of houses you're selling or have sold?This way, they're less likely to come up missing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dionwisn 0 Report post Posted April 30, 2009 Have you ever considered placing a We Buy Houses-typebandit sign in the yards of houses you're selling or have sold?This way, they're less likely to come up missing.Neat idea I just have'nt had the time to get a large enough sign made. I typically place them in high traffic residential areas. Probably 4 to an intersection. To me it seems a waste considering 1) ITS A HASSLE 2) YOU CAN BE FINED BUT NOBODY EVER DOES 3) ITS A HASSLE...By the way Jason how long do yours stay up on average? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest jvmccall Report post Posted April 30, 2009 I am not affiliated with this site, but these are some good presentations on bandit signs... http://www.banditsigns.com/freeaudio/ Joe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonathan RexfordFL 8 Report post Posted April 30, 2009 Dion, I am using my signs here in my area. I have a warehouse full currently of handwritten signs. I place them on wooden stakes. They stay up 4-5 days. Now I don't do 25 at a time either. I do 8-10 in a genereal area. It keeps the HEAT off from code enforcement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason (AL) 1 Report post Posted April 30, 2009 Have you ever considered placing a We Buy Houses-typebandit sign in the yards of houses you're selling or have sold?This way, they're less likely to come up missing.Neat idea I just have'nt had the time to get a large enough sign made. I typically place them in high traffic residential areas. Probably 4 to an intersection. To me it seems a waste considering 1) ITS A HASSLE 2) YOU CAN BE FINED BUT NOBODY EVER DOES 3) ITS A HASSLE...By the way Jason how long do yours stay up on average? I wouldn't consider it a hassle if you're getting paid. You can always hire a high school or college kid...heck, even someonethat's trustworthy, in need of some easy $, to do it for you. The For Sale/Rent to Own ones have been staying up until I take them down.I had a house for sale, locally, whereby my signs stayed up until I toldthe seller to take them down...as I kept getting calls from them.One was an 18X24 sign in the yard, with 2 smaller directionals.These stayed up approx. 2 weeks. Here of late, I haven't been using any We Buy Houses signs.Those don't seem to last as long, given all the envious and non-productive real estate agents in the area. . I suppose they have more time on their hands these days, so removing my signs seems to fill that void.To remedy this, I'll put on my Clint Eastwood outfit and Hang 'Em High. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dionwisn 0 Report post Posted April 30, 2009 To remedy this, I'll put on my Clint Eastwood outfit and Hang 'Em High. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dionwisn 0 Report post Posted May 1, 2009 BEV! How bout: RENT TO OWN 50% RENT CREDITS NO BANL QUAL. FREE SWINE FLU VACCINATION Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichaelC 160 Report post Posted May 1, 2009 How bout:RENT TO OWN 50% RENT CREDITSNO BANL QUAL.FREE SWINE FLU VACCINATIONI'm sure there are already some Swine Flu scams circulating. Especially here in FL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dionwisn 0 Report post Posted June 4, 2009 Anybody know of a good message to send out to tired landlords? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichaelC 160 Report post Posted June 5, 2009 Dion, I don't personally take that approach. But your question gave me a reason to do a Google search for tired landlords, and there were all sorts of ideas that might work for you. Give it a look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dionwisn 0 Report post Posted June 5, 2009 Im trying to come up with a card or flyer to hunt these tired suckers out. They need me more than I need them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites