Myth vs Reality: Being a Relator

Being a realtor seems like the easiest, least stressful job… all you do is open doors and show people houses; then sign your name onto a contract and call it a day. There isn’t any “real work” involved, just a few simple tasks, and magically a couple thousand dollars finds its way into your bank account.

Honestly, that seems like every person’s dream job (mine included lol – seriously, if someone has a job offer like that, sign me up). I bet every realtor wishes that scenario was their life. In reality, they’re negotiating contracts, explaining paperwork, coordinating inspections, answering your 9:47 pm “is this normal?” texts, and making sure you don’t sign something you shouldn’t. All of these things your realtor is doing, not only for you, but for all their other clients. The door unlocking? That’s one of the highlights.

Opening doors is fun. Negotiating contracts? Not so glamorous. And when it comes to the market itself… there are plenty of misconceptions. There’s no perfect market. There’s only what makes sense for your life right now. Rates change, inventory changes, and your needs change. We help you move when it makes sense for you – not when social media says it’s time.

A lot of people turn to Zillow or other online tools thinking they tell the full story. They don’t. Zillow doesn’t know why a house has been sitting, what sellers are actually accepting after negotiations, or the neighborhood the way locals do.

And people often assume all realtors are the same. They’re not. Every agent has a different approach, communication style, and way of getting things done. With Team Shope, you’re not just working with one person – you’re getting a full team making sure your experience goes smoothly from start to finish.

Finally, buying a home isn’t just paperwork. It’s one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. It deserves attention, strategy, and someone who actually cares how it turns out…It’s a big decision, but we’ve got your back. If you ever want to talk through your options or just get some friendly advice, reach out to us at Team Shope – we’re always here.