Present Thyself!
When contacting people on phone or in-person, I have seen that people use different approaches. The most common are "The Average Joe Approach" and the other is "the Real Estate Pro".
I am thinking of presenting myself not as a specific "Real Estate Pro" or "Investor", but as a "Solutions Provider" or "Helper" instead. Who has used this approach?
I would think that someone in Foreclosure would want someone knowledgable about the process, but not aggressive or "investor-like"
Which approach works best? What about approaching a Pre-Foreclosure vs. an Absentee Landlord?
Thanks. 
You really have to find what works best for you int he area you are working in. I personally think, no matter how yt your self, you need to be honest and concerned about the person you are trying to help. They may have some financial problems, but they aren't stupid...Most of them have already talked to other people and are just finding out what are their best options. Tho few, the want to look around a bit. Just be honest with them and show them some compassion and you will get far better results than if you go in like the wind in a storm. You might even try and put yourself in their shoes and go from there. Good luck[ Edited by pejames on Date 01/14/2004 ]