If you ever need a Realtor who is sure to work hard for you and go out of his way to help no matter the situation, call Shaun Walding of RE/MAX Dallas Associates.
It just so happened that I needed to chat with a Realtor about a property in the White Rock Lake area that seemed a bit off to me. So I called Shaun and asked him what was up. Not only did Shaun answer the phone (a rare thing in some circles these days) and take my question very seriously, but he drove out to the property in question and did some investigating.
It’s service like Shaun’s that will earn you repeat business and referrals out the wazoo, and that’s why he’s this week’s Featured Realtor sponsored by Great Western Home Loans. Is quality service getting harder to find? Call Jeff Lindigrin at Great Western Home Loans to see what you’re missing.
Another thing we love about Shaun is his matter-of-fact-ness, and with a second home in Banff, we might be tempted to aspire to “bestie” status. Jump to find out more about this straight-shooting Realtor for yourself!
daltxrealestate.com: So, where are you from?
Shaun Walding: Dallas
CD: So, how did you get into real estate? What’s your specialty?
Walding: I was recruited by friend from church who was a part owner in a RE/MAX office.
CD: How do you stay sharp in a challenging market?
Walding: I’m constantly taking new real estate classes, as well as playing an active part of a worldwide coaching program.
CD: Where is home for you in Dallas?
Walding: White Rock Lake area
CD: And you drive a … let me guess, Range Rover?
Walding: Ford Explorer
CD: What’s your favorite ‘hood in Dallas and why?
Walding: Peninsula; diversity of architecture and views of White Rock Lake
CD: What was your best/highest sale?
Walding: $800,000 representing buyer and seller
CD: Likewise, what was your most challenging or memorable transaction?
Walding: trying to get buyer and seller to agree that repairs had been completed to everyone’s satisfaction on a home purchase in Preston Hollow.
CD: Tell us: What was the most interesting thing to happen to you while working with a client?
Walding: Walking into a vacant house where a guy was laid out on the floor inserting a needle into his arm. Naturally, our buyers passed on the house.
CD: How quickly have you ever turned a house?
Walding: 10 days
CD: How much did you sell last year?
Walding: About $5 million.
CD: What words of wisdom do you often share with clients?
Walding: Don’t take anything the other party says or does as personal.
CD: If you ever change careers for an encore you’ll…
Walding: become a writer for daltxrealestate.com!
CD: We are flattered, Shaun! Do you have a second home? If so, where?
Walding: Yes. Banff, Alberta.
CD: That sure sounds like a great spot especially after this summer. Thanks for participating!
