The Real Estate Podcast
Stop Asking "What Are Your Seller’s Expectations?" | The Real Estate Podcast EP333

Too many agents rely on the lazy question: "What are your seller’s expectations?" Instead of demonstrating expertise, this question exposes an agent’s lack of market knowledge and negotiation skills. In this episode of The Real Estate Podcast, Ariel Kormendy and Adrian Trott break down why asking this question is a mistake, what you should be doing instead, and how top agents gather key information without sounding incompetent. If you want to elevate your game in real estate, this episode is a must-watch!
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0:20 – Intro
1:15 –Why This Question Shows a Lack of Knowledge
5:42 – What Agents Should Be Asking Instead
10:18 – Understanding Seller Mindset & Market Conditions
15:35 – How to Gather Key Information Without Sounding Inexperienced
22:07 – Expert Strategies for Stronger Negotiations
28:45 – Final Thoughts & Takeaways
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In 2011, Ariel Kormendy and AdrianTrott formed The Kormendy Trott Team, now often referred to as KT (thanks to our logo!). The foundation of KT is built on providing unmatched value and attention to detail in everything we do. From our ever-expanding, comprehensive list of exclusive services to our expertly trained team, you will receive the highest level of care throughout your entire real estate journey.
Originally a team of two in Milton, Ontario, the KT Team has grown into a large team of exceptional REALTORS®, a client-care department, and now includes KT media, KT Commercial and KT Property Management to provide our clients with a complete lineup of genuine, professional, and proven services across Halton Region, Peel Region and the surrounding Regions within the Greater Toronto Area.
We’d appreciate it if you’d subscribe and follow us for behind-the-scenes footage, real estate tips, industry secrets,exclusive listings, The Real Estate Podcast, and more!
- Broadcast on:
- 31 Mar 2025
Too many agents rely on the lazy question: "What are your seller’s expectations?" Instead of demonstrating expertise, this question exposes an agent’s lack of market knowledge and negotiation skills. In this episode of The Real Estate Podcast, Ariel Kormendy and Adrian Trott break down why asking this question is a mistake, what you should be doing instead, and how top agents gather key information without sounding incompetent. If you want to elevate your game in real estate, this episode is a must-watch!
🔔 Subscribe for more real estate insights!
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0:20 – Intro
1:15 –Why This Question Shows a Lack of Knowledge
5:42 – What Agents Should Be Asking Instead
10:18 – Understanding Seller Mindset & Market Conditions
15:35 – How to Gather Key Information Without Sounding Inexperienced
22:07 – Expert Strategies for Stronger Negotiations
28:45 – Final Thoughts & Takeaways
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Want more real estate podcast discussions?
Watch it here: youtu.be/uLhNb8fdHt4
Listen to it here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pwncyet9NydbgTmx5D21k
Catch clips and highlights of the show here:http://www.instagram.com/kormendytrott
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Our Social:
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kormendytrott
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/kormendytrott
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kormendytrott
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KormendyTrott
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pwncyet9NydbgTmx5D21k
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/ktrealty
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.ca/KormendyTrott
TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@kormendytrott?lang=en
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In 2011, Ariel Kormendy and AdrianTrott formed The Kormendy Trott Team, now often referred to as KT (thanks to our logo!). The foundation of KT is built on providing unmatched value and attention to detail in everything we do. From our ever-expanding, comprehensive list of exclusive services to our expertly trained team, you will receive the highest level of care throughout your entire real estate journey.
Originally a team of two in Milton, Ontario, the KT Team has grown into a large team of exceptional REALTORS®, a client-care department, and now includes KT media, KT Commercial and KT Property Management to provide our clients with a complete lineup of genuine, professional, and proven services across Halton Region, Peel Region and the surrounding Regions within the Greater Toronto Area.
We’d appreciate it if you’d subscribe and follow us for behind-the-scenes footage, real estate tips, industry secrets,exclusive listings, The Real Estate Podcast, and more!