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Updated about 6 years ago,
Is this a classic Bait and Switch?
Strange thing happened yesterday or at least I find it strange. I've had my eye on a fourplex in the DFW area through the LoopNet website and I decided to contact the agent to get me number so I can do a simple analyze it to see if was worth looking into. He immediately contacted me back saying it was under contract and if I ever considered Killeen, TX. He followed up by stating a lot of facts about population growth, how close it was to Austin, how many people live there and commute to Austin for work and how it is a gold mine. I was intrigued, emailed him back stating that I was open minded so he sent me several properties that are available for sale and even offered to get me in contact with management companies but also wanted to discuss his "Leasing Services". After a few emails I learned that leasing service is simply handling all the legwork to get a tenant in through screening, background check, etc. I ended up telling him I would look at this more that evening, as I work during the day. Later that evening, I received a phone call and it was the agent. He talked my ear off for about 30 minutes selling this leasing service and the properties he has available while no mention about anything in the DFW which I am originally aiming for. I think this tactic could be a classic bait and switch situation and I'm not falling for it but glad I listened to everything and keep an open mind so I can continue my learning process. Has anyone else ever run into something like this?