A seasoned agent, often they have assistants as well, understands the idea of a "sales pipeline" and they understand that often the seeds they are planting today won't be reaped until months down the road.

I think it will plant a seed in her  mind that the property is actually worth more. 

So if you have a 401K for example you are not taxed at the beginning (or like the book says on the seed), but taxed when you go to pull the money out usually at a higher rate (on the harvest).

In your worst defeats you will likely find the seeds of victory to be sown elsewhere.

One realtor sent me flower seeds a few weeks back with a catchy phrase like "Its time to Spring into action!"

I would begin by selling some contracts on houses and use that money as your seed to buy, fix and sell.

So let him talk 80% of the time - make notes, and then come back a few days later (once you have had time to reflect on the meeting) with some ideas that you feel are appropriate for the relationship.Take your time, plant some seeds, build a relationship and then will come a harvest.TTFN,Greg

The seed  money (Parents home equity) is used as a loan/mortgage for the first property.

new paint, carpet, deck, new grass seed and landscaping to get the curb appeal, finish the basement with new framing, electrical, drywall, paint, trim, everything.

However it did "plant the seed".