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Do you believe that we should do a minimum number of written offers each week even if there is no indication from having a phone conversation with the agent that the written offer will be accepted and, also taking into account that I would have to go and visit these five properties in order to have credibility with the agent who is selling the property so that he/she will present my written offer in a serious manner. 

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But I will remember this conversation when it comes time to choose an agent in the area.

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