So...What Now?

The last six weeks have brought an immense amount of change to the way we live our lives. As we move ahead some aspects will return to normal but regrettably, others may not.

By nature, commercial real estate brokers are driven to create connections. We maintain sometimes decades long relationships with clients, we understand that a deal can be struck with a face-to-face conversation and slip away without one. So how will those of us that love to interact with people move forward, while still being respectful of our fellow human beings?

I for one will be happy to shake your hand and will probably extend it but if the person on the other side of the table declines to shake my hand that will be fine. A simple greeting of it's fantastic to see you in person will do the job.

I will continue to be available for in-person consultations, the lunch meeting will not go away for me! However, I understand that we all will come out of this likely with different levels of comfort for interactions. Luckily, we live in a time where technology can get us together too. A Zoom meeting with friendly interaction will be just fine.

It’s not just meetings or consults that will have to evolve, but property tours as well. I would gladly schedule in person showings with prospects if they are comfortable, but if they are not, a virtual tour can certainly suffice as well.

As you can probably see by now, I still have faith in my fellow human beings that most folks will do the right thing...stay home if you're sick, wash your hands more than you used to, and just practice some good common courtesy towards your neighbors.

To all my friends, acquaintances, and clients that may not share my views, we will get along just fine and adapt our lives and our business structure to accommodate everyone.