Society Thinks You Have to Show Endless Homes But the Truth Lies in Setting the Right Expectations

In this episode of the No Broke Months Podcast, Dan Rochon reveals the secret to reducing showings and streamlining the home-buying process with the "Hitting the Bullseye" conversation. Learn how to set expectations early, align with clients on their must-haves, and guide them through the complexities of the market. This episode is packed with actionable advice on how to communicate with buyers, eliminate frustration, and create a more efficient path to their dream home.

What you’ll learn on this episode

• Set Clear Expectations: Early discussions about what’s realistic (price, location, type of home) prevent wasted time and misalignment.
• "Hitting the Bullseye" Conversation: Align clients by discussing three key areas to adjust if their ideal home doesn’t exist: price, location, or type of home.
• Buyer Psychology: Help buyers make informed decisions by giving them the power to choose adjustments when necessary.
• Importance of Communication: Clear conversations with the lender and setting up video calls build trust and transparency.
• Address Market Obstacles Early: Identify obstacles like bank-owned homes, short sales, underwriting challenges, and new homes early in the process.
• Save Time with Presumptive Language: Use proactive language to encourage buyers to consider different options without overwhelming them.
• Focus on Solutions, Not Problems: Guide your buyers through obstacles with positive, solution-focused language.
• The Role of the Lender: Keep the lender involved from the start to avoid delays and ensure all financial questions are addressed early.
• Power of Video: Use video calls and video texts to enhance communication and keep buyers engaged.
• Empower Buyers to Make Decisions: By offering choices between price, location, or type of home, you give buyers control and make them feel empowered.

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Teach to Sell isn’t just a book—it’s the blueprint for guiding clients with confidence, cutting wasted time, and closing deals faster. Inside, you’ll learn the exact scripts, psychology, and systems top agents use to move buyers from confused to committed—without pressure or burnout.

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Resources mentioned in this episode

• The 80/20 Buyer Consultation Script: A step-by-step guide to aligning with buyers and setting realistic expectations.
• Bullseye Method: A strategy for narrowing down buyers’ needs to ensure you don’t waste time showing homes that don’t fit their criteria.
• CPI Community: The community where agents learn to master sales scripts and become more efficient in their business.

To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:

• Website: No Broke Months
• Podcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople Podcast
• Instagram: @donrochonx
• Facebook: Dan Rochon
• LinkedIn: Dan Rochon
• Teach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why