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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Uh no... people don't eat in my car. And I've never had a client ask to do so. If we need to stop for food we sit down like civilized people and eat at a table.

Feb 01, 2017 03:51 AM
Rainmaker
4,900,966
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

Taco Bell = no. Whataburger = hell yes.

Feb 01, 2017 05:00 AM
Rainmaker
1,846,901
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

No, it's not a moving restaurant. A few snacks maybe like pretzels.

Feb 01, 2017 05:16 AM
Rainer
150,466
Michael Thacker - Re/Max Real Estate Center - Louisville
Re/Max Real Estate Center - The Thacker Group - Louisville, KY
Your best friend who just happens to be a Realtor

I don't eat in my car, so no I would not allow them to either.

Feb 01, 2017 02:21 AM
Rainmaker
151,633
Julie Larson Realtor® Sarasota FL 941-284-9826
White Sands Realty Group FL | 941-284-9826 | Serving Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties - Sarasota, FL
When you're thinking of moving...ThinkSuncoast.com

Yes, I'm okay with eating in the car and if they want Taco Bell, I'm happy to buy them lunch there and eat it on the way to our next showing!  :)

I worked with buyers in the million dollar price range who were only in town for the weekend to buy. They didn't want to stop somewhere to eat and suggested Arby's. So, that's what they did and they put an offer in on a house that same day. We closed shortly after their visit!   :)

Feb 01, 2017 08:45 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

No. I agree with Nina Hollander - if we are hungry we stop and have a decent meal and eat like civilized adults.

Feb 01, 2017 08:34 AM
Rainmaker
2,784,566
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Circumstances would dictate the answer....

Feb 01, 2017 07:39 AM
Rainmaker
7,863,184
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I have never faced that situation.

Feb 01, 2017 03:51 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

As long as they share.

Feb 01, 2017 02:13 AM
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Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

Why would anyone eat anything in a car?  Yuck!  And no, I do not allow clients in my car, ever.  We all need a break from each other in between houses! 

PS  When did naps and snacks become something for adults?  I can't ever remember saying the words before, let alone have them!

Feb 01, 2017 09:42 AM
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

No. And like Nina Hollander I have never been asked. Occasionally there is a need to stop and grab something and it's a good time to sit down and talk some more!

Feb 01, 2017 07:29 AM
Rainmaker
1,553,319
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

NO

No food and if you spill anything but water, we divert to the car wash immediately and you pay.

Feb 01, 2017 07:22 AM
Rainmaker
4,582,184
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

I drive a Hybrid...I try to maximize my gas usage.   I say no to Taco Bell in or out of the car.   

Feb 01, 2017 07:14 AM
Rainer
505,742
Noel Mayer
Upper Montclair Weichert Realtors - Montclair, NJ
YOU WILL BE RIGHT AT HOME WITH NOEL !

I don't eat in my car so I would expect the same.

The exception would be in an emergent situation.

Feb 01, 2017 05:57 AM
Rainmaker
1,027,602
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

No, unless it is some dire emergency, I really don't want them eating in my car.  I schedule breaks, though, so hopefully they won't faint from hunger until we stop.

Feb 01, 2017 05:54 AM
Rainmaker
2,221,377
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

I won't let anyone eat in my car including myself 

Feb 01, 2017 05:25 AM
Rainmaker
577,750
Gloria Valvasori, Accredited Senior Agent
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE SIGNATURE SERVICE - Mississauga, ON
REAL Experience | REAL Commitment | REAL Results!

Yes, I think I would let them... I may suggest that we stop and eat inside and take a break, and perhaps talk about a few homes we saw...but if not then I would let them..

Feb 01, 2017 05:08 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

I do know that the smell of McD's fries can remain in a car for DAYS.

I am unfamiliar with Taco Bell.

My preference would be NO.

However, if the customer arrived with a duplicate for me, I understand they are not being a complete a$$.

It is most likely I will exercise hospitality at a open air place where they can munch and I can talk about what they need to know.

Feb 01, 2017 04:50 AM
Rainmaker
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Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

no

Feb 01, 2017 04:46 AM
Rainmaker
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Brenda Mayette
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY
Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

No customers in my car unless they're related.

Feb 01, 2017 04:36 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

No

Feb 01, 2017 04:21 AM
Rainmaker
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Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

No

Feb 01, 2017 03:50 AM
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Dennis Swartz
Full Circle Property Management - Columbus, OH
MBA, GRI...experience counts!

Why not?

Feb 01, 2017 03:25 AM
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Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

No.

Feb 01, 2017 03:14 AM
Rainmaker
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Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

I don't let anyone eat in my car, I don't eat in my car or drink. That's why they make restaurants. ;-) 

Feb 01, 2018 06:34 PM
Rainmaker
1,241,754
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

They will eat your taco too.

Feb 01, 2017 07:50 AM
Rainmaker
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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

NO ONE....let me say it again, NO ONE eats in my vehicle....

Feb 01, 2017 07:13 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,132
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

No, only McDonald's.

Feb 01, 2017 07:03 AM
Rainmaker
716,529
Richard Bazinet /MBA, CRS, ABR
West USA Realty - Scottsdale, AZ
Phoenix Scottsdale. Sellers, Buyers & Relocations

LOL, I vote for Nina's answer.... hell no! I have respect for my car. I don't even eat anything in my own car!!!

Feb 01, 2017 06:52 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,143
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

No to any fast food restaurants whether in the car or sitting down!

Feb 01, 2017 06:50 AM
Rainmaker
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Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

John Peak I wouldn't let anyone eat anything in my car.

Feb 01, 2017 06:26 AM
Rainmaker
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Jeanne Feenick
NextHome Premier - Basking Ridge, NJ
The Agent you choose REALLY does make a difference

Never been asked - but yes, I would.  Generally, I drive in tandem with clients - just feel safer allowing them to drive themselves....I'm a great realtor, not as great a driver ;-).

Feb 01, 2017 06:23 AM
Rainmaker
902,038
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

No eating in my car.

Feb 01, 2017 06:19 AM
Rainmaker
1,157,791
FN LN
Toronto, ON

No.

Feb 01, 2017 06:16 AM
Rainmaker
823,679
Susan Laxson CRS
Palm Properties - La Quinta, CA
Realtor in San Diego, CA & Naples, FL

Only if they don't use sauce... seriously, no one has ever asked me to stop at a fast food restaurant while showing property.

Feb 01, 2017 06:15 AM
Rainmaker
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Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

No one eats anything in my car - Hmm now you have me craving a taco!

Feb 01, 2017 06:00 AM
Rainmaker
564,494
Maria Sapio
Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA
Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

No.  If it was that urgent that they needed a burrito, we would stop and go inside!

Feb 01, 2017 05:34 AM
Rainmaker
1,712,776
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

A thousands times no.

Feb 01, 2017 05:31 AM
Rainmaker
5,239,001
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Never allow food in my car! Maybe a coffeee or soft drink!

Feb 01, 2017 05:28 AM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

NO, i would not let a customer eat in my car, i do stop for coffee though

Feb 01, 2017 05:19 AM
Rainmaker
913,468
Jeff Pearl
RE/MAX Distinctive / LIC in VA - Lovettsville, VA
Full Service Full Time Realtor

It should be ok.

Feb 01, 2017 04:29 AM
Rainmaker
2,375,694
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

 LOL - Yes I would let a client eat Taco Bell in my car. Not sure I would let a customer or small children eat Taco Bell in my car - but a Burger King - definitely! 

Feb 01, 2017 03:52 AM
Rainmaker
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Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

Only certain fast food allowed? Food is food and on a long swing around showing farms, sure, hit a drive through and munch a bunch like the kids do. Just clean up and no rotten food smells and if they spill something, keep it clean for the next real estate taxi fare. No one goes hungry... same with bathroom breaks.. make sure they get those too! No coffin nail cancer sticks or left handed cigarettes though. Pink lungs all around.

Feb 01, 2017 03:36 AM
Rainer
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John Duke
Staging By John - Burlington, NC
We stage your home to show it at its best!

This doesn't happen in my line of work and I wouldn't eat taco bell in their house either ;-)

Feb 13, 2018 05:03 PM
Rainmaker
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Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Sometimes there is no way around it, no problem.

Feb 04, 2017 01:21 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,773
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

John Peak - No way!

Feb 03, 2017 11:02 PM
Rainmaker
1,506,013
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

No, never let anyone eat anything in my car, ESPECIALLY taco hell.

Feb 02, 2017 09:47 AM
Rainmaker
1,728,156
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Are they buying? But, No not in my car; never!

Feb 02, 2017 08:32 AM
Rainmaker
1,624,653
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

No. Only regular water bottles, no food or snacks. 

Feb 01, 2017 10:58 PM
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Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I'd say yes if they asked.  No one ever has.  

Feb 01, 2017 09:45 PM
Rainmaker
599,734
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

LOL! Not unless they buy enough for me!

Feb 01, 2017 07:31 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,308
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

no

Feb 01, 2017 06:46 PM
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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

  I get nauseated driving past a Taco Bell.

Feb 01, 2017 06:33 PM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

That is a no

Feb 01, 2017 06:19 PM
Rainmaker
3,988,013
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Not unless it was good weather and we could have the windows down afterwards.

Feb 01, 2017 05:28 PM
Rainmaker
4,272,934
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

 I don't eat in my car so heaven for bid that they eat in my car 🚗...

Feb 01, 2017 04:50 PM
Rainmaker
2,224,473
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

I haven't mastered the fine art of driving and dining, and I don't expect my passengers to eat any better while being in a car. My answer is NO. 

Feb 01, 2017 04:12 PM
Rainmaker
4,960,449
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

No, clients can drink water  in my car.  

Feb 01, 2017 03:39 PM
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Why?  If  I was with a client and we were going to stop for lunch I'd take them somebody nice - not fast food place.

Feb 01, 2017 11:57 AM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

Yes I have no problem with eating and drinking in my car. It will clean.

Feb 01, 2017 11:35 AM
Rainmaker
1,153,794
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Taco Bell would not register with most of my customers or any fast food for that matter.

Feb 01, 2017 11:02 AM