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ueensland real estate agents have shared some of the most bizarre and unforgettable experiences they've had while selling properties. These stories showcase just how unpredictable the job can be.
One agent recalled an open home on the Gold Coast where the vendor, a mature woman, decided to sunbathe topless by the pool. The agent, still new to the industry at the time, was caught off guard and made up an excuse for the buyer's benefit.
Another story involved an older couple who had already sold their house but refused to move out until they received payment from settlement. Their agent went above and beyond to help them relocate, organizing removalists, packing services, and even a rental property.
On settlement days, agents often encounter last-minute issues that need resolving. These can include finding missing items like media system remotes or replacing plants taken from gardens. In one case, an agent had to track down a vendor who was in jail during the sale process.
Some properties have more... unusual features than others. One agent discovered wardrobes with glowing lights and "tomato gardens" that seemed to be growing nothing but leaves. Another found a snake slithering through a bush and flying out at a vendor, causing her to flee in shock.
Police raids, squatters, and even naked vendors have been some of the more extreme experiences agents have faced. In one case, an agent had to deal with a homeowner who denied being a bikie but was found to be hiding a cache of firearms around the property.
Other stories include a cantankerous cat that refused to leave under a house, a homeless man who broke into a property and started causing damage, and two naked men who were tanning by a pool when an agent arrived for an open home.
