Re: Take Over Practices

[Mike Sokoly <secure15@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Everywhere Man wrote:
> I am having trouble understanding some of these replies in regards to
> it appearing as if  we own the client even after they have fulfilled
> the original terms.
Which is why there are laws in NY regarding the legal way to handle
"automatic renewal clauses".
  If a client wants to jump ship after the initial
> term then let them.
As ong as he's paid in full- no problem
  This is a free market society, and the belief that
> the customer is ours forever is ludicrous.
True-
  Imagine if your long
> distance company or cell phone company felt the same way. You have a
> Nextel and you decide to switch to Cingular when your contract is up.
Again, the key words are, "fulfillment of financial obligation"
> Are you a scumbag for leaving Nextel, or is Cingular playing dirty pool
> in signing you up?
If you have a contract with the Alarm Company, that is valid and
enforceable, then yes, YOU ARE A SCUMBAG!
  A satisfied customer won't think about switching
> unless they feel they can get a better deal.
Not True- many people act on impulse!
  What is so wrong with
> that?
Nothing, as long as they are paid up.
> When we solicit the customer we talk about how what we offer will truly
> benefit them but we switch hats once that same customer finds someone
> else who will up the ante.
Maybe some Dealers do- NOT ALL!
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