Being a REALTOR, Location is always important!  However, I  feel as though the kitchen table is more practical during a listing presentation because papers will be signed. Most recently, I have found that meeting in a neutral place - restaurant or coffee shop is the new go-to meeting location. However, "place" now is often online as far as signatures are concerned as well as first meetings and showings for out of town clients.   I go where my clients are most comfortable and, additionally, it is paramount to find out their preferred "place" to communicate- text, phone call, email, face to face to avoid being ineffective and/or frustrating.