He was putting his own interests ahead of his client’s. He wasn’t interested in negotiating the best deal; he simply wanted to sell the home as quickly as possible, rather than risk the listing expiring and not getting paid at all. As you can see, agents don’t always bring their “A-game” to a given sale. Whether through an honest mistake, negligence, or working for their own interests, these kinds of mistakes can lead to expensive and time-consuming problems for sellers and buyers alike. Remember, it’s the agent’s job to work for—and not against—their client. The good news is that, despite these (and many, many more) stories, there are good, professional, and effective real estate agents out there — agents who work for you and will help you get the best deal possible for the sale of your home.
POINTS TO REMEMBER:
• Unfortunately, things can go horribly (and expensively) wrong in real estate. • Educate yourself and do your research first. • Consider whether your agent is part of the problem or solution .
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