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Answers (8)
- Cindy Quinton, "Cindy Quinton"
- Contributions:1323
Well, I wouldn't dump my agent if I had already decided to use him, at least not for this reason, especially if he had done a lot of work already. I would assume this happens all the time.
- Kylie Nichol Wyze Group, "KylieWyze"
- Contributions:36
Make sure you fully understand how you are being represented by both parties and what duties the agents/broker owes you in the transaction....are they providing you Specific Assistance...full representation. Have you received a written consumer pamphlet explaining what duties are owed to you and what duties are not.
Bottom line: You need to get the best deal possible AND the house you want.
Bottom line: You need to get the best deal possible AND the house you want.
- Michael Emery, "MikeEmery"
- Contributions:7298
Agents in general don't work 'against each'. If they had an adversarial relationship with another agent this would be to the detriment of their client.
What agents CAN do is work to negotiate the best deal for their client. But it isn't necessary for two agents to be put into the death ring and battle it out until one agent comes out victorious.
Personally, my company has over 1800 agents spread across 4 states. I have over 80 agents in my office. While I maintain a professional cordiality with my fellow agents there is nothing that would prevent me from fully representing my client and their goal of getting the best deal possible.
What agents CAN do is work to negotiate the best deal for their client. But it isn't necessary for two agents to be put into the death ring and battle it out until one agent comes out victorious.
Personally, my company has over 1800 agents spread across 4 states. I have over 80 agents in my office. While I maintain a professional cordiality with my fellow agents there is nothing that would prevent me from fully representing my client and their goal of getting the best deal possible.
- homebuyer044
- Contributions:2
Thanks for the advice. I guess this is the same scenario...Agent A and Agent B both work for the same agency. Agent A has a listing that Agent B's client is interested in. Isn't it NOT in the best interest of Agent B's client to work with that agency AT ALL and find a different agency to represent them? Do agents in the same company work against each other in this situation?
- Wes Black
- Contributions:509
Keep in mind you are buying the house you like. Broker having both sides of the deal should be fine with two agents involved.
- Debra (Debbie) Rose, "Livingston NJ"
- Contributions:2733
well...........you should only buy it if you like it....
seriously? you would consider not buying a home because it is listed by another agent in the office?
ps Gwen - just as an FYI - Zillow doesn't allow contact information in the body of a response......check out their Good Neighbor Policy below for details.....
A zillow moderator will most likely delete it.....
seriously? you would consider not buying a home because it is listed by another agent in the office?
ps Gwen - just as an FYI - Zillow doesn't allow contact information in the body of a response......check out their Good Neighbor Policy below for details.....
A zillow moderator will most likely delete it.....
- Gwen Janicki, "StrictlyMainLine"
- Contributions:96
I agree with Lori, I wouldn't hesitate if that agent has what you want. As you know from your Consumer Notice, your Buyer Agent is working exclusively for you even though the commission is paid by the Seller. Among other things, your agent has an obligation to deal honestly and in good faith, provide you with expert advice, and keep your information confidential. If you have any other questions about the notice ask your agent to go over it in detail.
Best of luck!
Gwen Janicki
Prudential Fox & Roach
www.strictlymainline.com
610 207-3995
Best of luck!
Gwen Janicki
Prudential Fox & Roach
www.strictlymainline.com
610 207-3995
- Lori Bost, "Lori200"
- Contributions:186
Wouldn't hesitate at all if his coworker has what you like.
Should I buy a home from the same agency that my agent works for? (his co-worker's listing)
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