First time home buying..

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Re: First time home buying..

@khattichic

7. Real Estate Agents are bound to a Code of Ethics and are there to serve your needs, educate you and facilitate your transaction, not walk all over you! They only get paid when you sign the stack of papers at the closing table, so it would be stupid of any agent to “walk all over” their client. That being said, if you feel uncomfortable with your agent, or feel like your needs are not being met, be direct and up front, and let them know that it’s best to part ways. Always follow everything up in writting!!! Email is your best friend!!

It depends on the agent though, just because there is a code of ethics does not mean everyone abides by it in the same manner, has the same level of expertise or you are as important to them as their other clients. This is why it is critical to find the right realtor, its the same as finding a good doctor or good accountant. The training may be similar, they may have to abide by same code of conduct and ethics, but it does not mean they are the same.

I have seen many cases where realtors want to close a deal quickly even if it is to the detriment of the client because they can go chase more business, or while $20K may mean a lot to you, 3% of that difference means little to them and they want to close and focus on new business.

so buyer beware, not just of the property but also the realtor…and lawyer and inspector. ask around.