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Can I fire my real estate agent and hire a new one?

My agent is non-responsive and i think he's doing a horrible job negotiating the sale of my house. We've had interest but no one puts in an offer. Can I get rid of him and hire a new realtor? I live in maryland

Asked by Anonymous | montgomery, MD| 07-21-2022| 1,814 views|Working With an Agent|Updated 3 years ago

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Crystal TraversNovice1 Answer
Crystal Travers

Coldwell Banker Realty · Salisbury, MD

(23 reviews)
Good evening, I am sorry to hear that you are having this problem. If possible, inform your agent of your feelings and concerns, allow him to respond. If you are still not having your needs met reach out to his broker. The broker can assign another agent to help you in this process. If this does not work for you, write a letter and email to both the broker and agent stating you would like to remove your home from marketing and cancel the listing agreement as soon as possible. Wait until you have communication/something in writing, email, letter, text etc. You will also have to wait until the property is off the market before another broker/agent can create a listing agreement with you to market your property. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great evening.
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07-24-2022 (3 years ago)··
Amanda Courtney

REP Realty Group · Fort Myers, FL

(13 reviews)
Yes, but read your contract first. If you are a Buyer: If you haven't signed an "Exclusive Buyer Agency Agreement," you can walk away at any time. If you are a Seller: You likely signed a Listing Agreement with a specific end date. However, if you are unhappy, call the Broker (the agent's boss). Most brokers will release you from the contract rather than risk a bad reputation.
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02-04-2026 (2 months ago)··
Steven HuntSemi-Pro60 Answers
Steven Hunt

Real Broker NY LLC · NEW YORK, NY

(40 reviews)
Yes, you can get an appraisal. Google appraisers near me and reach out to one. If you want a market analysis a real estate agent can get that done for you. If you need help with selling we can help you. 518-526-4964
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07-28-2022 (3 years ago)··
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Steven HuntSemi-Pro60 Answers
Steven Hunt

Real Broker NY LLC · NEW YORK, NY

(40 reviews)
Yes, you can fire your agemt. Ask them for an unconditional withdrwal form or reach out to the owner or manager of the brokerage and have them send it to you to sign it. If they are not holding up their end of the contract there are ways to get out.
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07-28-2022 (3 years ago)··
Anne KofskyNovice9 Answers
Anne Kofsky

Coldwell Banker · Manalapan, NJ

(111 reviews)
Yes, you can. Sounds like you may have chosen the wrong realtor. I would call their manager.
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08-28-2022 (3 years ago)··
Tony McMahonNovice4 Answers
Tony McMahon

eXp Realty · Washington, DC

(59 reviews)
Yes you can, and the terms to do so would be outlined in your Listing agreement with the Brokerage. I would first have an honest conversation with your agent and the Broker and explain your displeasure. As a seller you must also be open to honest opinions concerning the price, location, condition. Agents often are able to solicit feedback from the showing agents and what they and their clients say and feel about the property and why they are not willing to move forward with an offer.
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01-02-2023 (3 years ago)··
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