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Do low commission realtors do less for you?
Do low commission realtors do less for you or offer less services? I would understand if something got cut out with a lower commission, I'm just wondering what would get cut. Or if our house would sit on the market longer or we'd get a lower price when selling.
Asked By David | Germantown, MD | 721 views | Working With An Agent | 1 year ago
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Erica Wright
RE/MAX ONE
I would ask about marketing. Marketing takes time and money. I would check out the quality of your pictures. Can they still afford to pay a professional with the commission you both agreed to? Also, in Texas we have buyers representation agreements for a certain amount of commission. If that amount is not agreed on in the listing agreement then the buyers would have to pay the difference. Can the buyers afford that? How many buyers do you lose? Also is this agent a full time agent? Do they have another job? How available are they going to be for your questions and for buyers? In Texas commission is negotiable. If the agent agrees to less you should get the service you deserve. Truth is you get what you pay for.
- 1 year ago
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Sami Vecchiolla
COMPASS GREATER NY LLC
Commission is negotiable and every agent offers different services and levels of experience. If you're looking for the cheapest option you're often leaving money on the table if that person doesn't have a ton of experience in negotiations. If they are willing to take a cut in pay how strong will they be in negotiating for you to get top dollar?
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Marjorie Turner
True North Realty Inc
It is all about value. There is so much that is done behind the scenes. Do you want a desperate agent to sell your home or an experienced one? Do you want marketing to generate more potential buyers or do you want just the MLS and a sign? Drone footage, video tour or just a few cell phone pics?
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Amy Andrews
Amy Andrews
Who you hire depends on the service you will get. An Agent that would reduce the quality of their service before they even got started working for you should be a sign as to how they will handle your sale. An Agent that works hard at earning a fair commissions, is a good sign as how hard they are going to work at the Job you are hiring them to perform.
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Traci Poteet
Traci Poteet Real Estate Group, brokered by EXP
Short answer is YES! You need a great agent who will get you more money so that your net is even better than if you used a discount brokerage Call me, I have an extensive network of top producing professionals that can be of help to you 361-557-4325
- 1 year ago
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Royal Ross Jr
Houzway LLC
No
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My response may be controversial. Remember, you are not selling your home, but rather you are marketing a property. Remember, the seller rarely pays the commissions. The buyers offer a price that includes enough money for the seller to write a check to the respective title, brokers, closing costs, etc.
- 1 year ago
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