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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 | 180 views | Working With An Agent | 4 months ago
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Erica Wright

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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.
Marjorie Turner

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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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Royal Ross Jr

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Tom Cox

RE/MAX Real Estate Ch

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.

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