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How do I know when it is time to switch realtors?
My husband and I have been working with our real estate agent for the past six months to find a single-family home. Our realtor does not seem to make much of an effort to find homes for us. It is usually me that reaches out to him with homes we are interested in and then he sets up the showing. Should our realtor be sending us home listings to help narrow in on our search?
Asked By Carol G. | 803 views | Working With An Agent | 3 years ago
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Spirit Messingham
Tierra Antigua Realty
Some good answers on here already. At the end of the day, go with your gut to make the decision....
- 3 years ago
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Alfred Galvan
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Hello Carol, the time is now with technology if your realtor is not up to par, he can be left behind and his way of doing business is outdated in which can hurt the sale of the home and not bring you top buyers top pay top dollar. Let me know if I can help feel free to reach out. - Alfred
- 3 years ago
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Hector Gastelum
The Gastelum Organization
Carol,
I believe you know the answer already but want reassurance from other Professionals. If you don't want to hurt your unsuccessful real estate agent's feelings, I can adopt you as a client and offer your unsuccessful real estate agent a referral fee for his time.
- 3 years ago
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Keith Watts
Watts Team Real Estate, Inc.
It's tricky now as Real Estate has changed since the days of the printed MLS when Realtors brought listings directly to their clients. Many clients of mine prefer to do their own searching and use me for my access for showings, opinion on the homes they've chosen, and my ability to negotiate on their behalf. Of course communication and expectations are key in the relationship so if you and your agent have not reached an accommodation after six months about who is responsible for the searching it may be time to change. It is up to them to satisfy your needs.
- 3 years ago
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Nancy Call
REMAX Fine Properties
If you have to ask its time...I would verify you haven't signed a Buyers agreement.
- 3 years ago
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Sara Andrews Hartz
The Real Estate Group
Absolutely! Your agent should be aware of homes as soon as they hit the market. They should also be reaching out to make sure you are receiving the listings they have sent to you as not everyone is able to check their email throughout the day. In this market, you need to see the home asap. Not days later.
- 3 years ago
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Carrie Davis
EXIT Realty Green & Associates
If you have signed a buyer agent agreement, you are bound to pay that agent's brokerage fee whether they help you buy the house or not until the document expires. If you are not satisfied, you should find an agent that is working for you. Right now, in most areas there are very few listings available. Let your new agent know what neighborhoods you are interested in living and they can use some innovative methods to prospect listings and interested sellers. All the best with your home search!
- 3 years ago
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