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What should I not tell my realtor when selling?
Are there things I shouldn't tell my realtor when selling the home? Or personal life and finance things that I should keep to myself? If there's something I should keep private, how do I avoid telling them.
Asked By Wendy | Springfield, MO | 458 views | Tips Advice | 2 years ago
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Chris Hoffman
Lehigh Valley Just Listed, LLC
Your real estate agent works for you, and in your best interest. In most state they have a fiduciary responsability to leagally and ethically work in yoru highest and best interest. Therefore, its in your best interest to disclose everything you can. In simple terms, think of them as your defense attorney. They are on your side and need to knwo all the information to advise you and help you. I fell that if you hold something back, your are actually hurting yourself. Your real estate agent is your advocate.
- 2 years ago
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Gloria Mitchell
Wilkinson Triad Realty
In general, you should not tell your realtor any personal or confidential information, such as your financial situation, plans for the future, or any information that could be used against you. Additionally, you should not disclose any information that could affect the sale of your property, such as any negative aspects of the property, any problems that may not have been disclosed, or changes to the property’s condition.
- 2 years ago
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Glenda X Bozett
RELI
Disclose to your realtor the truth, you are under " Seller Disclosure "
- 2 years ago
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Jim Rossi
RE/MAX 2000
Business is business and as much as it is in both parties interest to have a cordial, friendly working relationship. Your personal life is your personal life, share whatever you feel comfortable sharing that is relevant to selling the property but be factual with anything about the property. If the experience goes well and you become long life friends, great! If you think you need to share for example, I need to get this hose sold to avoid a circumstance and that is important to you, then share it.
- 2 years ago
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Marty Wheatley
Century 21 Mike Bowman Inc
Well we get that question a lot. The best answer is to disclose to your realtor the Truth, that is why a "Seller Disclosure" questioner is given to you. Walk-through with your agent is important so you can catch things in advance.
- 2 years ago
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