Dirty tricks by bad real estate agents is something all of us should know since in our lifetime, we are expected to deal with properties at least once. So here are some of these tricks. Readers do take note of it when engaging real estate agents
Refusing to Co-Broke PropertyCo-broking occurs when there are two property agents involved in a single transaction. In a co-broke transaction, the commission have to be shared out between the two agents. Some agents who refuse to share the commission would refuse to meet up or follow up clients from other agents. As such, the seller would not have the full exposure to the market.
OverpromiseSome agents promise that he has a ready buyer who can come up with high price, so that the property seller would appoint them as their agent. Such would force the seller to sell at a lower price than expected because once they realise the agent is lying, it might be too late.
Working for more than one companySome agents may work for several company, so as to get as much client listing as possible. And because different companies have different payment structures, an agent might close the deal under the structure that is favorable.
HijackingHijacking refers to an agent going behind the back of another agent and engage directly to the clients, promising better deals and urging them to sign with him instead. Such act is deemed unethical, and property buyers and sellers should try to avoid, as you never know you might need the help of these other agents.
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