Many of my clients are sounding boards for my ideas, mini-focus groups if you will. The following is a snip from a conversation I had this morning with one of my favorite clients.
Me: Did you know about buyer’s agency before we started working together?
A: No.
Q: What did you do when you wanted to see a house?
A: I’d call the agent and ask if I could see it.
Q: Did any of them explain agency to you?
A: Sure! They all wanted to be my agent. (buh-dum-bum)
What is a Buyer-Broker?
Being Selective (sample Buyer Agency Agreement – pdf)
Competent representation is more crucial than ever, particularly in this market. I am working on a horror story now about the consequences of not having representation. Stay tuned.
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Jim Duncan has been helping buyers and sellers in Charlottesville’s neighborhoods for 25 years. Get local insight born of experience.
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