2,682,719
Agreed. If not an agent, then use an Attorney.
* Many builders in Florida use their own contract, which needless to say, favors the Builder, not the Buyer.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Jeff Pearl
Lovettsville, VA
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Brian L. Sirota, Esq.
Orange, CA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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STEVE KLENOW
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Karen Climer
Orlando, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Brenda Mayette
Glenville, NY
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
3,383,184
I bought my new construction with a worthless agent. She just sat there to get the commission. We had so many issues and she barely lifted a finger. It affects how I represent my buyers on new construction.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Jeff Pearl
Lovettsville, VA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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STEVE KLENOW
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Eve Alexander
Tampa, FL
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Brenda Mayette
Glenville, NY
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
1,539,715
Both parties need unbiased representation.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Karen Climer
Orlando, FL
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Carla Freund
Raleigh, NC
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Brenda Mayette
Glenville, NY
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
3,120,759
Based on past experience, I can say with 100% confidence that buyers need agent representation like Steve Higgins said or there could be trouble ahead.
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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STEVE KLENOW
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
804,829
I believe all buyers and sellers need their own representation. A sellers agent does not have a buyer's best interests at heart and same goes for a buyer's agent with a seller. No matter how capable and competent the agent is.
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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STEVE KLENOW
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Karen Climer
Orlando, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,306,062
When a buyer buys new construction, the seller's agent is positioned to legally represent both seller and buyer and the contract used is provided by the seller and is not the usual, standard contract.
An agent who has introduced the buyer to the seller/new construction project can offer insight to the buyer about expectations during the process. The buyer's agent can bring value by explaining terms, contingencies, time frames, appraisal, underwriting, upgrades, choice of lenders and many other feature of the process. Of course, the seller's agent will also go over these thinks but a buyer can benefit from the feedback of their own agent.
And...the advice from the buyer's agent is free.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
899,657
I say yes, a buyer should have agent representation when purchasing new construction. How about choosing the right builder to start with? I ask the questions buyers don't know to ask some of which are personal to the buyer and some that are specific to Real Estate. I try to make sure they have a copy of the contract in advance to review since it probably isn't a NC contract and encourage them to speak with one of my closing attorneys at that time if they have questions. I try to make sure they're clear on things like a non-refundable deposit. We talk about timelines, walk the lots they're considering, talk about potential resale, get inspections, I go to the appointments with the builder, I'm copied on all communications, I push back when things aren't going right, I check on the house when the buyer cannot and so much more. Yes, sometimes we have to tell a client to speak to an attorney but many times things can be solved without one.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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STEVE KLENOW
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
4,681,505
I would never recommend a buyer not being represented no matter how competent the seller representative proclaims to be.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
626,867
Depends on the personality of the Buyer. I always recommend representation, however over the years I have learned there are certain people who you will not convince and they will go their own way.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
1,194,466
You know what the old saying is..."Those who represent themselves have a fool for a client"
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
921,504
"....yet to be built..."
The buyer DOES NOT NEED AN AGENT they need an attorney.
After all, all the agent is going to do is say, "Consult your attorney or accountant."
Agents Not BEING ATTORNEYS are not licensed to interpert the intent of the builders contracts.
Now, if your question included reference to a show model, that would get a differnt response.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
1,193,135
Maybe is the correct answer. We provide advice to buyers and sellers but can not make up their minds. We can provide advice and consult. So I still feel strongly about maybe.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Brenda Mayette
Glenville, NY
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
3,343,466
That happens, I imagine, most of the time. I've had pushback from the agents representing the builder ... reminding me that "you are only a referring agent here" HA. They did not want me around. That did not stop me from representing my clients and ensuring they were getting the answers they need and the build they want.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Eve Alexander
Tampa, FL
613,494
I have learned that too many traditional agents sign the buyer into the new home community and then dissappear.
The term "buyers agent" is very loosly used and does not guarantee anyone is advocating for you.
Unless you are well versed in new construction issues, know how to negotiate and are willing to become UNpopular to make sure that the buyer best interests are met... a typical buyers agent is not much help.
How many "buyers agent" even make the builder put the escrow money in a real escrow account?
None I bet...
Eve
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Pete Xavier
Pacific Palisades, CA
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Jeff Pearl
Lovettsville, VA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
2,180,305
It Depends on the Mind Set of the Site Agent
Do they believe and practice Win - Win ????
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
2,430,413
Could a buyer buy a new construction home directly without a buyer's agent? Yes. And it might work fine.
Should a buyer buy a new construction home directly without a buyer's agent? No. Everyone should have someone on their side, who can help them with the biggest purchase they will make. A skilled new construction buyer agent will be able to guide them around all the potential obstacles.
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
509,449
You won't believe how many buyers purchase a home directly from the home builder here in Dallas Metro. They'll start panicking and start calling any agents when there's a situation between them and the builder.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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STEVE KLENOW
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
1,842,961
whenever I read a builders contract it's mind blowing. They don't even have to actually build the house even though they've used your upgrade money for sometimes 1.5 years or so.
They also 'entice' buyers to not use a broker by giving perks to use their lender. Again the buyer is not protected there either but I'm sure they get a cut of that pie also.
I've bought new construction & you just have to have faith that someday you'll get a house. You have no choice with an attorney reviewing the contract for you (IL).
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
5,205,857
Same as all things in life. Choose wisely or you may be disappointed.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
910,278
Yes, as long as buyer knows what to look for and understands the process. It can also depend on builder reputation. Based on the questions I get on my land listings, it's obvious that over 50% of agents that call me have almost zero knowledge and experience with new construction. They would provide little to no help to a buyer looking at new construction homes.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
1,050,315
HA! The SINGLE biggest mistake I have made in real estate was buying unrepresented from a builder . . . and I was a licensee! I expected professional courtesy. I did not receive ANY courtesy. I was told by broker friends, hire someone . . . I should have. Had to take my builder to the state 2x and I won both times. But what a pain in the ass!
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Pete Xavier
Pacific Palisades, CA
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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STEVE KLENOW
5,862,877
Buyers can buy a new build from dirt start, but are in a better situation represented by their own Buyer's Agent.
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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STEVE KLENOW
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Susie Kay
Plano, TX
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
3,416,011
The sellers agent looks out for the seller. Especially with a new home, the buyer needs someone looking out for them. There are many moving parts that need to be done right that can come back to cost big $$$ if not done right
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
7,822,429
You need an experienced agent.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
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Jeff Pearl
Lovettsville, VA
5,772,470
One should have legal representatio, A
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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STEVE KLENOW
6,380,446