Location: California
Submitted 10/06/12 09:49 AM

Q. are gratuity after a sale is complete acceptable to offer and be accepted by the agent

 

Answer #1
Submitted 10/06/12 11:56 AM
Gary Frimann, Gary Frimann (Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates): Broker Owner in Gilroy, CA Gary Frimann, Gary Frimann (Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates)
Broker Owner
Gilroy, CA

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Personally, I would not accept one.  I would, however, find it satisfying if you asked for some of my business cards so you can hand them out to family, friends, and co-workers.  

Answer #2
Submitted 10/08/12 03:54 PM
Lina Sarkissians (Re/Max Optima): Agent in Glendale, CA Lina Sarkissians (Re/Max Optima)
Agent
Glendale, CA

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A good referral is the best gratuity an agent can receive from a closing!

Answer #3
Submitted 10/14/12 08:06 PM
Iris Stuart, Key Properties (Key Properties): Agent in Santa Rosa, CA Iris Stuart, Key Properties (Key Properties)
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Santa Rosa, CA

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I agree with Gary and Lina.  Also a nice review on Yelp, etc., or other written testimonial is always appreciated too!

Answer #4
Submitted 10/23/12 10:50 PM
Michelle Carr-Crowe 408-252-8900 Silicon Valley Homes,San Jose,Saratoga,Cupertino, Michelle Carr-Crowe Sells Lynbrook High Homes (Just Call 408-252-8900 San Jose Luxury Homes Cupertino KW): Agent in San Jose, CA Michelle Carr-Crowe 408-252-8900 Silicon Valley Homes,San Jose,Saratoga,Cupertino, Michelle Carr-Crowe Sells Lynbrook High Homes (Just Call 408-252-8900 San Jose Luxury Homes Cupertino KW)
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San Jose, CA

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Check with the broker. Is this a "cash" gratuity that won't be reported to the government? If so it's against the Code of Ethics and is fraud.
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