the line between friendship and business in a real estate transaction part one: The Line Between Friendship and Business - 05/30/12 07:59 PM
The Line Between Friendship and Business
Part 1 (of a never ending series)
It sure does go a lot smoother when the Buyers and Sellers of a home sale transaction get along with each other.   But is there a point where they can harm their position by becoming too friendly?   
For years, real estate agents have historically kept Buyers and Sellers at arms length.
Is the climate changing?    Is it still a wise approach to take?   Is the reasoning in doing this still sound?  
It is natural to think that "if I could just talk to the other side, … (91 comments)