expert: An Investor's Viewpoint: What Makes an Agent a "Certified Expert"?
- 07/20/10 02:29 AM
As a short sale investor, our company is often approached by agents and brokers who wish to work with us, claiming to be "certified experts" in short sales, foreclosures, or distressed properties. The term "expert" means many different things to different people. It has often been my experience that being "certified" or making the claim of "expert" has little to do with having an in depth understanding of the nuances, complexities, or patience it requires to work with short sales or REOs. This is especially true with agents who struggle to understand these deals from an investor's point of view. At … (4 comments)
As a short sale investor, our company is often approached by agents and brokers who wish to work with us, claiming to be "certified experts" in short sales, foreclosures, or distressed properties. The term "expert" means many different things to different people. It has often been my experience that being "certified" or making the claim of "expert" has little to do with having an in depth understanding of the nuances, complexities, or patience it requires to work with short sales or REOs. This is especially true with agents who struggle to understand these deals from an investor's point of view.
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