I get it folks, we all like to use our friends if they hold a real estate sales license, but let's face some very real facts here: You the consumer are about to purchase what might be your largest single investment, your home. Working with an agent who has never been to that area or maybe doesn't even work in the same county let alone state is like asking an ear, nose, and throat doctor to treat you for sudden migraines. Sure, they can do it, but do they have the expertise that the neurologist has? I think not.
Before I came back to selling residential real estate I owned a home in Woodland Hills, CA. I knew that even though a friend could probably do the job, I politely explained to him that in the spirit of continuing our friendship, I'd rather go to the local expert who could possibly know more about valuation and not involve a friend in the deal. Business is business was my motto; please don't take it personally.
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