Really?  I just got a listing and my client is upside down facing a short sale.  When I was reviewing their home information I realized that they are paying about $2,000 more that they should have in property taxes.  They are paying commercial/investment tax rate on their primary home.  They bought this house, their first home, 3 years ago directly from the builder and now they are loosing it.

It is sad to see how buyers sometimes think that they can get a better deal on their own.  Some don't realize the added value that they get when they work with a trust worthy realtor that will represent their best interests.  I wish we could all get to them before they get unrepresented to the negotiation table.