real estate in cedar rapids: Is the Listing Agent the Best One to Show the House?
- 09/08/18 09:07 PM
It is not the first time that I have thought about this. I am not in the practice of performing dual agency, even though it is allowed in Iowa. In fact, I have sold over 200 homes in the last 15 years and I have only acted as a dual agent less than ten times! Since I rarely host open houses on my own listings, I have been able to avoid putting myself in a dual agent position. For those of you that might not understand what a dual agent is and how it works.....here is your crash course!
In the home buyer consultation, I talk to buyers about my role in our "partnership". My role is point out all the little stuff. The flaws in the house, the quality of the remodel, the location, the way that they want to live in the house, etc. I am the proverbial "mom" that is showing them all the negative things that they shouldn't overlook in the process of making a decision. If the house survives after they know the good, bad and ugly...I didn't sink it.
It is my job to read through the seller disclosure with you and look for warning … (7 comments)
Whether you are relocating from another state or you are moving within the market area, there is always some adjustments to be made! My focus is on the well-being and safety of your family. A house is very important, but making the Cedar Rapids area your home takes a little more effort. My clients call me long after the closing for advice on a veternarian for their new puppy or the best daycares in the area. Meeting new people is always fun for me and I love my job! Call me if you would like to know what your home is worth in the current market or if you think that you might want to move up to another home somewhere else. We will miss you, but I will happy to get you on your way to your next adventure as quickly as possible!
It is not the first time that I have thought about this. I am not in the practice of performing dual agency, even though it is allowed in Iowa. In fact, I have sold over 200 homes in the last 15 years and I have only acted as a dual agent less than ten times! 
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