Agreed Mark. Hard to believe that Michigan still allows Dual Agency. Personally I think it's almost impossible to be fair to both sides. That is not to say that Agents will intentionally do/say something they should not, as I think most Agents hold themselves to a certain standard. But we are human beings first and that line can easily become blurred for various reasons. I do hope that everyone who wants to purchase or sell a home will understand the importance of having fair representation. And I hope that Michigan gets rid of Dual Agency! Thanks for your comment!
Outstanding post regarding the need for a buyer's agent.
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Hi Shannon,
Welcome to ActiveRain! It's wonderful the way you've explained different types of agency.
Thank you Pete and Wayne & Jean, I appreciate the warm welcome! And the comments!
Hi Shannon Hall!
Welcome to ActiveRain, wishing you much success here!
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Excellent Post Shannon, welcome to ActiveRain, it's great to have you aboard.
Hi Shannon,
I truly impress your blog. It is like a free 2 hours class on Agency brokerage.
I am so thankful that in my VA state, a disclosure form must be signed before performing any fiduciary duty.
People are moving around. Please do not hesite to email me, or call me, Samuel at (804)-237-8517. I will do the same if you are interested. Have a great day. Samuel
Welcome to Active Rain Shannon! Well written blog post about agency and well worth a feature...please joinActive Rain Newbie group and look for my post.
I saw your post listed on Eileen's post.
Welcome to ActiveRain and thank you for such a detailed first post here Shannon Hall !
Agency is an excellent blogtopic as it is so often misunderstood. Welcome to ActiveRain.
Shannon Hall In Texas, our first duty to a potential client is to explain agency. It seems that no matter how many times we explain this concept, buyers driving around town or surfing the Internet impulsively call a listing agent. I enjoyed your valuable first post. I look forward to reading your future posts!
Thank you Sharon, and everyone! Very nice to say. What a great community you have here!
@Sharon, we have the same duty here in MI and some Buyers think you're trying to sell them a bill of goods when you say it! I think that in general, people misunderstand what we do and don't see our value at times. How many times have you heard that 'anyone can sell real estate'? Well we know that's not the case, and getting it to the closing table? Only a Realtor can appreciate that last line...hehehe.
Wait, I think I feel another blog coming on! LOL
LOL, Sharon, indeed! For me it's a nice break from the craziness while still keeping my head in the game!
Sharon Tara
Portsmouth, NH
so true to remember all of the aspects of our job as well as how we deal fairly with folks