When we are hired as an agent for a Buyer or Seller we need to be sure we are representing them the way they wish us to represent them.
New agents may be tempted to rassle dazzle their client by doing their own negotiating with another agent on a Real Estate buy or sale. This is not only but it is a violation of Real Estate ethics, it could cost you dearly.
Good morning Bob,
I've seen agents think they are so smart they try and negotiate on their sellers behalf and I shake my head! It is a violation of the Real Estate Ethics. The sellers should ALWAYS be informed of an offers and be involved with the negotiations!
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
That is exactly what I'm talking about Dorie Dillard Austin TX ☺️
Oh my goodness, Bob... that selling quack picture is hysterical! I suppose we've all come across those agents who start with "my clients will never...." I always tell them just go to your client and ask them.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
The duck photo didn't quite fit the post but I couldn't pass it up Nina Hollander, Broker . About those agents, regretfully they think they know better than their clients (regretfully).
Well said. Our role is to represent, not replace, our clients. Clear communication and following their direction protects both the client and the agent, and keeps the transaction on solid ground.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Solid ground is the best place to plant our feet Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518 😊.
Good morning Bob. Although the temptation was great at certain moments resisting the temptation is the proper thing to do. Enjoy your day.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Thank you Wayne Martin . It's mid-evening and it has been a pretty good day... except for a tumble I took.
I have learned through this comic strip that celery is the go-to food for them, which is nice since I enjoy celery as well, haha.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Yup, so it would cost you little extra to feed your pets Brian England .
It is always interesting when an agent tells you as you present an offer that that will not do. It may be that the owner told them beforehand their bottom line number, but you never know what might have changed and what other terms that are included which may sway the seller.
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
That's absolutely right Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 , especially if the property has been on the market a while.
Negotiating on behalf of a seller without their knowledge not only oversteps boundaries but undermines the trust and transparency that should guide every real estate transaction. Selling quack HaHa!
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Lawrence "Larry" & She...
Plainview, NY
I couldn't pass up the graphic when I saw it Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
Hello Bob "RealMan" Timm I have seen agents not fallowing the ethics rules, and make decision without client's approval. Excellent post on Ethics.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Thank you John Pusa . This is a scenario I've seen several times.
Bob "RealMan" Timm - I served on TX Professional Development Committee for a very long time. What you described is a violation.
I like Timmothy's cartoon! We can never assume we know what a buyer or seller wants without hearing it from them directly. Agents are not party to the contract.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Amen and amen Patricia Feager 😊.
Does that duck picture qualify as a DAD joke? I think it does...lol
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
I'll agree to that Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty 😊
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