realtionship of the sales persona nd their broker?
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In most cases the agent is an independent contractor.
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I used an attorney for the paperwork once. With the correct forms, you can do it, but it is really worth the price you pay the agent to take care of it.  They do all the leg work for you.  Advertisement is the power behind the sell.  Most charge about 6%.
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The only way you can get access to MLS listings is through a Realtor. The MLS is funded by Realtors with the purpose of sharing information with other Realtors regarding available properties. This is how we service our clients. It sounds to me like you are not clear on what an agents role is. Let me explain:\n\nWhen you see a home for sale and you call the agent who's name is on the sign, that agent is working exclusively for the SELLER. Their job is to represent the sellers and protect the sellers interests only, not yours. You are on your own. Its up to you to make sure you are not over-paying, not to mention all the legal liabilities that go with it. In other words, you have nobody protecting your interests.\n\nNow, if you are thinking about buying a home and contact a Realtor who specializes in servicing buyers, they will be able to show you all the properties that are available within your criteria, check current market conditions to make sure you don't over-pay, and handle all of the legal aspects and make sure you are protected in the transaction. In most cases, the buyer's agents fee is paid for by the seller, so it costs you absolutely nothing. Doesn't it make sense to use a Realtor?\n\nIf you are concerned about an agent hounding or pressuring you, just let them know up-front that right now you just want to look and most Realtors would be happy to mail or e-mail MLS listings to you with no obligation.\n\nHope that answers your question and Good Luck!!\n\nBTW, Realtor.com does not have EVERY home listed in the MLS, just the ones where the real estate companies pay for that website.
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use the phone book to find business brokers and start calling. give them the parameters you have and they should be able to help. deal with several and compare the results.\n\nhere is an example of one, don't know them at all.\nhttp://www.gottesman-company.com/
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That depends on what the option to purchase agreement says. As well as any agreement you may have with any agent. You had better start reading.
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Today's realtor never cease to amaze me what they see as OK.  If the realtor is the agent for the selling party, how do you think the seller would feel if they found out, especially if the realtor is kicking back something else to the buyer in the first sale or the second sale.\n\nFIRST EDIT: I'm not saying that from the buyer's perspective it isn't a good strategy, but raises some ethical questions for me.\n\nSECOND EDIT: Do you have a realtor?  If not, they should be lowering their fees on the first sale for god's sake.  If they aren't doing that, you don't want them selling your house.
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You need to sign it and you should use the standard contract. Since you are probably not going to save money for not using an agent (since the listing agent in this case, get the full commission), why don't you find an agent who would do everything for you?
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Yes. I work with the broker below. I use them, and I assure you they give the best service.
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The best way to do this is decide what type of agency with which you want to work. A franchise or a independent shop, a big player or a small operation. After determining that, see which of those have a presence in yor area and go talk with the broker of record.\n \nInterview them about their policies and what they expect from a new agent. Ask about training and mentoring programs. Speak with them about their competition, ask who they respect and think would be a good company to join if you didn't join them. Contact the local board of Realtors and ask if there have been any issues with the company as far as ethical compalints. \n\nAsk for their references, agents that are no longer working their, maybe see if you can speak with a couple of past customers about the level of service they provide.
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Talk to a Commercial Real Estate Agent.
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I am not an agent but I play one on TV (Joking).\n\nI have delt with many agents in selling and buying real-estate.  It is a 24 hour job, and very demanding.  Don't ever expect to have any kind of free time on your hands if you do this type of work.\n\nThe are responsible for smooth transactions in buying and selling real-estate.  They will list your property, give you an estimate of what is is worth, and advise you of what you need to do to make it more marketable.\n\nUsually there will be an open-house so that other brokers from other agencies will see it for themselves.\n\nThere are different kinds of brokers...some represent the seller, and others the buyers.\n\nWhen I purchased a home there was the seller's agent, and my agent put together the deal.  When it was time to sell the house, we used the agent that represented the house when we bought it because she did such good work.\n\nUsually your clients will be from word of mouth.  They make a commission of the value of the home being sold.  Usually there is a 6% fee, with the agents involved with the transaction.  3% each.  From that the agent gets a percentage based upon the years they have with the brokerage firm they represent.\n\nSo a home selling for $250,000 = 6% 15,000\n 3% = 7,500\n 1.5 % = $3750.
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You're probably going to lose this one, though more facts about the nature of the contract are going to be necessary.\n\nIf the agent was in any way instrumental in getting the offer, including advertising, you are contractually obligated to pay him.  Depending on the way the contract is written, you're probably precluded from attempting to sell the property without your agent's help, so even if someone who had never seen your agent or anything done by your agent made you an offer out of the blue, you would need to refer that person to your agent.\n\nThe provision in your bi-laws basically means that if you sign a contract with a real-estate agent and the agent does *nothing* for 28-days, you're off the hook.  As it hasn't been 28 days yet, and I'd be surprised if the agent hasn't done *anything* yet, there isn't going to be any way you can avoid this.  \n\nYou may attempt to fire your agent, but you're going to need to closely consult the actual contract you've signed, preferably with the help of a licensed attorney.
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Skills? Anyone who has selling skills and basically analytical skills (more importantly are family connections) can get a job in the industry!\n\nThink of the job as an intermediary - you sell deals to companies to do...have to be a good networker and have access to large companies. You run around all day preparing and making pitches...sound fun? Job similar to any other salesman....\n\nAttractive to whom? It is only for the money. Anybody who tells you otherwise is lying....work stupid hours and play office politics when not pitching. Fun?
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First thing tomorrow morning go to a real estate office and asked to speak with a broker.  If they wanted they could take you under their wing and show the ropes.  By preparing you for the state exam they could mold you into a  successful agent once you've completed your classroom hours and pass the exam.   Best of luck...But remember...it's all about ethics..Seriously...nobody wants to sit in arbitration sessions when they should be out there selling the houses they are being commisioned to sell.
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Call a realestate agent. Often they are the brokers for such deals.
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Ask me! Or someone like me that who's working in a cell phone company. That can use the sales central to find out the profile from the person that you wanted. Shhh....don't tell anyone, ok?! :p
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None of the above. \n\nSales Representative must have the complete knowledge about the product he is going to sale. All the technical features specified by the Manufacturer of the product. He can explain it in normal way by giving real life examples.He should have effective communication skills to convince the prospected buyer or consumer. He should be selfmotivated to earn as much as commission and to achieve the specific sales target given by the marketing manager.