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if i found a buyer for my condo and my broker did nothing to help me why and how or can i get out of the agreement and not pay him his fee
Hi Lee-
Thanks for your question. Let me start by saying that there are a lot of other services that a listing broker/agent provides besides finding a buyer. They know what needs to be legally done to get you to a successful closing and they do it. They also market your property with signs, brochures and advertising no matter who procures the buyer (translation- spend money). The listing agreement is a legal document, a contract. The best I can suggest is to have an honest conversation with your agent and see if he/she will give you a discount on the commission as I assume there is no other (buyers') agent involved and you feel that you brought the buyer to the table and see what he/she will do. That's the best I can suggest or you can hire an attorney ($$$$) to see if there's an out. Hope this helps, Toni
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Toni Yates
Expertise
As a real estate broker and agent for over 12 years, I am qualified to answer questions about buyer and seller agency, home ownership, second home ownership, lake property and basic real estate information and laws as they apply in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Experience
12 years in real estate and a second home owner. Top producer for many years. Have specialised in resort and second home as well as primary home ownership. Also have expertise in equestrian properties. Owner and one of the founders of Re/Max Lake & Country as well as Greenway Horse Farm.
Organizations
National Association of Realtors, Virginia Association of Realtors, Fredericksburd Area Association of Realtors, Richmond Area Real Estate Association and Charlottesville Association of Realtors. Re/Max and the Better Business Bureau.
Education/Credentials
Real estate licensing and broker licensing courses as well as required and optional continuing education in my field.
Awards and Honors
Top producer awards from FAAR and Re/Max.
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