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Question
Hi Dick,
Wanted to find out can I legally, buy a home without a realtor in California, If the person selling there home has it listed with a realtor?
Arnold.
Anyone may buy a home from the owner without a Realtor, Arnold. If the seller has his home listed with a broker, then it's the seller who is obligated to pay a commission. There is no law in California that says you must buy a house with a Realtor. If the seller is NOT listed with a broker, then you and the seller can do your own negotiations.
Of course, to protect your interests, you should have someone with expertise to guide you to make sure the proper documents are included in your transaction.
So, go ahead and make your offer. Chances are the seller is going to bring his Realtor into the picture to help negotiate for him.
I do wish you well.
Dick Dennis dixiedee13@aol.com
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Dick Dennis
Expertise
With more than 41 years as a real estate broker, I can solve most any problem presented. If I can`t, I do my research. Problems with mortgages, trust deeds, foreclosures, odd ways of conveying titles. Most any good Realtor can answer questions satisfactorily, but I answer questions that most cannot. Also, ask about my hard-copy newsletter, The Landed Gentry. It can also be sent to you via PDF.
Experience
Solving real estate problems for 37 years.
Organizations
National Association of Realtors
Publications
Publishes The Landed Gentry, guest writer in Who's Who in Creative Real Estate, First Tuesday, Financial Freedom and many newspapers
Education/Credentials
e-Pro Realtor, Certified Distressed Property Expert, Who's Who in Creative Real Estate
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