Back before the government started ‘serving and protecting’ the ‘common’ person in real estate transactions.  The seller agreed to give a commission to their agent.  AND If another agent brought a buyer– to that agent – the agents would split commission.  It seemed to work fine since the 1900’s

Thanks to another decision coming out of California, Buyer Brokers now have to discuss the terms of their fee straight away with the buyer.  Which now makes the buyer responsible for paying their agents fee.

But now, let me give you an example of ‘the vision’ behind this new law…

Imagine YOU offer $400,000 and ask the seller to pass along 2.5% of it, or $10,000, to your agent.  Now imagine a competing buyer who also offers $400,000 — but asks for 3%, or $12,000, to pay their agent.  Your offer lets the seller collect $2,000 more. The difference tipping the offer in your favor, all  because you negotiated a better deal with your agent

Now I have no idea WHO these lawmakers are thinking about- when they make these laws, but it sure doesn’t sound like it’s for the average law abiding citizen.   What do you think?  Do you think this is going to make buying a house easier, will it stay the same or will it make harder?

I’m going to give you the low down so that you can be on the up and up.  I’m a rookie realtor and I have nothing to loose by being transparent about this.

It doesn’t hurt me in any way to let you in on the secrets that realtors know – little tips and tricks you can add to your arsenal.

Nor do you want to be signing one of these agreements with someone you just met online.

There have been many things I have learned about the real estate market.  Sometimes its fasinating.  Other times it’s interesting.  But Some of the times, it’s just a little ridiculous.  And this is one of those times!  I have no idea why ridiculousness exist in the world, but it does.  I hate it just as much as you do.  Which is why, if you give me just a few minuets I will share with you how to avoid all this ridiculousness.

Let me explain.

IN The “Peoples State” of California the National Association of Realtors just settled a lawsuit.  Apparently ‘certain’ sellers didn’t realize that the commssion they agreed to give…was going to be split with their broker, and the buyers broker.  I can only imagine the heartbreak!  To think I asked my agent to sell my house and they go and pay a reward to the guy that brought the buyer!

That my people – is the reason why now you as a buyer have to have a frank discussion with your agent.  Because the seller can opt to not pay the person that brought the buyer.

We should have seen this coming.  The NAR has been fighting this nonsense in the “legal” courts for a while now.  They were found guilty in Missouri and those poor sellers were awarded $1.7 Billion in damages.  They appealed.  However it was too late, for multiple ‘copycat’ lawsuits rushed in from across the country.   It’s too bad the NAR just didn’t hire Judge Judy to try the case.  The whole ridiculous thing would’ve been exposed in 15 minuets.  Case Closed!

But No That’s Not For Us.

“The institutions we have created, the social structures we have created, are in the process of devouring us” 

Terence McKenna

I saw nothing wrong with the way houses were bought and sold before.  Most sellers already understand that they are paying a set commission to their realtor to find a buyer for their house.  Now the buyer, the one who is paying for the house, now has to be told he is liable to pay for the privilage of paying for the house.  And the seller, the one receiving the money, now has the right to receive more!  But there is some good news.

Whats happening now, instead of the the Sellers Broker asking for 6-7%  Now they are explaining that they are asking for 3-4% and the Buyer will ask the seller to pay 2-3%.  Most Sellers agree to this as it’s a no brainer!  Nothing has really changed.  Except that now in the name of Justice -we have to involve you, the buyer into this conversation.

So let me bring you into the discussion like this:

While this new regulation aims at more transparency – it’s actual impact is just more complication and more expense for the buyer.  In an already challenging market, this added complexity could be a barrier to homeownership for some.  While it might be tempting to DIY your home buy focusing solely on the upfront costs – It would come at the price of not knowing how to leverage the new laws and navigate complex negotiations that could get you a better deal overall!  Staying informed and adaptable is the best position to succeed.

Hi! I’m Geoffrey Akers. I am a rookie realtor that despises ridiculousness.  I want to cut through the smoke and offer you the truth of the matters. I’ve put together a brochure and training emails to get you up to speed on all the insider secrets to get you ahead in the game.  No matter where you are in your house buying journey – It would be well worth the look

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