I want to sell a house through a real estate agent but also want to advertise it on sites like craigslist. I would list the real estate agent's number as the contact person. Would I be violating my contract even though I just want to get more people to check out the house ?
2007-12-27 02:04:23 · 14 answers · asked by h nitrogen 5 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
You are OK. Just tell him what you are doing so that he does not sound like a duffus when someone calls.
Also, he needs to look over the ad that you write, to make sure you are not violating any real estate laws. His broker will be liable for them, even if you wrote them.
2007-12-27 03:43:21 · answer #1 · answered by Landlord 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You would not violate the contract by providing additional sources of advertising, but it would be wise to check with the real estate agent involved to insure that your advertising format does not violate any codes of ethics required by the contract.
Have the agent approve the ad(s) in writing before you do anything.
2007-12-27 03:43:54 · answer #2 · answered by acermill 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Selling a house is a TEAM effort. Sit down and discuss this with your agent since a "bigger fishing net" is required in today's' market. Many Multiple Listing Services (MLS) automatically post your property on other web sites, ask your agent for this list. Also, Zillow.com has a free listing service.- Best Wishes.
2007-12-27 02:11:57 · answer #3 · answered by tomgsells 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are laws that the agent would need to be sure are being followed. Those laws would include your state's real estate commission laws, the fair housing laws, and many others that might have to do with mortgage lending and other local laws.
So you will need to have all wording approved by the agent or his broker.
2007-12-27 02:40:20 · answer #4 · answered by glenn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your agent what he's comfortable with, but also remember because of your contract, you will pay his commission no matter what.
If your agent is a real professional, he'll want to see what and where you want to advertise FIRST. Why? Because his name is going down as the contact AND if you put in anything illegal, misleading, etc. HE is going to have problems.
2007-12-27 02:10:18 · answer #5 · answered by heyteach 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure your agent wouldn't be upset, unless you were trying to cut the agent out of the deal. I don't know any agents that wouldn't love to have a seller that is also involved in marketing the property.
If the property is in NC, OH, or SC you can advertise it on my site FREE, or have your agent do it:
http://www.brokershawna.com/Open-Realty
Hope this helps!
2007-12-29 05:25:16 · answer #6 · answered by Shawna Marie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Discuss the same with your real estate agent as it is necessary for agent to have knowledge on what you are doing so that he couldn't blame you for violating his principles and all.
2016-01-06 05:53:41 · answer #7 · answered by Ram 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The agent should be happy to have a seller who wants to help as much as you do. Just remember that you have a contract to conduct all negotiations through the agent.
Thanks for being a great seller - you'll probably sell fast!
2007-12-27 02:27:03 · answer #8 · answered by trblmkr30 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That can only help. The agent gets paid no matter whose greater efforts contributed to the sale.
The agent would really love you if you did.
2007-12-27 07:35:12 · answer #9 · answered by princebh@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure your agent approves all adverts of the property before you list them to avoid potential discriminatory language. "No kids, couples only,no one over 55, " etc.
2007-12-27 05:35:10 · answer #10 · answered by DEACTIVATED 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋