How to Deal with Real Estate Agents

Published: April 12, 2022, 9 p.m.

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What’s one major thing first home buyers complain about? – Real estate agents. 

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Not all real estate agents are shonks… But some are! And in this episode, we’re giving you tips for dealing with them. 

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What are the boundaries of a real estate agent’s job? What is underquoting and why is it an issue in the property market? How do you address an agent’s bluff? What’s ‘gazumping’? We answer these questions and more in this episode! 

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If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at support@homebuyeracademy.com.au!

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We’ll see you on the inside! 

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Episode Highlights:

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  1. What makes a ‘good’ real estate agent? [03:38]
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  3. On underquoting and why agents do it [07:22]
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  5. Underquoting legislation (and sneaky ways around it) [13:37]
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  7. Your role as a buyer when dealing with agents [18:35]
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  9. How to know when an agent is ‘fishing’ for offers? [22:23]
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  11. Not all real estate agents are shonks… [25:03]
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  13. Is your agent bluffing about another offer? [27:00]
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  15. Why NOT to buy B and C grade properties in a flat market [30:41]
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  17. What is ‘gazumping’? [34:08]

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