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How far would you go to protect your buyer clients? The Download

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The Consumer Federation of America, an industry watchdog, says that the buyer agreements you’re depending on are woefully inadequate to properly protect homebuyers. Continue reading →

Consumer watchdog: The real estate industry regulates itself

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A report from the Consumer Federation of America found that the vast majority of seats on state real estate commissions are held by industry members, and not one is held by a consumer or housing advocate. Continue reading →

NAR: Don’t work without a written listing agreement

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Some agents may be tempted to advertise a property without a written and signed listing agreement in place to avoid having to enter the listing into their local multiple listing service. The National Association of Realtors has some advice: Don’t do it. Continue reading →

LISTEN: How to Find Financial Advice You Can Trust

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It’s not very hard to find a financial adviser to help you prepare for retirement. But finding one you can trust? That can be tough. The first episode of the new Friends Talk Money podcast offers guidance — and a couple of scary stories. (You can liste… Continue reading →