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My husband and I signed up for a buyers agent across state lines. We found a home that we wanted to

purchase, but she discouraged us, as she was also representing the seller and thought our offer was too low. In the end, we did not submit an offer and it became a highly uncomfortable relationship. I've yet to break my contract.
How long do I have to wait until I make an offer on this house without her involved? I am not going to offer the asking price that she wanted. I do not want to end up in court with her either because she might legally have acess to a commission(does she?)
 
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Kaye, Home Buyer in Princeton in Princeton
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Joy Tarbell was FIRST TO ANSWER
If she is not writing the offer that you want her to write then she is most likely breaking your contract already. When she showed you the property she should have also told you about dual agency and had you sign a paper stating that you agree. At that point she should not give an opinion of what you should offer, only state public facts about other listings and sales in your area.

Don’t get into a battle, talking with her and her broker will solve the problem and get you the house you want…..hopefully.

Sat May 17 2008, 09:22
 
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Kaye,

As an agent I always try to stay away from a dual agency situation. It is difficult to represent both parties in one transaction without leaving one party feeling short-changed. I would do as Joy suggested and voice your concerns with your agent. If he/she does not agree to terminate your agreement then you may contact the broker. If this happens in my office, my broker will assign the buyer to another agent in the office who will then write the offer. The worse that could happen is your offer could be countered back and/or rejected. Then you know where you stand.

Hope this helps you.

Shelley Kefauver

Sat May 17 2008, 05:52
 
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Be honest with her. Tell her exactly what you wrote in your question and ask her to cancel the Agency contract. Agents do not want to represent clients that don't want to work with them. If she refuses, talk to her Broker.

Sat May 17 2008, 05:46
 
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