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The best agent isn’t defined by proximity; they’re defined by competence. The fallacy of the neighborhood real estate agent as having an advantage over others is one of the biggest myths in real estate. It’s easy to assume that the best agent to sell their home is one who lives in the neighborhood or has the most signs nearby. It sounds logical, who knows the area better than a local? But sellers that don't challenge this myth might very well be stepping on a financial landmine.  

The Hidden Flaws of the “Neighborhood Agent” Approach

Familiarity feels comfortable and safe. But proximity isn’t expertise — and in today’s shifting market, comfort isn’t strategy. Expertise comes from decades of writing contracts, analyzing data, negotiating, and working…

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Inept real estate agents cost clients thousands and thousands of dollars. This is often self inflicted; buyers and sellers select agents without proper vetting and research. They remain with them despite poor communication, poor performance and they fail to hold their agent accountable. From inept data analysis, contractual gaffs, improper transaction management and things that you cannot imagine...hack agents cost their clients thousands.

Money Lost on Closing Costs

Here's a very common buyer agent gaff, leaving money on the table. It's also a great example of the buyer's agent NOT working closely with the lender. We listed this investor home at 215K, the buyer was using a conventional loan and putting less than 10% down. The offer came over with a…

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