“Re: how to fire a realtor. Went online & got some vague answers. Wish to cancel my listing, based on realtors breach of contract, regarding lack of communications. Any suggestions as to back up info I might need???
***ANSWER:
Good luck.
Listing contracts make it virtually impossible to fire an agent who isnt performing.
Thats why you dont want to just use an agent that
– you happen to know
– suggested the highest price
– had the lowest fee
– happens to work in the area
– happens to work for a known firm
– was in the right place at the right time
You need to choose a professional agent who is experienced and has a track record of success. They or their team should be selling at least 25-50 homes per year (we sell 150 on avg.).
Now that Ive lectured you (for your own good!), heres what Id suggest:
1. Tell the agent why youre not happy and give him 2 weeks to improve, otherwise youd like to cancel the listing.
2. If he doesnt improve, ask to cancel the listing. If needed, tell him that hes better off as that no one wants an unhappy client and that unhappy clients tell a lot of people that theyre unhappy.
3. If that doesnt work, say the same thing to his broker.
4. If that doesnt work, youre probably stuck
Selecting A San Diego Real Estate Agent
