Question:
“Re: how to fire a realtor. Went online and got some vague answers. Wish to cancel my listing based on realtor’s breach of contract and lack of communication. Any advice???”
Answer:
Good luck.
Listing contracts make it virtually impossible to fire an agent who isn’t performing.
That’s why you don’t 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 I’ve lectured you (for your own good!), here’s what I’d suggest:
- Tell the agent why you’re not happy and give him 2 weeks to improve. Otherwise you’d like to cancel the listing.
- If he doesn’t improve, ask to cancel the listing. If needed, tell him that he’s better off letting you cancel because no one wants an unhappy client, and that unhappy clients tell a lot of people that they’re unhappy.
- If that doesn’t work, say the same thing to his broker.
- If that doesn’t work, you’re probably stuck…
