[Serenoa]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I'm sorry it happened. But, many people don't seem to realize that buyers never have their own realtor. All realtors represent the seller. But, if your facts are correct, the broker should acknowledge the error and use their liability insurance to reimburse you for your loss. I would pursue it if it is not too late. I would contact the broker in writing and ask for reimbursement, and send a copy of all correspondence to the Florida real estate license board, and make sure the broker knows you are sending it to the board.

Not sure I understand when you say "buyers never have their own realtor". More than once (back in the days before the internet) I've had a realtor help me find a home to buy. In that case when the sale is closed doesn't my realtor spilt the commission (typ 6% divided by two) with the listing agent of the home that I bought? Or today, since real estate listings are so easily accessed & viewed on the web do most buyers just deal directly with the seller's agent?