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Old 08-03-2011, 08:17 PM
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Hi, opinions needed. What are your thoughts about what type of realtor to use for non village listings. I have been in contact with one realtor about this and she led me to believe in Florida buyers agent is not needed and is just extra costs. I in turn want someone that represents me and gives me good counsel on values, subdivisions that may be more or less desirable. Especially when looking outside the Villages?

What are your thoughts and what did others do? I will be down in October.
I am a retired Florida real estate broker. I would go with a buyer's agent. I am not recommending, just saying what I would do personally.

You may want to research the Florida statutes pertaining to the duties, obligations and responsibilities of each.

I am not sure what the "extra costs" are when using a buyer's agent.