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Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 892324)

I LIKE everything about the way The Villages sales staff work. They don't pressure, they don't hound you, they don't really have to sell you. They won't call back unless you ASK them to call back. They get back to you with answers although if you are not used to the fact that there is NO negotiation on new homes prices or anything about new homes, some folks sometimes are skeptical. The villages sales staff are not in competition with each other and don't say anything negative about other realtors.

There is a bit of a negative climate among some MLS realtors locally in my opinion, because they aren't allowed to participate in new home sales from the developer.

Sorry Bonanza, given a choice any day of the week, I like the way The Villages sales staff work over most REALTORS I have dealt with. Not ALL.
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Gracie, we personally, did not have any problem whatsoever in all the looking and finally, with the purchase of our home. We didn't have any problems with our agent. However, as with any type of business, not everyone is good.

You were lucky that all your experiences were good ones, but to say that what you experienced is what everyone experiences is not so. I have a neighbor that would disagree on all counts to every plus you've said about TV agents. They had a terrible experience from start to finish. I have read and heard about people who have switched agents because of one problem or another. I wish all agents were perfect because many of the ones that aren't are an embarrassment to the profession.

If there is one thing that is really irritating among real estate offices, it is when one will refuse to cooperate. The reasons offices refuse to cooperate with other brokers is because of greed (they don't want to share in the commision with anyone else) and because they don't want to pay the dues and fees to belong to their local board of Realtors or the Natl. Assn. of Realtors. They are the main reasons, but not the only ones. There is no other reason for not belonging or participating. period. BTW, that type of office (a non-participating one) is few and far between. In working in the real estate field since 1984, I have only come in contact with one other non-participating office in all those years. That should be an indication of something to the unknowing public. Interestingly, TV used to welcome other brokers, but no longer do.

Insofar as TV sales people not being in competetion with other sales people, just go to a few open houses on the premise of looking for a house to buy. Yes, they all are in competetion with one another!

I disagree with the word GREED. To me it looks to be a very good business plan. They don't have to share it, why should they share it?

I wouldn't nor would anyone who is in business to make money.

I am sure that there are some not so great sales persons on staff but the company appears to expect them not to be pushy...which to me describes most realtors. I have been on this board and been a good reader and rememberer for many years now and although there have been some people switch and beef, not too many. Some people who complain and are new have the " sure they will negotiate with ME attitude.". We used to go to open houses when new here and then again we went when shopping for our second house, three years ago so I am pretty familiar with how things work. If someone was pushy, or inept they didn't last long. No need to be anything but flawless, and polite, and respectful...this place sells itself. They are nice, friendly, helpful and informational order takers.

This will not be the last word........................................

It is "too bad". I heard of someone who felt they were wronged in a TV sales contract and tried to consult with a couple of lawyers.

There is "no" attorney who will want to fight the deveopler on these type of matters.

Better to fix the needed problems and sell, if you are unhappy in this house.
IMHO

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Originally Posted by 2BNTV (Post 892427)

If there was a problem that was not listed the disclosure statement for a pre-owned home sale, there is legal recourse against the sellers.

I don't understand why the OP won't answer any questions. It's my guess that he/she is either holding something back or doesn't need an answer anymore and is not responsible enough to come on and say so.

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Originally Posted by ricthemic (Post 892271)

Home inspectors, IMO and based on a dozen prior real estate purchases, are a joke and a waste of money.

When we purchased our pre-owned home, our Realtor (Remax) told us the seller was bound by law to fix any issues on the inspection. In other words, the inspection could not be used to re-negotiate the price, which often happens. We had never heard of that and still aren't sure we really believe it. I think the seller could have backed out completely, if the repairs had been over a certain amount. That's normal.

She didn't tell us that until after the inspection. Had we known, we might have asked the inspector to really nickel and dime it........just kidding!! We were actually surprised the seller had to replace the handle on the dryer door. It was rusty, but still functioned. It was on the report....new handle.

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Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 892428)

I have sent her two PM's asking her to clarify if she would.

We are getting all huffy with each other and don't even know the issue the OP posted about..

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Originally Posted by janetgilk@gmail.com (Post 891792)

Does any one know of a great attorney pertaining to a purchase of a home with many problems not disclosed in contract in TV? Have lots of problems with house inside & out / had inspection but they say 'too bad / real estate agent says: too bad.

Need advice.

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Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 892435)

I have sent her two PM's asking her to clarify if she would.

We are getting all huffy with each other and don't even know the issue the OP posted about..

The issue, as stated by the OP, is buying a home with many problems not disclosed in the contract, inside and out, and getting no satisfaction from either the real estate agent or the inspector. The OP doesn't have to state what those problems are, just that there are many problems.

The first thing an attorney would want to do is scrutinize the contract, checking to make sure all the i's were dotted and t's were crossed. The difficulties about pursuing this matter is proving the seller was aware of the many problems, IMO.

If this house was a resale, which it sounds like it was, the developer should not be involved in any way. If the claims are legitimate and provable, it shouldn't be that difficult to find an attorney to handle this.

Why should the OP answer anyone's questions? I don't believe he/she posted to chitchat. Didn't want to discuss realtors and who is licensed or not. Just wanted the name of a good lawyer.

I have googled Janet Gilk The Villages FL and come up with nothing. I googled Janet Gilk alone and came up with nothing. Something smells fishy.

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Originally Posted by DougB (Post 892460)

Why should the OP answer anyone's questions? I don't believe he/she posted to chitchat. Didn't want to discuss realtors and who is licensed or not. Just wanted the name of a good lawyer.

Yes, that's true, however, I always feel like the nature of a public forum is it takes on the form of a "conversation", particularly one where the same members participate daily and some even know each other. I like that, and if it gets too far afield, someone always nudges us back to the original question.

To the OP, as for a lawyer, did you have one at closing? I would start there. If you closed with a title company, you might ask them for a recommendation.

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Originally Posted by casita37 (Post 892468)

It's the Mars/Venus thing. (Men are from Mars....etc.)Plus I am at fault. I have had a roarin' headache all day and I am just plain crabby. I apologize for arguing.

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Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 892462)

I have googled Janet Gilk The Villages FL and come up with nothing. I googled Janet Gilk alone and came up with nothing. Something smells fishy.

Looks like her username is her email address to me. Also, her OP states "under contract in TV" not The Villages Real Estate, could be other Realtor.

So the OP states the problem and wants answers. People respond and respond but, no OP. I say close the thread.

Okay. I have heard from the OP by email. There has been a sudden emergency in the family, and that is why she hasn't responded. She would still like the name of an attorney, if anyone knows one. Please don't remove the thread. It is legit. I know we have had a number of trolls on here lately, but I feel this person is genuine.

I have a phone number for her if anyone wants to recommend an attorney. PM me if you don't want to post it, and I will call her. Or just PM her directly.

Morgan and Morgan. Go to forthepeople.com and you can do an online chat or give them the details and they advertise that they will evaluate your case for free.