[Lchughart@gmail.com]

We use Debbie to buy a house and would not recommend her again, she missed lead us on the items that should have been included in the sale in the house, and was nonresponsive on a issue following closing on the house.

[Ele201]

Originally Posted by JohnN

We had a substandard agent when we bought here. We contacted The Villages and asked for a different agent, no problem.
Rather than reporting to the attorney general, etc etc. why not take a deep breath and forget it , don't let it bother you. Release.
I'm sure she doesn't care.

Agree with your line of reasoning. There are people providing substandard services out there in various sales positions. In real estate, I’ve found agents are quite proactive because they are motivated by making a sale and will do whatever it takes.

Anyway, in this case, the OP is actually fortunate to have cut ties and moved to another agent. Things could have been much worse if she stayed with an agent who she felt wasn’t responsive.

[airstreamingypsy]

I am in awe of your patience, I would have fired her the first time she ignored a request from me.

[Debbraham]

Originally Posted by pauld315

My understanding is that Villages "realtors" do not necessarily have to have a real estate license. They do not use MLS and they are contractors contracted to TV.

They do have to have a real estate license. It’s just that The Billages do not belong to the state board of realtors so they can not list thru mls and do not have to follow the standard of rules snd conduct associated with the state board of realtors.

[Debset]

I'm surprised to hear this about Debbie Sander. When I was searching for a home in the Villages a few years ago she was VERY helpful and knowledgeable. What impressed me the most was the fact that I was looking at manufactured homes while she was listing/selling high-end homes but yet she was there to help me. Not sure that she had an assistant then? Maybe that's the problem? Hope everything works out well for you!

[Denbal82]

Thanks for the reply. My problem wasn't with the value, sales or marketing statistics or changes. My problem was with correspondence, or lack of, with the realtor.

Originally Posted by Dlbonivich

Just like every company there are good and bad sales people. The number one agent obviously is popular and probably does a pretty good job. Remember Real Estate has been “easy” for the last few years. Things have changed somewhat, homes are not moving as quickly. She may have been going through an adjustment period. I have been doing real estate for 27 years. I have experienced slow downs before. It is not easy addressing this with clients with high expectations based on previous years. Hopefully she gets things together and moves forward. Sellers need to be prepared to have their home stay on the market a little longer. The market in The Villages is great, the rest of the country does affect the local market. Everyone wants to come here, but they need to sell where they are to get here. I wish the commenter good luck. Be patient.

[davefin]

As always, there are two sides to every situation.

[ron32162]

They all have a state license and not a member of MLS

[Pennyt]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

All real estate agents must be state licensees.

If someone is employed by and representing a developer or builder, they are not required to have a real estate license. At least that was the way it was when I was a real estate broker.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by villageuser

Exactly. Any company who refuses to use MLS is not diligently working in your behalf.

The Villages Real Estate /cannot/ use MLS. They are contracted to do sales exclusively for The Villages Holding Corp, the developer and owner of the new properties. MLS agents are not allowed to sell new construction for the same reason - they are NOT contracted to sell on behalf of the owners of the property. It's a long-standing agreement. The Villages Real Estate is the Developer's sales arm.

[Gator_Girl]

That's why reviews were created... go on Google and submit your review

[Gettingoutofdodge]

I used Star Amidor 352 446 1261, she was phenomenal from start to finish. I bought my house in June and she was there every step of the way. She responds immediately to calls/text messages. Her assistant is also top notch. If anyone is buying, give her a call. She sold a few of my friends homes in The Villages and came highly recommended.
The VLS knows of homes going up for sale before they get on the market. That is a wonderful advantage. I saw my home the day it was advertised and the minute I saw it; I made an offer and within an hour the seller accepted the offer. I signed the contract the same day.
I still call her for recommendations for various services. If she doesn’t answer; she calls me right back. Star is a gem.

[Dburesh]

Please call me @ 513-222-2981 to discuss this matter as I have had 3 villas & a home sold in TV within the last 7 years, Doreen

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Bridget Eichaker

When your contract is over, get a real estate company outside TV

And they will not be able to show you any of the homes listed with The Villages...

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by Pennyt

If someone is employed by and representing a developer or builder, they are not required to have a real estate license. At least that was the way it was when I was a real estate broker.

Yes, I believe you are correct regarding the sale of new homes from a builder or developer, but not to resales as I understand it.