[Pbthrockm@msn.com]

Great advise. Also be aware there are CCD fees known as a Bond. There maybe be additional taxes especially in new developments and also area maintenance fees. With all these costs taxes and fees can nearly double. Be prepared go to tax web site and retrieve what the current owner paid. But also keep in mind as a new owner you will be taxed on your purchase price.

[jbrown132]

Originally Posted by Kilmacowen

They are licenced by the state of Florida. Most, if not all, have worked for MLS previously. "Code of ethics" is a joke. All sales people work for their own benefit, no matter what business they are in. Does anyone think financial advisers work for your interest first?

Just untrue. I was a sales person for over forty years. I sold a very technical product. I would tell the customer what the product would and would not do. People’s lives depended on it. If I lied to that customer or distorted the facts in any way and my boss or CEO found out about it I would have been fired on the spot and walked out the door.

[wilkinson]

Why would you waste 6% commission 7 times???

[daca55]

Totally agree!!!

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Pamelah

What do those lines //// mean ??????

someone wanted to delete their comment, but you have to have a minimum three key-stokes

[Beyond The Wall]

I found the opposite to be the case. Our agent, Judy Dressendorfer , was forth coming on EVERY DETAIL about cost, conditions, options for inspections, whether the taxes were homestead amounts, etc. use a recommended agent

[Scorpyo]

Maybe I'm missing something or I'm just ignorant but why are so people concerned whether the person showing you a house is a sales person, sales agent, real estate agent or real estate broker? Why are you arguing whether or not they're licensed by the state?
Who cares? Their job is exactly the same, namely get you to buy (or sell) a house so they can make a commission. Yeah, the Villages sales organization doesn't go on MLS and conversely the outside Real Estate companies don't go on the Villages site. So if you want MLS go to Remax. If you want to be listed on the Villages site, go through them. The sales representative, no matter whom they work for, will try to close the deal so they make money. The smart ones will do so ethically. They are the ones that list and sell the most homes and make the most money because of referrals. I've heard some very positive statements about the sales persons that worked with some of you on buying or selling your home. I will probably be buying a larger home in the not too distant future. You can rest assured I will be keeping those names for future reference. And, quite frankly, I couldn't care less (yesterday's post) whether they're licensed by the state or not. I just want them to, at least, seem to have my best interests at heart.

[vitacr]

NO, They are not "REALTORS" - they are "sales representatives" - big difference. They are not required to divulge all knowledge on a property, like a REALTOR. There are many differences.

[PennBF]

Have a relative who was a Realestate Broker in both North Carolina and Florida. She pointed out the difference between the rules of each state. The one serious difference was the rule governing what had to be identified regarding the home by the sales agent to the buyer. It goes back to "Buyer Beware". Get your own inspector and ensure you identify the problems before you sign a contract. If you have a Realestate agent regarding a home you may be selling in another state you may want them to take a look at the Contract for the Village home and ask them for their opinion? I think it is wonderful that some becomes friends with they Agent but they are in it for profit and friendship may be a byproduct of their primary responsibility which is to sell houses. Always go back to Rule #1 which is Buyer Beware.

[joedi]

Don’t trust the village real estate people, they do not follow ethics like professional realtors do. The are told to lie cheat or steal to make sale. These homes are put together with glue and cheap material BE CAREFUL!

[chrissy2231]

They are not licensed & can'[t show MLS. The best realtor is Ken Weber (352) 396-0789 Mobile

(352) 259-4900 Home office ERA Grizzard. I bought the 3rd house he showed me. My friend bought the 5th she was shown.

[Dlbonivich]

It is a reminder to do ethical things in your daily business. I am a Realtor. I think there are good sales agents and there are good Realtors and you need both when you buy in the Villages. It is someone who takes time to give you the best service.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

Originally Posted by Laker14

On resales, do most of the real estate professionals selling properties in TV charge the same sales commission, regardless of whether they are MLS, or The Villages Real Estate?
What is it typically?

But if you buy a new or preowned home from them you get 1% back on the price of new home

[greenflash245]

they are in the game for themselves.just don't trust them.

[greenflash245]

a rare commodity she is