“If we sell and buy with you, will you reduce your commission?” This is a common question from homeowners who want to streamline the buying and selling process. Most agents agree to reduce their fees. If you want to avoid a reduction, aggressively talk about your marketing to make sure you get full commission on list side. Remind the homeowners that the seller is paying the fees on the other side of their purchase. If they press for a reduction, say, “May I ask why you want to reduce the fees?” Try to flush out their values and concerns, and address them.  Continue, “Are you making this a condition for us to do business?” If the answer is yes, then you just need to make a decision. If it’s not a condition, reassure the client that they will be getting an excellent value, and that you will begin aggressively marketing their property as soon as they sign the contract.

 

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