[quote=paramount]To urbanrealtor: I don’t think my statement is really that inaccurate at all. A proud two finger salute to you sir – yes, that’s one from each hand.

I know realtors and brokers of all types have a problem counting unless the numbers are green, thought I’d help you out.[/quote]

Yes because 2 years of differential calc left me unable to count (not sure how the color would help as I am red-green colorblind…).

I think stating that all real estate agents are unethical or stupid is a bit like saying that all cops are power-obsessed gun nuts, or that all code monkeys are socially retarded hacks.

It is true that independent contracting tends to select for those who can’t or don’t want work regular jobs. It is also true that sales tends to select for, well, sales types.

However, I think its a far leap to say that being a con artist is required. I am glad that the cheesier agents have become fewer since the downturn. My only frustration with the sizable uptick in business in the central San Diego neighborhoods is that I suspect it will bring more cheeseballs out of the woodwork.

You are, of course entitled to your opinion. Since arguing with you is a bit like arguing with Casca (like you argue at the same level), I will leave it at that.