[quote=tc]I had some bad experiences with the zip people. I had one of their people show me a few places. During one of the showings the agent tried to pick up another guy that was just looking through the house. I let it slide. But the following day I got an email telling me that if I wanted to look at anymore properties I would need to supply:
1. A letter of Preapproval. I can understand that.
2. A copy of a current account statement. Not really ok.
3. And to sign a statement saying that I would only use zip as my agent. Wait a second. This guy tried to sell the house he was showing me to someone else. I was standing right next to him. I guess this didn’t work both ways.
Needless to say I refused to deal with them. Trust works both ways. I have a great agent now that I am very comfortable with. I have told her several times that it could be another year until I do decide to buy. She has never tried to pressure me into making an offer. Don’t forget.
You get what you pay for.
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Well put.
I would caution that generalizing based on brand is not always a good idea.
I learned that working as a HelpUSell office manager.
Even a brand itself can be inconsistent.
EG: It used to be that Prudential was the gold standard for strong agents and today that company is circling the drain.
Good point though about the poor conduct shown by the agent.
