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Forum: Canada

Apr 8th 2008, 6:20 am

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What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

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Posted By JonboyE

Re: What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

It took me quite some while to adjust to the way houses are bought and sold in Canada, and how to select a good real estate agent. I think I have got the hang of it now, but it cost me money and...

Forum: Canada

Apr 7th 2008, 8:20 am

Replies: 79

What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

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Posted By JonboyE

Re: What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

I would also think that the higher the value of the house, the fewer number of buyers around with the means to pay for it. Hence higher marketing costs.

I would not have a problem with this...

Forum: Canada

Apr 7th 2008, 8:12 am

Replies: 79

What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

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Posted By JonboyE

Re: What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

I think the best way, at least for peace of mind, is not to think "my house is worth $400k, but I have to pay those @#$%#@& realtors $20k to sell it". Just think "my house is worth $380k".

At the...

Forum: Canada

Apr 7th 2008, 7:35 am

Replies: 79

What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

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Posted By JonboyE

Re: What does a Canadian Real Estate Agent DO?

I agree to some extent. The usual way to calculate commissions in BC is 7% on the first $100,000 and 2% (ish) on the balance, recognizes there is a fixed cost in the transaction.

There is...

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