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Old 02-17-2008, 12:40 PM
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There is a house on the market in East Grand Rapids that I would like to put an offer on. I know the price that I am willing to pay for this property. I currently do not have a realtor (the seller does have a listing agent).

I want to reduce the 6% commission that is stated on the seller's listing agreement. Does anybody have any suggestions?

Please no responses on why the 3% buyer agent's fee is reasonable. There is a reduced work-load for an agent in this transaction and I would like to apply the differential to my equity basis in the property.

Thanks!
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Old 02-17-2008, 01:49 PM
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Just make an offer for whatever you feel is reasonable for the home, based on what other similar homes have sold for in similar areas in the last 6 months. Strike the whole commission from your mind.
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Old 03-19-2008, 11:06 AM
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I agree. If you know what you want to pay for it just offer it. If they take it or not the commission doesn't matter.
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