How agents can & should protect vendors from dual fees
"In today’s competitive housing market, it is not uncommon for sellers to move agents", says Paul Offley. Here the compliance expert explains how estate agents can and should protect sellers against being hit with dual fees, while still ensuring they get what commission may be fairly due.
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