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Brokers Can Be So Sneaky!

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bikramaddict
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Brokers Can Be So Sneaky!

Maybe I'm the last to know this, but I just found out that closing costs can go up a few thousand to compensate the broker! And then on top of it, raise your interest rate to get paid more Chat Icon

I thought the broker got paid by the bank now I see s/he gets from the seller too.

I was stunned when I heard that...maybe I'm just way too naive.

Posted 12/11/06 2:01 PM
 
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DRMom
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Melissa

Re: Brokers Can Be So Sneaky!

They do get paid by the bank. My Dh is a broker. He'll kill me for saying this but you can negotiate. Look for the lowest rate you can find from a regular bank then use that to bargain with him.

Posted 12/11/06 2:03 PM
 

lululu
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Re: Brokers Can Be So Sneaky!

Personally - I would prefer to shop around and work with someone from a bank rather than work with a broker. I know too many people that have had bad experiences with brokers....

Posted 12/11/06 2:19 PM
 

june262004
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Kristin

Re: Brokers Can Be So Sneaky!

Posted by lululu

Personally - I would prefer to shop around and work with someone from a bank rather than work with a broker. I know too many people that have had bad experiences with brokers....




I agree.

Posted 12/11/06 2:27 PM
 

kerrycec03
Mom of 2 beautiful boys!!

Member since 6/06

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Kerry

Re: Brokers Can Be So Sneaky!

this is what we are going to try and do. Anything to save a little money

Posted 12/11/06 2:37 PM
 
 

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