I left a vague message for Unethical Realtor, and he actually called me back five hours later. That's probably a record for a realtor.
I chickened out and didn't answer the phone when I saw the caller ID. I was still been thinking about my choices about how to deal with Unethical Realtor and Unethical Seller. I was unsure.
Then, Unethical Realtor sent me an email, riddled with poor spelling and grammar. (He had my email from all those unethical emails to me when he couldn't find his client for five days on end, and I was fed up.) The email said it was unethical to contact him (HA!) and that he still had my check to pick up. He said there was nothing I could possibly need from him at that point. And that pissed me off all over again.
So, I just did it in email. I made the threat. It probably would have been more effective over the phone. But if I'm going to file a complaint and such, I should at least give a warning shot. It is, after all, the only way to get my money. And who am I kidding? -- I'll take the $600 to walk away and avoid the hassle.
But, I'll file if I have to. I'm right, she lied, it's just wrong. I could deal with stupidity or incompetence, but not straight up lying. Maybe, I'll lose at the board. I don't really care. It will cost him a lot more than it will cost me.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
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What an immature 20-something year old twit you are.
You mean realtor's email was riddled with spelling and grammar errors like your post?
The poster above was incredibly rude. I think that you are taking the correct course of action.
Anon, come on, if you're going to sling mud at least have the balls to post your name.
Your legal system for buying and selling r/e is very odd. Its so easy in Australia.
Dog, this sounds like such a major headache to deal with. I hope everything gets resolved soon and that it will just be another lesson learned. You will be fully prepared when you delve into the househunt again. Unfortunately, there are dishonest people out there. Best of luck, and when the time is right, I hope you find the house of your dreams without all the additional hassle.
I do agree with one point with the Anonymous (not about you been a twit)... what gender was the Realtor? You switch from she to him, you did it in another post too.
I still have no idea why this hasn't been put to bed. Have you ever heard of the saying "Let the buyer beware?"
Here's the thing. You were bewared! Or whatever would be the past tense of beware. You actually found the problems and you avoided making a disastrous mistake.
Many people aren't that lucky!
Yes, it sucks completely that you're out $600. I get that, I agree with that. But number one, you avoided being out a lot more money, probably in the tune of tens of thousands of dollars. Seems like a good save in that regard. Number two, you talk about your time being so valuable. Why are you spending hours and hours on this? Be honest with yourself. Are you really doing what you're doing out to get the $600 back, or are you now doing it out of spite?
If it's really for the $600, OK, but I don't really believe that. If it's really to protect future people looking at the house, well that wouldn't be bad either. But the tone that I get is that the true real underlying reason is spite. You came out feeling burned, and in your mind, someone has to pay.
My suggestion, let a higher power make that judgment and spend your time moving on to things that are more productive and more positive in your life.
You put a contract on a house, the inspections turned up numerous defects, you get your money back and move on. If you think your realtor was negligent, file a complaint but stop with the drama and revenge. IMHO
I'm confused? He has the check for you to pick up? Why don't you just go get your money back then?
I'm confused, probably because I haven't bought a house yet.
Why is being asked to pick up a check making you so angry? Don't you want your money back?
I'm sure there's something in this situation that I'm just not getting.
Good idea. I'm glad you are fighting for what's right. It's your money and you don't deserve to be treated like crap for asking for it! I wish you the best with this situation!
I don't get it, why not just go pick up the check and move on? I don't believe that anyone else who thinks about buying the house will buy it without an inspection. The problems you found seem very obvious. If they don't inspect, then they are taking the chance of problems with the house.
If you want to file a report, then file it, but as with the other posters, I don't understand the reluctance to get your money and act or let it go.
There must be something else here that you are not disclosing.
I agree with the other posters. You are letting your emotions run away with you on this purchase, or in this situation, canceled transaction. Go pick up the check. You don't have to confront him then. Just pick up that money, and go file. It is not helpful to you in your future real estate dealings to make this a huge drama in your life.
I think this is a fictional blog as well..
Too many inconsistencies.
I honestly am not quite sure what the issue is either. It is unclear to me why you have to get the $600 check, and what it all means, why can't he mail it, why he thinks it is unethical for you to contact him...
Am I just dense here?
Anyway, I'm sorry this is so frustrating for you. I wish you luck in your continued house hunt
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