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Scams in Real Estate: Situations You Must Be Aware

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Photo by Bruno Martins You can gain a lot from immersing in real estate industry. But you can also lose if you aren't careful of your transactions. Some people try to take advantage of others to increase their commission, boost their sale or attract clients. Different agents and realtors adhere to various scams in real estate. Whether you want to buy a house and lot for sale in Laguna or sell a condo in Makati, you must be aware of the situations rampant in the industry to avoid misfortunes. Changing Lender If you receive a letter about a transfer of your loan to a different financial institution, you must be alert especially if you didn't request a change of account. Verify the contents of the letter before you take any action. Read each line carefully to ensure the validity of the information on it. Double Sale The owner or agent handling the property closes a sale with a second buyer even if the first one already settled the payment. It can also be an act of negle...

Careers in Real Estate: Profile of a Real Estate Agent

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The role of a real estate agent is easy to understand. Like here in the Philippines, it can be as simple as assisting people or companies to buy properties that are on sale or have them sold to prospective buyers so they can get the best and fair price possible.  Below is a brief profile of a real estate agent employee.  Basic Job Description. Help clients buy, sell and rent real estate properties. Act as a middle person between buyers and sellers. Requirements. ·          Age. If you’re aiming for a real estate company in the Philippines to hire you, age requirement may range from 18 to 38 years old. ·          Educational Attainment. Depending on the agency, some may require at least high school graduate, others may need applicants who completed at least two (2) years in college or attained 3 rd year college level, while majority may want a Bachelor or College Degree i...