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I can't believe real estate agent pushed bad deal is even legal

Started by paper_pusher_20 · Dec 8, 2025 · 1,119 views · 14 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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paper_pusher_20 OP

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

real estate agent pushed bad deal. I've been dealing with this for about 2 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already done some research online but did not get a clear answer.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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desperate_times_etc_10

Look, oh god, another one of these.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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Sergei_Mod Moderator

Idk but licensed attorney — a few thoughts. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The legal framework here involves both federal and state law. At the federal level, the relevant statute. Your state may provide additional protections.

The practical consideration here is cost vs. potential recovery. For disputes under $10K, small claims court is often the best route imo.

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exhibit_a_hole_10

Dealt with this exact thing last year.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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brian_t_18

Real talk: i work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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send_help_please_32

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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allison.m_2

I've dealt with this before.

Here's where people usually go wrong is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.

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desperate_times_etc_18

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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desperate_times_etc_18

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. But honestly you should verify this with someone who knows your state's laws.

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plea_bargain_bob_2

Look, been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency or whatever, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run haha.

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pm_me_legal_tips_25

Have you tried reaching out to your state's attorney general? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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sarah.g_33

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer fwiw.

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kyle_m_co_30

Have you tried reaching out to your state's attorney general? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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broke_but_hopeful_4

I went through almost teh exact same thing.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

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sustained_overruled_32

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.