The short answer: you don’t have to, but it’s smart to have one. The friendly sales consultant at the model home works for the builder, not for you. Having your own REALTOR® means someone is looking out for your interests from your first visit to your one-year warranty walk-through, and in most cases the builder pays your agent’s compensation. I get this question all the time, so let’s break it down.
Who does the builder’s sales consultant work for?
The builder. They...
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