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A Message from Neil Jenman

Real Estate MistakesYour home is probably your greatest financial asset. When you sell, you must be very careful. In just a few minutes, a simple mistake can cost you tens of thousands of dollars. The equivalent of years of your savings can be gone in an instant.

You must be very careful, especially with what you sign. My advice is simple - DON'T SIGN ANYTHING! - until you know you are safe.

All licensed estate agents will ask you to sign an agreement before you sell your property. But remember that you are being asked to sign their agreement. Although the law requires agency agreements to be in writing, and that certain words must be in the agreement, many sellers bitterly regret signing the agreement given to them by the agent. The solution is simple: If they want you to sign their legal agreement, you must demand that they sign your legally binding Guarantee first.

Just say to the agent,

"I will not sign with you until you sign with me."

This Consumer Protection Guarantee has been designed following consultation with a legal team and advocates who are committed to consumer protection in real estate. Until improved consumer protection legislation comes into effect, you are welcome to use this Jenman APPROVED Consumer Protection Guarantee without cost or obligation to The Jenman Group.

Be warned - DON'T SIGN ANYTHING unless the agent signs with you first.

And, make sure, once the agent signs this Guarantee, that you keep the signed copy.

Best wishes for a safe and successful sale.


Neil Jenman
Author of Real Estate Mistakes -
How to Avoid Them, How to Save Your to top of pageMoney

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