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Podcast: REB Podcast Network
Episode: Navigating the hidden risks of agency agreements with Jared Zak
Description: In this episode, Dott and Crossitt founder Jared Zak joins REB editor Liam Garman to unpack the complexities and common pitfalls of real estate agency agreements. Jared explains why so few vendors seek legal review of agreements, warning that clauses around exclusive agency periods and "effective introduction" can leave sellers exposed to costly disputes and even double commission claims. He highlights how courts have approached these cases, why many vendors still settle out of court, and the potential for damages if misconduct voids an agreement. Jared also outlines why ethical agents should encourage...