Today, in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts I represent the seller, not the buyer, in the marketing, negotiating and sale of property, unless otherwise disclosed. However, the Broker or Salesperson has an ethical and legal obligation to show honesty and fairness to the buyer in all transactions". The agent's fiduciary commitment, confidentiality, loyalty, disclosure and accountability will forever belong to the seller. Equally important, an effort to engage the professional services of an experienced, knowledgeable and trustworthy agent should be your main focus! If you're going to enlist the services of a real estate agent, shouldn't they have at least 14 years experience specializing in Downtown Boston's Historic Neighborhoods?

The most significant benefit of REMAX is the lack of Dual Agency Disclosure which is very much an issue you should be aware of in this market. With RE/MAX "each office is independently owned and operated" as franchises throughout Boston's historic neighborhoods affording me the ability to truly represent your best interests in almost all instances. In my humble opinion, Dual Agency is without a doubt an irreconcilable conflict of interest for the vast majority of sellers!

If disclosed as a buyer's agent, the agent's fiduciary commitment, confidentiality, loyalty, disclosure and accountability will forever belong to the buyer. However, the Broker or Salesperson has an ethical and legal obligation to show honesty and fairness to the seller in all transactions. Equally important, an effort to engage the professional services of an experienced, knowledgeable and trustworthy agent should be your main focus. As one of the very few Buyer's Agent since 1995, I think it is also worthy of noting that the vast majority of brokers in Downtown Boston just started practicing Buyer Agency...the same agents that ridiculed Buyer's Agents until the new legislation went into effect July 2005. There are some major changes from the State of Massachusetts in regards to Agency Representation. Please review the new Massachusetts Mandatory Licensee-Consumer Relationship Disclosure  and the Mandatory Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons "Facts for Consumers". If you're going to enlist the services of a buyer's agent, shouldn't they have at least 14 years experience specializing in Downtown Boston's Historic Neighborhoods?

The most significant benefit of REMAX is the lack of Dual Agency Disclosure which is very much an issue you should be aware of in this market. With RE/MAX "each office is independently owned and operated" as franchises throughout Boston's historic neighborhoods affording me the ability to truly represent your best interests in almost all instances. In my humble opinion, Dual Agency is without a doubt an irreconcilable conflict of interest for the vast majority of buyers! However, as I do not agree with "Dual Agency" I can not represent you as a buyer's agent on any property that I personally have listed for sale.

Today, in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts I am licensed to act as a traditional seller's agent and/or a buyer's agent, whichever suits your specific needs at the time. The relationship simply flips on an as needed basis with my guaranteed fiduciary commitment. This affords me the flexibility to offer my "opinion of value", negotiating strategies, recommendations and most importantly "assumed knowledge" and inside information whether selling and/or buying real estate. Under either circumstance, I would be legally bound to represent your best interests at all times. Unfortunately, many consumers who thought they were being represented in their respective transaction were not because many agents have been stepping over the line for years. Whether you are a considering selling your home, purchasing a new home or both, this matter should be fully investigated when interviewing any real estate agency/agent. I have been a member of the National Association of Realtors NAR, The Massachusetts Association of Realtors MAR and The Greater Boston Real Estate Board GBREB since 1995. However, I can not represent you as a buyer's agent on any property listed for sale by my office.

Dual Agency exists when the same agent and/or agency represents both parties to the transaction. However, it is my humble opinion that this is without a doubt an irreconcilable conflict of interest and therefore, I will not be offering "Dual Agency Representation" on any property listed for sale by my office! Honestly, how is anyone to believe that the same agency/agent can represent the seller in an effort to obtain the highest possible selling price, while also representing the buyer in an effort to obtain the same property at the lowest possible price and maintain loyalty and confidences to both the seller and the buyer? One of the main concerns is "assumed knowledge", meaning the law assumes that these agents and/or agencies have knowledge of each and every property listed for sale by that agency...no matter how many offices that particular agency has throughout the state. It is easy to see how problematic this can be. The new legislation requires written notice to both parties to obtain their "Consent To Dual Agency " and therefore I suggest that you Be Aware of Dual Agency Disclosure.

"No one in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX®!" With more than 125,000 Sales Associates in more than 6,500 offices worldwide, RE/MAX is the world's largest Real Estate Company! I have been representing sellers and buyers since 1995 specializing in Downtown Boston's Historic Neighborhoods with the proven experience of closing ±300 properties totaling over a quarter of a billion dollars! Over the past several years more than ±95% of my business has been from existing clients and the referrals of their friends, relatives, neighbors and business associates. This allows me to focus 100% of my energies on your property and not spend my time looking for new business. I am also a Realtor®" and have been a member of The National Association of Realtors NAR, The Massachusetts Association of Realtors MAR and The Greater Boston Real Estate Board GBREB since 1995!

The most significant benefit that I offer as a RE/MAX agent is the lack of Dual Agency Disclosure which is very much an issue you should be aware of in this market. With RE/MAX "each office is independently owned and operated" as franchises throughout Boston's historic neighborhoods affording me the ability to truly represent your best interests in almost all instances. In my humble opinion, Dual Agency is without a doubt an irreconcilable conflict of interest for the vast majority of sellers and buyers!

I am also proud to say that with every property I sell, a donation is made to the Children's Miracle Network and Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation through RE/MAX International. If you are considering selling and/or buying property now or in the future, please feel free to call my cell phone at (617) 283-5044 or email Rich@RichHaen.com to discuss your particular concerns and/or schedule a private consultation. I look forward to the opportunity to earn your trust and your subsequent business.

Children's Miracle Network and RE/MAX are joined by their desire to provide local community hospitals with modern tools and information. Since RE/MAX became the exclusive real estate sponsor of Children's Miracle Network in 1992, RE/MAX Associates have raised nearly $75 million for the cause. Founded in 1983, Children's Miracle Network generates health care funds and awareness programs to benefit children. The nonprofit organization's 170 participating hospitals across North America help 17 million children annually... read more »

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