From: Ian Parham
Good Afternoon Forumites!
Having just done a search for previous forum discussion on Agents, Commission, Bypassing Agents etc....I am seeking further information pertaining to:-
How long can an agent reasonably claim rights to any commission on a private sale after the period of Agency Authority has expired? (South Australia)
That is, if an arrangement has been made with a vendor about a possible private sale after the expiration of the Agency Authority...when would the agent no longer be able to pursue the individuals for commission?
Background info: awareness of property being on market comes about through word of mouth from friends...haven't actually been made aware of property being listed with an agent at the time. No agent's signage on property....contact vendor for a chat, all very innocent ;>)
Vendor later indicates property is listed with an agent but Agency Authority is due to expire soon, and indicates interest in private arrangement after that point.
I have heard periods varying from 30 days to 120 days after expiration as being applicable????
Thanks in advance for all input!
Cheers Ian
Good Afternoon Forumites!
Having just done a search for previous forum discussion on Agents, Commission, Bypassing Agents etc....I am seeking further information pertaining to:-
How long can an agent reasonably claim rights to any commission on a private sale after the period of Agency Authority has expired? (South Australia)
That is, if an arrangement has been made with a vendor about a possible private sale after the expiration of the Agency Authority...when would the agent no longer be able to pursue the individuals for commission?
Background info: awareness of property being on market comes about through word of mouth from friends...haven't actually been made aware of property being listed with an agent at the time. No agent's signage on property....contact vendor for a chat, all very innocent ;>)
Vendor later indicates property is listed with an agent but Agency Authority is due to expire soon, and indicates interest in private arrangement after that point.
I have heard periods varying from 30 days to 120 days after expiration as being applicable????
Thanks in advance for all input!
Cheers Ian
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