SarahGray Lamm

Here Here! Couldn't have said it better! All criticism and no workable ideas...reminds me of too many other areas of recent American culture. As we tackle these uncertain times in our economy I'm finding fewer, actually no, consumers complaining about how I earn my fee. They want my expertise and advice and are willing to pay for it. I OWE it to them to be educated, current and articulate about how they can accomplish their goals AND I can explain how I get paid without feeling guilty...I do it the old fashioned way...I earn it! SarahGray Lamm REALTOR/Broker Allen Tate Realtors Chapel Hill, NC

Education is the key to clearing out the ranks of the "treasure seekers". The days of getting a license so you could sell one house a year began to go by the wayside as the requirements for maintaining the license have increased. When NC made CE mandatory and then required brokers licenses for all and 2 years as a provisional broker under an experienced broker before you could hang out your shingle, it slowly began to change. Educated consumers also help the cause. The internet has made it easier to evaluate results and practitioners and choose success over learning the lesson the hard way. The downturn in the economy will allow the cream to rise to the top. Nothing wrong with paying percentage based commissions to people who can prove their worth. Keep your salary idea...it's like cold water on the spirit of a creative and talented entrepreneur!