Realtors provide great support legal and procedural support during home buying. As Fiduciaries they are bound to provide you with best possible benefit.
According to LINK, there are approximately 5,000 new realtors each year in Texas. 180 hrs of course and certificate is All that is needed to become a certified realtor. Many with limited knowledge how to operate an entire business.
Gaining a Commission from Home Sales becomes a huge incentive to Up-Sell, and motivates Realtors to close on sells. This creates a struggle between their Fiduciary Mandates and Their Financial Gains.