real estate agent dual agency conflict — what are my options?

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Started by nate_k_16 · Jun 10, 2025 · 849 views · 7 replies
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nate_k_16 OP

Quick background on my situation — any input appreciated.

real estate agent dual agency conflict. I've been dealing with this for about 10 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been renting for 7 years. My monthly rent is $4,445. We are on a month-to-month now.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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practical_advice_17

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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quinn_t_5

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

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justmyopinion_5

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I eventually got results by escalating/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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yusuf_a_10

PSA for renters: photograph EVERYTHING when you move in AND out. Time-stamped photos are your best evidence in any deposit dispute. I take a video walkthrough and email it to myself for the timestamp.

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help_client_18

Document everything. I can't stress this enough.

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looking_client_83

Following - similar situation with my landlord.

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another_user_63

Just went through this. Happy to answer questions via DM.