THE HALACHOS OF BROKERAGE PART I
The Broker/Client Relationship
By Rav Aryeh Finkel
Weekly Overview
Video recap of this week’s topic given by Rav Aryeh Finkel
Is a Discount on a Sale Considered Part of the Purchase Price Vis-a-vis a Broker’s Commission?
Question: Generally, brokers get a commission based on the closing price. For example, if someone sells a property for $1…
If a Deal Falls Through After a Broker is Paid Part of His Commission, Must he Return That Money?
Rabbi Aryeh Finkel Case: I hired a broker to find me a deal and indeed, he did find me a…
Does a Business Have to Pay Commission For an Advertisement That They Never Asked For?
Rabbi Aryeh Finkel Question: Reuven usually places seasonal advertisements for his business in a local magazine. One year, he chose…
If an Agent on a Sale Arranges For the Seller to Rent From the Buyer, is He Owed a Commission?
Rabbi Aryeh Finkel Question: Reuven contracts a real estate broker to find him an investment property to purchase. His plan…