In this episode of the Get Keen Podcast, host Dan Lee, founder of Plum Property, takes on one of the most controversial topics in real estate, ethics. With public trust in agents at an all‑time low, Dan unpacks why the industry is often viewed as dodgy and highlights the damaging practices of underquoting, dummy bidding, and high‑pressure tactics. He shares practical steps agents can take to protect their license, handle multiple offers fairly, communicate honestly with buyers and sellers, and build a career based on integrity.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:10 - Ethics in Real Estate
00:03:31 - Ivan Bresic's Perspective
00:05:00 - High-Profile Allegations in the Industry
00:08:53 - The Importance of Integrity
00:09:14 - Following the Rules of Fair Trading
00:11:00 - Managing License Expiry
00:12:57 - Handling Multiple Offers
00:15:39 - Avoiding Underquoting
00:20:00 - Ethical Competition Among Agents
00:23:58 - Avoiding Negative Talk About Competitors
00:25:15 - Maintaining Commission Agreements
00:26:08 - Honesty in Pricing
00:28:38 - Respecting Client Communication Preferences
00:29:21 - Over-Promising vs. Under-Delivering
00:30:37 - Professionalism in Conduct