What happens when a home is ready to sell… but the ex refuses to leave — and demands a cut of the profits?

In this week’s What Would You Do? – Real Estate Edition, Andres and Heather break down a messy (but very real) scenario:

A seller lists their home.
Their ex still lives there.
They’re not on title.
They’re not married.
But they believe they’re entitled to part of the sale — and threaten to trash the house if they don’t get it.

Now what?

We unpack:

• ⚖️ Legal vs emotional entitlement

• How this impacts buyers, sellers, and agents

• When to call an attorney

• Why agents sometimes have to play therapist

• The hard conversations that should happen BEFORE listing

If you’re a real estate agent, buyer, seller, or just someone navigating modern relationships and property ownership — this episode is for you.

This isn’t highlight-reel real estate.
This is real mistakes, real money, real consequences.

The question is: What would YOU do?

Join the conversation and weigh in.

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Welcome back to Real Talk with Andres & Heather, where we unpack the moments nobody trains for—but every professional eventually faces.

In this “What Would You Do?” Real Estate Edition, Andres and Heather put you in the hot seat with a scenario that’s happening every day across the country:

You’ve worked with a first-time homebuyer for months.
You’ve shown homes, written offers, navigated inspections, and finally secured the win.
Then—two days before closing—your client asks you to step aside so their newly licensed cousin can take over and “keep the commission in the family.”

So… what would you do?

Fight for your commission?
Walk away to protect your peace?
Lean on the contract—or lean on your values?

This episode dives deep into:

• Real estate ethics and professional boundaries

• Buyer representation agreements and protection periods

• Legal, emotional, and reputational risks agents face

• How communication (or lack of it) can derail a deal

• Why leadership shows up most in uncomfortable moments

There’s no right or wrong answer—only your answer, and what it says about the professional you want to be known as.

Join the conversation in the comments and tell us: What would YOU do?

Want a seat at the table? Join the conversation. Speak your truth. This is Real Talk.

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