LAFFEY ASSOCIATES

The response that I received from the broker and salesperson was inappropriate.  The management at Laffey refuses to return any of my phone calls. 

I would love to know who brought the other buyer to the table.  If it was them, then by not getting another broker involved they kept
"both sides" of the commission. If this was the case then they were doing everything legally possible to keep both sides whether or not it was moral or ethical. 

I will be filing a complaint with the Long Island Board or Realtors as well as the New York State for their dishonest ways.

 
UPDATE 10/1/2012 - I just got off the phone with Mr. Emmett Laffey.  Now I see where the brokers and salespeople get their work ethics from along with their arrogant attitudes.  He started the call by telling me he is doing me a favor by even taking the call.  He informed that he DID receive my numerous calls and emails in the past and CHOSE not to reply.  He then went on to say that because I was not his customer he and his brokers owe me nothing (not that I asked for anything) and I should call his attorney and he wanted to send me the contact information for his attorney.  When I asked him about the ethical issues with his brokers and salespeople he replied that what they did was not illegal and it was not his job to speak with the brokers and salespeople about their ethics and the way they are doing their jobs.  If I had my name on associated with a company I would want to know if any of my employees were doing things to tarnish my name and reputation (whether or not it was legal).  

Maybe Mr. Laffey needs a refresher course in the Realtors Code of Ethics.


  

I would say to run because they are very unethical and sneaky. They promise you something that isn't available and they lead you to what they want you to do, not what you want or need. It is very emotional.