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POPS RV (broker) - Feedback?

a64armt
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We are on the hunt for a used 5er’ and have found at least one through POP’s RV, a nationwide broker. When I inquired about a unit, I get their broker as a mediator. After some questions, I made a verbal offer to see if the seller and I were in the same ball park. The broker requires a formal offer.

Has anyone user POP’s and should I be overly cautious with their forms and methods? Should I run and just find a private seller or retail location?


Thanks,
OJ
Vincent
Orlando, FL
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CFerguson
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bid_time wrote:
Give him your phone number and the price your willing to pay (out the door) and tell him to call you back when the seller will accept your offer - then you will submit the required paperwork, down payment, etc. As long as you are holding the bag with "all" the money in it, you have all the power. Everyone else wants your money bag - don't give it to them until you get the assurance you need.
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If they sniff a sale, you WILL hear from them. If you don't hear back, then you have the answer you are looking for.

Ron3rd
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a64armt wrote:
dodge guy wrote:
In my opinion people are wasting there time and money with Pops's RVs. When I was looking all of the units I would've been interested in were over priced by a lot. And as you are finding out getting a straight answer is difficult if not impossible! I'm sure they are legit, but they make the buying process and getting info difficult.


That has been my initial impression as well, even after 1 unit. Their offer is 3 pages and, there is a buyers fee of $389. I was just looking for a verbal on how far apart we were on price, which would ensure I don’t waste their time (or mine).

I am hesitant to sign any contract, I may just walk away from this one.

Thanks
OJ


I see nothing wrong with requiring a written offer to make sure you're a serious buyer. The $389 fee is a deal breaker for me though because they're making their money off the seller. But it's their business so their rules. I agree with the others; I'd walk.
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a64armt
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Ron3rd wrote:
Jebby14 wrote:
^ NO ITS NOT

a consignment sale charges the seller a commission off the sale not the buyer.........


Correct in most cases if seen. Though not set in stone, many take 10% of the top of the sale from the SELLER. Percentages will vary.

The buyer is not normally charged anything other than any mandatory state fees, etc.


This is what really surprised me. I expected the broker to take a fee or percentage off the seller, but to require fees from the buyer.... immediate turn off and red flags.
Vincent
Orlando, FL
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Ron3rd
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Jebby14 wrote:
^ NO ITS NOT

a consignment sale charges the seller a commission off the sale not the buyer.........


Correct in most cases if seen. Though not set in stone, many take 10% of the top of the sale from the SELLER. Percentages will vary.

The buyer is not normally charged anything other than any mandatory state fees, etc.
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Jebby14
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^ NO ITS NOT

a consignment sale charges the seller a commission off the sale not the buyer.........
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Grit_dog
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Jebby14 wrote:
so I have to pay you to buy from you. screw that. run don't walk


That’s pretty much how a broker works. They’re not charity organizations.
Not saying I’d use one, but if you want the (RV, vehicle, etc) they they have been tasked with selling by the owner of the object then you gotta pay to play.
Maybe they should “market” themselves different net and “hide” their fees to make some fell better?
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Ron3rd
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Check out pplmotorhomes in Texas. They sell trailers, motohomes etc on consignment and have a good reputation
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bid_time
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Give him your phone number and the price your willing to pay (out the door) and tell him to call you back when the seller will accept your offer - then you will submit the required paperwork, down payment, etc. As long as you are holding the bag with "all" the money in it, you have all the power. Everyone else wants your money bag - don't give it to them until you get the assurance you need.

dodge_guy
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a64armt wrote:
dodge guy wrote:
In my opinion people are wasting there time and money with Pops's RVs. When I was looking all of the units I would've been interested in were over priced by a lot. And as you are finding out getting a straight answer is difficult if not impossible! I'm sure they are legit, but they make the buying process and getting info difficult.


That has been my initial impression as well, even after 1 unit. Their offer is 3 pages and, there is a buyers fee of $389. I was just looking for a verbal on how far apart we were on price, which would ensure I don’t waste their time (or mine).

I am hesitant to sign any contract, I may just walk away from this one.

Thanks
OJ


Ya, I have never looked that far into it. But if they are expecting me to pay them for me to buy someone’s RV then there is no deal!

I hope people that search for Pop’s RV come across this post in their searches and realize what a waste of time and money it is for them.
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Jebby14
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so I have to pay you to buy from you. screw that. run don't walk
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a64armt
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dodge guy wrote:
In my opinion people are wasting there time and money with Pops's RVs. When I was looking all of the units I would've been interested in were over priced by a lot. And as you are finding out getting a straight answer is difficult if not impossible! I'm sure they are legit, but they make the buying process and getting info difficult.


That has been my initial impression as well, even after 1 unit. Their offer is 3 pages and, there is a buyers fee of $389. I was just looking for a verbal on how far apart we were on price, which would ensure I don’t waste their time (or mine).

I am hesitant to sign any contract, I may just walk away from this one.

Thanks
OJ
Vincent
Orlando, FL
2008 Ford F250 CC KR 6.4 Diesel - Air Lift 5000 Ultimate w/wireless air, Bilstein 4600 HD’s, Hellwig BigWig Sway bars, Pullrite Super Rails, Hensley BD3
2014 Lifestyle RV LS36FW

dodge_guy
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In my opinion people are wasting there time and money with Pops's RVs. When I was looking all of the units I would've been interested in were over priced by a lot. And as you are finding out getting a straight answer is difficult if not impossible! I'm sure they are legit, but they make the buying process and getting info difficult.
Wife Kim
Son Brandon 17yrs
Daughter Marissa 16yrs
Dog Bailey

12 Forest River Georgetown 350TS Hellwig sway bars, BlueOx TrueCenter stabilizer

13 Ford Explorer Roadmaster Stowmaster 5000, VIP Tow>
A bad day camping is
better than a good day at work!