What A Realtor WILL NOT Tell You When Buying A Home

In this episode, Jennifer talks about three surprising things real estate agents legally cannot tell you, but which are crucial for your home-buying decision. She opens with a shocking scenario: an agent knowing a registered pedophile lives next door to your potential new home, and in some states, they're prohibited from disclosing it. Jennifer explains that existing rules against steering prevent agents from classifying "good" or "bad" neighborhoods, or even providing detailed crime statistics and school grades. Even with new regulations arriving in 2026, agents will likely still defer to buyers due to liability. Jennifer shares personal stories about using Megan's Law to vet neighborhoods for her son and highlights how individual comfort levels with crime vary. She strongly advises buyers to actively research these topics themselves using specific websites for crime rates, school performance, and sex offender registries. This empowers buyers to make informed decisions about their ideal living environment.