Aaron Beckett
25 Aug 2026
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Small agency, nice office, seemed legitimate until the money came up. They say it covers photos and listing fees.
Is this ever normal?
Agents & Managers
Offered representation by someone who wants 500 up front for "marketing materials"
2 replies
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Robert Nakashima
25 Aug 2026
No. Walk away. Representation makes money when you make money, and that is the entire relationship.
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Curtis Mbadiwe
27 Aug 2026
It is not just a bad deal, in a lot of places it is illegal. Talent agencies are regulated and charging registration or marketing fees up front is exactly what the rules exist to stop.
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