Advice on switching Realtors due to Homes for Hero Program

[Derrek J Hooyman]

I recently found out that there's a Homes for Heros Program that is offered to healthcare workers.  I can get like $1500 to $2000 back from realtors for being a nurse.  However, I signed a buyers agreement.  I was told my realtor who is a family friend is checking to see if he can participate in it.  Let's say his company will not allow him.   What should I do?

I was referred to another realtor who has more experience but don't think she knows all the codes and has owned duplexes.  Do I stay with the family friend who is flipping houses and owns a duplex? I might save over $1500 but my dad is also familar with duplexes and inspecting them. If the family friend comes back and states his company will not allow him, would you choose to do the Homes for Heros (https://www.homesforheroes.com...)with a realtor I was referred to from another nurse who bought a home who likely doesn't have much experience with duplexes (been a realtor for 15+ years though) or stay with the family friend and lose the $1500?  Any advice?