Working with a agent who represents you has many advantages, as your designated buyer agent I have the duty to represent your best interest during your entire buying process, whereas an agent working for the seller known as listing agent or sub-agent is
obligated by law to work for the seller’s best interest. This applies whether your buying a existing property or new construction.
| Services & Duties provided | Listing agent | Buyer agent |
|---|
| Explain agency options | yes | yes |
| Arrange property showings | yes | yes |
| Assist with financing | yes | yes |
| Provide Accurate information disclosure of material facts | yes | yes |
| Monitor escrow & closing | yes | yes |
| Give counsel in property search | no | yes |
| Keep all your bargaining & financial info. confidential | no | yes |
| Promote & protect your best interest | no | yes |
| Negotiate the best price & terms for you | no | yes |
| Discuss property resale pros & cons | no | yes |
| Pass on info that may enhance your bargaining position over seller | no | yes |
| Assist in writing the offer with your best interest | no | yes |
| Inspection options | no | yes |
| Negotiate inspection issues on your behalf | no | yes |
| Assist with purchase of all homes for sale including sellers not represented by a real estate broker | no | yes |
| Market analysis of recent sales | no | yes |
