A very valid question from a buyer:
And a simple reason for a buyer to work with the listing agent.
In this market - when multiple offers are flying.
And perhaps, the listing agent will help the buyer secure the home.
So here is my response to the buyer (YOU!):
Here are few reasons, with 'YOU' as the buyer:
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A Buyer’s Agent works for YOU while seller’s agent works for the seller.
(This means they may work against you!)
A Buyer’s Agent promises to represent YOU and take good care of YOU. A seller’s Agent promises not to mislead you.
A Buyer’s Agent negotiates the best price and terms for YOU. A Seller’s Agent negotiates the same for the seller.
A Buyer’s Agent owes YOU the fiduciary duties of Obedience, Loyalty, Disclosure, Confidentiality, Accounting and Reasonable care.
A Buyer’s Agent will protect your confidentiality on all matters, including but not limited to finances, motivation, personal circumstances, and feedback. A Seller’s Agent must not disclose to you any information that is not in the best interest of the seller, other than honest, factual disclosure about the property and must disclose to the seller any information about you that is known and can work against you.
A Buyer’s Agent is more motivated to spot problems, to investigate potential issues, to counsel you on the market and the community, to preview properties and to advise on future salability and potential problems.
A Buyer’s Agent is more motivated to counsel inexperienced buyers and to take a more proactive role in the search and closing process.
A Buyer’s Agent will run a market analysis (comps) and advice on a recommended offer. A Seller’s Agent must not recommend any price lower than the asking price or suggest any favorable terms without Seller's permission.
Our ENTIRE OFFICE represents YOU as a client.
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