Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Should I Use a Buyer's Agent?

This question brings up a very sticky issue.  Should you use your own Agent when making an offer on a property or should you just go directly to the Listing Agent?

When wanting to present an offer on a home, there is one constant, there will be a Listing Agent ready to receive it.  But as a Listing Agent, his/her first allegiance is to the Seller and it is in his/her power to do everything which is in the their client's best interest.  Agents walk a thin line when trying to represent the Buyer and Seller (Dual Agency), in a Real Estate transaction.

Some Buyers believe they will get a better deal or have a better chance when using the Listing Agent to present their offer to the Seller.  This is not necessarily so, and may put the Buyer at risk to an Agent bent on collecting a Double Sided Commission and not doing what's best for ALL parties involved.

As a Buyer, do your homework and make the best choice you can, for there is no right or wrong answer to this Age-Old question.

As always, we know you have a choice when it comes to Broker representation, but we hope you choose Aaron Roberts and Associates for your next Real Estate Sale or Purchase.


Aaron L. Roberts
CA Dept. of Real Estate-Broker Lic. #01172649

 
9107 Wilshire Blvd., Ste 450
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
877-536-1700 Office
323-216-0165 Cell
310-933-4147 Fax

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