HELPFUL ITEMS:
Buyers Representation
It is in everyone's best interest to shop for an agent before you shop for a home, and to formalize your relationship with a signed buyer representation agreement. Buyers have nothing to lose, because you can expect a higher level of service, typically for no additional cost.
In return for providing these services and assisting you with various transaction details, buyer's agents expect you to remain loyal to them, making it clear to any other agents that you are already being represented.
Agency relationships are based on mutual consent so if your buyer's representative isn't living up to your expectations you can cancel the agreement.
Most importantly, you should discuss expectations early on. Each buyer's agent has their own style and preferred way of working with clients. And, each agent has their own buyer's representation agreement, outlining their obligations to you and what they expect in return.
Reprinted from 'Today's Buyer's Rep'
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