Any broker can show you property, write up an offer, and go to the closing. But not every broker can do it so that everything works to your advantage. The chart below points out the differences. You’ll see that only a buyer agent representing you can promise to perform so you’ll have that edge you’ll need to come out on top.

We know what to watch out for, and we’ll be sure that you do, too. In today’s market, you’ll need every advantage you can get. We’ll see that you do.

 

Exclusive
Buyer’s
Agent

Seller’s
Agent
Trans-
Action
Broker
Recommends a lender
x
x
x
Searches MLS for properties to show
x
x
x
Shows properties
x
x
x
Analyzes comparable sales data for the Buyer to determine the best price to offer
x
-
-
Writes offers
x
x
x
Writes offers structured to promote the Buyer’s interests
x
-
-
Keeps the Buyer’s information confidential, must use care and must act in the Buyer’s behalf
x
-
-
Explains the paperwork
x
x
x
Accounts for all money received
x
x
x
Negotiates for a price and terms favorable to the Buyer
x
-
-
Discovers and discloses everything he can reasonably find out about the Seller or the property that would elevate the Buyer’s position
x
-
-
Owes complete fiduciary duty and loyalty only to the Buyer
x
-
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Must be obedient to the Buyer’s legal instructions
x
-
-
Can be held accountable to the Buyer for his actions
x
-
-
Does everything possible to see that all of the Buyer’s service providers (lender, inspectors, etc.) keep the Buyer’s information confidential
x
-
-
Assists the Buyer in complying with the terms of the Contract
x
x

x
Negotiates for the Buyer for the best resolution for inspection repairs
x
-
-
Scrutinizes the title work to require the deletion of or endorsements over title conditions adverse to the Buyer
x
-
-
Coordinates and attends the Closing
x
x
x
Protects the Buyer’s Client Status and Sensitive Information Even After Closing
x
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