Frequently Asked Questions

Exclusive buyer agency is relatively new in California real estate. Perhaps because California has often been on the leading edge of consumer protection in real estate, we have been slow to respond to the demand for exclusive buyer agency.  Here are some frequently asked questions about exclusive buyer agency.

Q: [What's wrong with dual agency?]
A: [It's just not practical for one person to represent two parties with widely different goals.  The seller wants the highest price and best terms for the seller while the buyer wants the lowest price and best terms for the buyer. ]

Q: [Who pays an exclusive buyer agent?]
A: [Commissions are always negotiable.  It is quite common that the buyer's exclusive buyer agent is paid in escrow just like any traditional agent. ]