John by all means when you hire a Realtor as a buyer broker they can assist you no matter who the listing agent is. Your buyer agent works on your behalf and will look out for your best interests. Good luck in your search.

Hi John,

You have asked other questions that I have answered. And my answer to this question, "I have seen two properties (both are uninhabited now) that I really like, but are being handled by other RE companies. What do you do if you're dealing with an agent, but like a property that another agency is trying to sell? Can your agent make the inquiries and take over the management of that sale?"

By all means, your agent can and should help you through the transaction. The basis of Multiple Listing is co-operation between Realtors. I am a huge proponent of you finding a Realtor that you like, and engage him or her to represent you. It's FREE and that agent can manage the transaction and negotiate on your behalf.

Good Luck,

Dane Hahn
NH Broker
603-566-5460

John,
There is nothing to stop you from asking your agent to show you any and all home that are to your liking and are for sale. It is perfectly acceptable and normal for the buyer to have a buyer's agent and the seller to have a listing agent. In some cases, where a buyer calls the listing agent directly, that agent then becomes a transaction agent and then represents both parties. By all means, avoid having more than one agent show you the same homes, because in case of a sale, there would be a legal issue over who was the procurring cause (in other words, who is given credit for the sale).

Hello ,
The listing agent is just that, the listing agent. If you have a realtor you are working with, that agent should be able to get the information you need. If an agent has been recommended to you, make an appointment to meet them. If you are comfortable with him/her (them) sign a buyers agency agreement with them. (Don't be afraid to interview other agents before signing).Let that agent work for you, after all he/she is a professional trained to help you find the home that fits your needs, handle the offer, including doing a market analysis to be sure the home is priced correctly, negociation, to be sure you are getting the best deal possible, counter offer, if the seller disagrees,follow up, keeping you informed through out the process and closing, to be at the table with you to monitor and answer any questions that might arise. Let the agent do the work. your agent will keep you informed through the process including what to expect and approximatly how long each step would normally take. You need someone on your team. Normally the seller pays the commission, including the buyers agent. You never have to use the listing agent but you can. you will not get the same service you would by having your own agent, but you should still be treated fairly. good luck.

John,

There are two aspects of a real estate transaction. The listing side and the buyer side. The listing agent, buyer's agent or other independent agents may all show the property.

Property listings are under the control and supervision of the listing agent's broker.