Bob,if you wanted to beat the realtor,
"Thinking," your going to get a better price w/listing agent then you you should of do so prior,Something isnt right,for you to be speaking with listing agent.If you feel strongly about something involved in your dealings,you should call the RI board of REALTORS,and sort it out.Press ON

TJ

Robert:

Unfortunately, the first agent you initiated the offer with was the procuring cause for the offer. Therefore, there is a commission due should the transaction follow through. You are opening yourself up to liability. I would express your disappointment with your current agent and ask his/her broker to step in if you feel they are not representing you well. You are better served with your own representation versus a dual agent. If you use the listing agent, he/she must remain impartial to both parties and cannot advise on repairs, price to offer, etc.