I agree with what Patricia said. However, I would add, if you would like buyers respresentation, you can ask the agent who showed you a property (sellers agent) to refer you to a realtor to represent you and the agent representing you could pay the sellers agent a referral fee. I am not an agent in NY, so you should verify that information is correct in your state.

In keeping with Patricia's comments, agents have an obligation to perform in good faith and fair dealing. However, based upon the facts you have given I recommend that you find yourself another agent - one that is committed to act SOLELY as your buyer's agent.

Most real estate salespeople have good intentions but many are very confused as to whom they should be representing.

Good luck!

If you would like for your agent to become your buyer agent just as; keep in mind that no matter what capacity he/she must be honest, fair and act in good faith.

Anna
917-576-5376
abrocco@laffey.com

Hi,

The agent does not automatically become a "buyers agent". If she showed you properties as a sellers/brokers agent then she is representing the seller, regardless if it is her listing or not. However, that being said she still has a responsibility to you as a "customer" and it does not prevent her from offering advice on market conditions, general guidance and "hand holding". You can ask an agent to represent you as a buyers agent, but this must be done prior to seeing the properties. Hope this helps. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions or if I can be of assistance. Best of luck with your offer.

Sincerely,

Patricia Dalmazio
Prudential Douglas Elliman
Associate Broker
516 244-5314
homesales4u@hotmail.com

Until you submit an offer through this agent, you are in now way bound to her. You can 1) find an agent to work as a buyer's agent for you or 2) if you had enough confidence in this person to be aggressive in your best interest, you could ask her to work as YOUR agent, not the seller's.

The choice is YOURS. You can make this choice up until you sign an offer agreement. Do NOT feel embarrassed or badly about it. This is about you, not about the agent. This is your purchase, where you will live and it's your money and deal. You should be represented in the best manner possible.

Feel free to call or email if I can offer any further information or be of any further assistance to you Gail@GailGladstone.com 631-425-6150.