Linda,

It is a very interesting question. If you are shopping to find a realtor to represent you, that is fine. If you are doing it because each realtor is showing you their own listing that can be a detriment because you must remember that the agent in that instance is really the agent of the seller. Some agents work within a small geographic area while others cover much larger areas. If you are working with multiple agents you may not get their undivided attention as you would with a true buyer agent.

Just as the seller receives the fiduciary duties and other responsiblities from the Seller's agent, I always suggest to buyers that they should get the same fiduciary duties and more from their buyer agent.

Just like shopping for a car, clothes or other important personal items, interview and shop around for a realtor who fits your criteria and needs. This is high value purchase and you should have very good representation protecting your interests not only finding you a home but in negotiating the transaction and verifying all the information pertinent to the property.

Good Luck.

Steve Geiger
Associate Broker
Houlihan Lawrence, Inc
914-263-5275
sgeiger@houlihanlawrence.com
www/houlihanlawrence.com/stevengeiger