Jon
If you are thinking, as a buyer, about working with an agent that exclusively works with only buyers, that may be a good choice. In reality a qualified who can and will work well with you to achieve your objectives should be your goal.
Its' not about what people say they can do, its' about ehat skil and caring they actual posess and demonstrate in doing it. Finding that person in any profession is the key, and not always an easy task.
If you are knowledgeable in all aspects of real estat transactions, then perhaps you are capable of interviewing and interpreting the potential Realtors skill set as regards real estate particularly.
If not then I would suggest you choose a representative on first your intuition on your abilty to trust and work with the Realtor, and secondly on their experience in Real Estate and business matters.
I hope this helps.. - Wed Sep 16 2009, 13:17