I thought all real estate agents were pretty much the same. Whats the difference between a sellers agent and a buyers agent?
It is important to understand the different types of real estate agents available in New York State before shopping for a home. New York State has a mandatory written Agency Disclosure Law to explain the different types of real estate brokers/agents to consumers of real property. The consumer has the right to choose the type of broker/agent he or she wants to work with. A Seller’s Agent is bound with certain legal (fiduciary) duties to represent, protect, and advocate for the best interests of their Seller Client, which includes helping to sell their home at the highest possible price at the best possible terms. A Buyer’s Agent is bound with certain legal (fiduciary) duties to represent, protect, and advocate for the best interests of their Buyer Client, which includes helping to purchase a home at the lowest possible price at the best possible terms. . Both types of Agents have legal duties to keep their respective Clients’ personal and financial interests confidential from the opposi
