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8.  What is exclusive buyer representation and how did it develop?

In 1983, a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) study revealed that over 72% of all home buyers nationwide mistakenly believed they were being represented by the agent who was showing them homes. As a result, laws requiring agents to disclose exactly who they represent have been passed all over the country. When consumers became aware that most agents worked for the seller, they began demanding their own representation. In response, THE BUYER"S AGENT OF NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE began offering exclusive buyer representation to home buyers.

 

 
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1. Isn't the agent who shows me homes, or any real estate for that matter representing me?

2. My agent agrees she "technically" represents the seller, but says she will be fair and "take care of me". Isn't that all I need?

3. Does THE BUYER'S AGENT have access to all resources like the Multiple Listing Service?

4. How is THE BUYER'S AGENT paid for its services?

5. If THE BUYER'S AGENT OF NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE works on commission, why try to lower the price of a property for me?

6. Some Agents say they can represent both me and the seller. How can this be?

7. Can other real estate companies have agents that represent buyers?

8. What is exclusive buyer representation and how did it develope?

9. Does the legal responsibility that accompanies this type of contractual relationship really matter to me?

10. Exactly how does THE BUYER'S AGENT establish this contractual relationship to represent me?

11. If THE BUYER'S AGENT can save me money on price, why can't traditional agents?

12. How much money can THE BUYER'S AGENT save me?

13. How can I estimate my mortgage?

 
 
 
 
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