Seller's Agent vs. Buyer's Agent: Who works for Whom?

Seller’s Agent

  • Agent’s duty is to get the price and sales terms sought by the seller.
  • Agent must disclose material facts.
  • Agent cannot disclose personal information about the sellers without permission.

Buyer’s Agent

  • Agent’s duty is to get the best possible price and terms for the buyer.
  • Agent must disclose all material facts about property (bad roof, plumbing problems, etc.)
  • Agent should disclose personal facts that indicate sellers will accept a reduced price (divorce, foreclosure, etc.)