A free brochure published by the CFA and the American Association of Retired Persons advises consumers how to handle the representation issue, among o

It is important for you as a home buyer or home seller to know who, if anyone, is legally representing you. When an agent or broker is representing you, they by law owe you “loyalty, obedience, care, accounting, disclosure, and confidentiality. Once you have selected an agent, make certain that there is a written agreement that spells out everything that he/she has promised. The more knowledgeable you are, the better value you will receive from an agent. Being knowledgeable can save you money on the price of a home and can make the home buying or home selling process more pleasant.

A free brochure published by the CFA and the American Association of Retired Persons advises consumers how to handle the representation issue, among others, in the home buying and selling process. For a copy of ''What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know About Real Estate Agents,'' Click HERE

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