Consumer Guide: Negotiating Written Buyer Agreements

You’ve decided it’s time to buy a home and want to work with an agent to guide you through the process. The next step is to interview agents and negotiate a written agreement that includes the services the agent will provide and the compensation they will receive. Here’s what you need to know about negotiating an agreement with an agent who is a REALTOR®:

All guides in the Consumer Guide series are available in both English and Spanish, can be downloaded from facts.realtor.

We are sharing these resources with you to help ensure you’re equipped with the knowledge you need to navigate your homebuying or selling journey.