@glenndabaker: I’m not a fan of dual agency for one simple reason I don’t know how you get the seller the most money and the buyer the best deal! #GlenndaBaker #RealEstate #AtlantaRealEstate #DearAbbyOfRealEstate #SugarAndSpiceRealEstateAdvice
I respectfully disagree. Our job isn’t just about getting the seller the highest price possible or the buyer the lowest price possible. Our job is to help both parties achieve their goals while protecting their interests throughout the transaction.
The seller wants to sell, the buyer wants to buy. A good agent helps the seller maximize their net proceeds and minimize risk while helping the buyer make an informed decision through inspections, due diligence, and financing strategies.
Real estate isn’t just about winning negotiations. It’s about solving problems, managing risk, and getting both parties successfully to the closing table. An experienced agent can do that while representing both sides if they understand their responsibilities and stay focused on what’s best for each client.
2026-06-20 16:59:15
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Happy day :
Having been a realtor for many years but no longer have license, when I buy a property, I like dual agency! I go to the listing agent.
2026-06-21 13:39:16
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JoAnn Cooper | Mortgage Broker :
I've seen realtors turn the buyer over to a colleague
2026-06-20 03:10:53
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Todd the Broker Guy :
Not true at all
2026-06-19 15:47:25
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phil :
Wrong !! It can be done if all parties agree / you have to be good agent but it can absolutely be done where all parties are completely satisfied ! !!
2026-06-20 22:19:19
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Eric Pedigo, I'm a Realtor :
Real estate transactions are not legal battles. It's not buyer vs seller. All parties are working towards the same end goal. We need to eliminate this way of thinking. Ultimately if a buyer is happy with what they're paying, and a seller is happy with what they're getting, mission accomplished. If not, a judge isn't ordering anyone to sign a purchase agreement. If I'm a listing agent, and one of my buyers wants to make an offer, I'm not really making more money in the long run. If they weren't buying my listing, they are going to buy a different house that I get paid commission on. As long as you're an ethical agent, there's nothing wrong with dual agency.
2026-06-20 15:16:32
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Barb Deggans Tampa Bay Realtor :
You can only represent both sides if you aren’t an “agent” to either side…no fiduciary duty. The amount of buyers who only want to work with the listing agent is growing in my market.
2026-06-19 16:59:56
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Clement Real Estate Group :
I disagree.
2026-06-20 02:34:38
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Benji :
If I move to ATL, you are my agent!
2026-06-22 04:39:18
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Jonathan Carter-Rupell Realtor :
Totally agree. How can you hold fiduciary duty to both sides of the transaction… you can’t.
2026-07-12 03:35:12
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Chris Taylor TRG-SoCal :
I’m a. ADHD-riddled Gemini so dual agency for me is a walk in the park.
2026-06-23 02:32:32
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swlas_real_estate_guy :
your opinion is wrong i do 15 + a year everyone is always happy goals for each side is met no issues you get the most money for the seller and the buyer the best deal by getting the offer accepted by both parties
2026-07-05 14:49:26
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Vikki Gorman | Realtor :
Home builders!!!!
2026-06-19 19:53:00
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adventure4513 :
If we believe in clients choose. Then full disclosure you are doing what is best for the client.
2026-06-23 18:15:23
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Izzybear676767 :
Disagree!!!
2026-07-04 15:52:05
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Jenny Graves🥰 :
In an agent in Virginia and it’s legal but Id never do it! I cannot be fair to both
2026-06-21 04:29:42
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Todd the Broker Guy :
Intermediary is not a bad thing if the Broker goes in with the right mindset, the Buyer and Seller agree on a price that’s the end of it. It’s not rocket science.
2026-06-20 22:31:18
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Melanie-Metro Atlanta Realtor :
Yep
2026-06-23 16:22:11
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28coves :
You cant make both parties happy????
2026-06-20 18:49:07
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Amy Cates :
I am a dual agent at the moment on one of my listings. The buyer specifically wanted to work with the me…the listing agent. And when I listed the home with the seller they were agreeable to a dual agent situation. I have been able to communicate effectively for both parties so that they both achieve their goals. Remaining ethical and professional are key. Sadly, not all agents have this ability.
2026-07-12 22:10:49
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trishatrosclair8 :
I agree!!!!!
2026-06-19 23:40:41
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Matthew Brown | NJ REALTOR® :
I prefer not to do both sides. If we have a listing and someone walks into the open house unrepresented and they’re interested in the home, I call a colleague that I trust to take care of them. I don’t feel that I can give my clients the best representation being on both sides and that’s just how I run my business🤷♂️
2026-06-20 10:23:04
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Abe Froman :
Agents are just conduits of information, if you don’t represent each party honestly, open and fairly, you’re not doing your job.
2026-06-24 13:16:51
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Becky Lueker Pullen :
I disagree. It should save the buyer and seller money. Especially if considering that the listing agent only showed the one house to buyer. That used to be the job of the listing agent.
2026-06-21 01:34:51
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