Hiring an agent

Great question! There are states in the USA that allow for Dual Agency. However, you have to consider that working with your own buyers agent separate from the sellers agent is the best way to avoid conflicts of interest in the real estate transaction. In Colorado, dual agency is not allowed. If this were to occur, the seller's agent would only be able to represent one party as an agent. In the event that the sellers are willing to let you represent the buyer, your agency agreement with the Seller would be forfeited and you would become a Transaction Broker. The best way to describe this relationship is through a sports analogy: an Agent is on your team and can Coach you through the transaction. A Transaction Broker is no longer an agent to either party and becomes the referee for the parties to negotiate with one another.