Why do some buyers think it’s a good idea to work with more than one buyer agent?

I can understand the logic behind “shopping” buyer agents to find a competent, responsive, experienced agent.

But, playing several agents against each other is a sure way to turn off any experienced agent.

All buyer agents have the same listing inventory to show and every home listed in MLS is available with a mouse click.

Do those buyers think one agent is going to find a property another one won’t find?

I recently caught one of those disloyal buyers in the act while I was helping him get his financing pre-approved.

To my amazement, my lender called and told me they had been asked by another agent to pre-approve my buyer.

When I called to ask the buyer what was going on, he didn’t return my call.

Now he gets to work with the other agent.

My advice?

Pick one competent, responsive buyer agent you like and trust and stick with them.

Confide in them, tell them your wants, needs, likes, and dislikes.

Then, let them do their job for you.

If you really want their best efforts and loyalty, ask them if you can sign a Buyer Representation Agreement.

You’re wasting your time and you won’t get good service from any experienced agent if they know you’re playing the field.

Loyalty matters, especially to those of us who only get paid at closing.