Most real estate people are just focused on selling real estate. A few real estate companies focus on the needs of buyers. These are called exclusive buyers brokerages. The important things to look for when you consider real estate agents to help you buy a home: 1. Property evaluation skills 2. Negotiation ability. 3. Loyalty to you and confidentiality of your needs. (A real estate agent in a regular real estate company will usually have mixed loyalty.) 4. Proof of savings. 5. Mortgage shopping and mortgage negotiation skills.
