Brennan Thurber

Hello! "Dual" agency varies state to state. Realistically, even if your agent writes an offer for a buyer their fiduciary duty is still to you. In no case should they ever be negotiating against you. This is a conversation they would have had with the buyer specifically and the dual agency talk should have happened prior to signing a listing agreement, just to inform you what it is and how it works. I personally am used as a dual agent very frequently because my clients trust me and are comfortable with how the terms of the deal would play out. Each deal is different and it will ultimately boil down to how much negotiating you believe will take place throughout the deal between price and terms. Look at all the options in front of you and see how you feel it will play out; your agent should be able to articulate what the path to closing would look like. Transparency is key with these situations. Hope this helps!

Hello! This is a very normal thing. Every agent has different expertise, experiences, personalities and marketing strategies. In my area, interviews aren't as common, but each agent should look at it as an opportunity to "sell" themselves. As I tell my clients, let me earn your business, not expect it. You will know right away after you have met with the "right" agent. It should never feel awkward!