What to Expect From a Buyer’s Agent

When you are selling your home, it helps to understand that most buyers work with a real estate agent. These professionals represent the buyer’s interests and help them with everything from showings to negotiations and closing.

As a seller, knowing what a buyer’s agent does and how to work effectively with them can make your selling experience much easier. Here is what you can expect when working with a buyer’s agent.

1. Their Role Is to Represent the Buyer

A buyer’s agent’s main responsibility is to protect their client’s best interests. They help buyers find homes that fit their needs, analyze pricing, write offers, and guide them through inspections, appraisals, and closing.

That means they may ask detailed questions about your home, request documentation, or negotiate strongly on their client’s behalf. It is important not to take these things personally. They are simply doing their job.

When you stay calm and professional, you help create a smoother and more respectful process for everyone involved.

2. They Will Communicate Offers and Requests

When a buyer is interested in your home, their agent will handle most of the communication. You will likely receive offers, questions, and updates through them.

This includes things like:

Presenting the buyer’s offer and any counteroffers
Asking questions about the home or disclosures
Coordinating inspections, appraisals, and repairs
Relaying timelines and status updates

Even if you are selling on your own, you can still work directly with the buyer’s agent in a cooperative and professional way.

If you are using List With Freedom, our support team can help you review and organize your offers so that everything stays on track and handled correctly.

3. They Earn a Commission for Bringing the Buyer

In most real estate transactions, the buyer’s agent earns a commission that comes from the seller’s proceeds at closing. The percentage is typically set when you list your home and include the buyer’s agent compensation in the MLS.

Many sellers using List With Freedom choose to offer a smaller buyer’s agent commission to make their listing competitive while still saving thousands compared to traditional real estate fees.

If you are unsure how much to offer, our team can guide you based on your market, location, and price range.

4. They May Negotiate for Repairs or Credits

After the inspection, it is common for buyer’s agents to request repairs or price adjustments based on the results. This is part of the negotiation process and is usually resolved through open and honest communication.

You can agree to make the repairs, offer a credit, or decline the request if it does not make sense for you. The key is to review each request carefully and make choices that protect your best interests while keeping the deal moving forward.

If you would like to understand more about this part of the process, read our blog Why the Buyer’s Inspection Matters in a FSBO Sale for helpful insights.

5. They Help Keep the Sale on Schedule

A good buyer’s agent will make sure important deadlines are met and that documents are handled correctly so the transaction stays on schedule. They often work closely with the buyer’s lender, title company, and inspector to coordinate each step of the process.

As a seller, it helps to stay responsive and organized. Review updates promptly, sign paperwork as soon as possible, and keep communication clear in case any questions come up.

Working Together Toward a Smooth Sale

Working with a buyer’s agent does not have to be stressful. When you understand their role and maintain open communication, the process becomes much simpler and more professional.

Remember that both sides share the same goal: to complete the sale successfully.

At List With Freedom, we help sellers navigate every step of the process with confidence. From listing your home and reviewing offers to handling documents and closing, our tools and support team make selling simpler so you can focus on what matters most — a successful sale and a smooth transition to your next home.