Working with realtors

[Rachael Britton]

Ok, so I find this potential property, ran my comps and is ready to make an offer and is at a pause.  Why because I the investor found this property without a realtor.  Now I do not have any contract with any realtor either soo why can't I click the link for the listing agent of the property and talk to them directly? Why do I need to pay a realtor to talk on my behalf in a deal.  Another question, why does every agent try to get me to sign a one year contract when I ask to place an offer for me.  Need much appreciated advice.  Thanks in advance.  

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