Is a buyer's agent required in South Carolina?

[Rick D.]

I am attempting to purchase a property in SC.  It's my first foray into that state.  The listing agent is telling me SC law requires me to be represented by a real estate agent and that my offer to purchase must come from my agent and not directly from me.  Does anyone know this to be true?

[Russ Scheider]

Not true.  We make offers directly to listing agents several times per week.