Working with more than one realtor at a time. Ok or not ok?

[Suzane Ivas]

Oftentimes realtors will ask if I am already working with another agent.   Does this mean they won't work with me if I am?   I find working with one realtor very restrictive and slow.   Working with multiple realtors means I get different perspectives,  more access to more properties and I don't get stuck working with someone who is not adding any value.   Outside of the US this is normal practise but I feel this is not in the US.  Any thoughts? 

Regards

Suzy

[Ti Jackson]

Hi Suzane, Russell in 1000% right. Additionally, can you go into depth when you state that working with multiple realtors will provide you more access to more properties? Just curious as to all agents view all properties the same way. For an example if a client is looking to buy a 3bd 2.5bath under 275,000 etc once searched in the MLS you will receive the same feedback from each agent regarding their findings due to them all looking at the same information (hopefully that makes since). Here in MD all agents view properties through the MLS using MRIS yet, this may be different in florida. Also, an agent will ask you if you are already working with another agent due to the fact that if you are and if you have signed an agency agreement, the agent asking that question can not come between that agreement between you and your current broker due to the current contract. Lastly, if you do sign an agency agreement, and you feel as you are not gaining anything from the current agent, I would first recommend talking to the agent and or broker first. If no changes then you are able to terminate the contract due to the agent not doing their fiduciary duties but, I would review the terms of the contract before considering termination.