Agen Representing the buyer and seller

[William R.]

Can a real estate agent represent the buyer and seller? I didn't see any previous discussions on this topic. Would they be willing to accept a slightly reduced commission for working both sides of the transaction?  I am interested in this from a buyers perspective and I understand that this would put more of the due diligence on me and I would want my inspector etc.  Has anyone done this? Thanks for any input!