Agents Exclusivity Agreement

[Cameron Leckliter]

I recently had an agent that I know over to talk about investment properties ect. I was really just looking to see what all he knew investment wise and if he'd be an agent I'd want to use if he knew his stuff.

Well he's wanting me to sign an agent exclusivity agreement.
Is this typical or even a good idea? 

I was more under the impression I'd want to not be tied to any individual agent so I can try to leverage the selling agent (so the selling agent would get dual commession). Also not sure what impact this would have to any off market deals.

Any thoughts?

[Caleb Brown]

As an agent my broker requires this agreement. I only need it signed when we offer and I do it per property so you aren't tied to me. I gladly share knowledge and thoughts before needing it signed.