WA state Commercial Agency Agreement

[Benjamin Noblitt]

Hey everyone, I spent some time searching but could not find an answer to this. Separate from my investing goals, I am looking to buy a piece of commercial property for a small business that I would be looking to start up. I have spoken to a commercial real estate agent and they are wanting me to sign an agency agreement. They have indicated that an agency agreement is required, but I cannot find any laws requiring it. Here is my question: Is it common for commercial real estate agents to require an agency agreement in Washington state?