Potential pre-MLS Deal: Use Their Realtor or Hire My Own?

[Bart White]

I am brand new to RE investing and may have found a pre-MLS deal. Have built up a good rapport with the seller but she has referred me to her agent twice now.

Should I use her agent to represent me (in California so possible both sides of commission for agent),

Or bring in my own Realtor?

The home was formerly the home of a “hoarder” and it is still being cleared out - a few days away from being ready.

Any advice?