If you're working with an agent that doesn't require some sort of Buyer's Broker agreement, you're probably working with a part-timer or someone who doesn't value their time.My Investor / Flipper agreement only applies to properties I introduce, but also commits the flipper to remarket the property through me when the project is complete.My time is too valuable to waste with people who have zero commitment.As to dealing with the listing broker, it is CRITICAL to remember that a seller's agent is legally and ethically required to get the best possible deal for the seller.  

I agree a lot wholesalers are not ethical in there numbers.

However I decide to get started in this I do know I want to do it right and to do it ethically.

Gives you good discipline and a work ethic also.and you might not have the 10 pounds, most Office in the Home people, seem to gain.

It is also probably the more ethical approach.

You weren't screwed over, but you did just get a very good lesson in negotiations.There's nothing here that's illegal or against the Code of Ethics, as you presented them.

So I am in a situation currently where I put a "strong" offer on a duplex that previously had an offer on it.

I heard back from my buyers agent that the other offer was comparable and they are NOT giving me the abili...

I am seeking to do business with an experienced, ethical operator with a solid track record.I will be in LV next Thursday & Friday to meet with candidates.

I am operating my business legally and ethically.

Currently I am doing Business Analysis.Personally, I am interested in (ethical) wholesaling and generating cash flow via buy and hold strategies.