ethical in real estate? I didn't have any real estate agent and wanted to purchase a house. The seller's RE actually said this is OK and will be fair to me.

While it is legal in most states, the agent is really working for the seller's best interests. To be fair, you should always have your own realtor represent YOU.

it is ethical, but any information that you have divulge to the agent can be given back to the seller.the seller's agent CANT disclose motivation, pricing, terms, etc if you discuss it with themevery state is different in laws, and i'm referring to North Carolina. If you have pretty good real estate knowledge then it's better to negotiate with the seller's agent. if you dont then you need TO get buyer's agent PRONTO!

TC, please read the other answers they are telling you what you need to know. A buyers agent is responsible to you and works in your best interest. Do not be fooled into thinking a sellers agent has your best interest in mind.This was the first question I asked my agent, who do you work for? The reason I asked is the property was listed by another office from the same broker/name and I wanted to know if there was any conflict. Real estate is major purchase, it is in your best interest to have a agent who only represents you and your interests.By going with a seller's agent you might be increasing the seller's agents profit at YOUR expense. Why do that? Your agent should work only for you.