a good realtor

[Darrell James]

I am working on making my first deal, how do I know if my realtor is working on my behalf & what % should I expect to pay

[Geoffrey Hoffman]

No matter how good a Realtor is, they cannot force the other party into terms.  A good deal is when it's a win-win, so both buyer and seller usually compromise on something.  A Realtor is working on your behalf, but just like you- they are working to get the deal done!  Just like any profession, there are good ones and bad ones.  The key is to establish a good relationship and communicate what you need from them.  A Realtor is not "bad" just because they don't work with investors.