Buyers agent or listing agent?

[Kevan Baum]

Hello everyone. I'm wondering what avenue most investors have used to have greater influence in a negotiation.  Do you typically find the listing agent helps you negotiate more when they will get both sides of a commission or that having someone solely represent your interests gives you better leverage when you make an offer?

I am planning to buy 2 new properties soon and am debating whether to call the listing agent or select my own agent to represent me. Thanks so much!