Real estate agent

A real estate agent is a professional intermediary who connects property owners with buyers or tenants and guides them through the transaction process. The agent negotiates terms, prepares contracts, and coordinates inspections and closing procedures. Compensation is typically a percentage commission on the sale price or annual rent, agreed in advance between agent and principal.

Agents are subject to professional standards, licensing requirements, and industry codes of conduct in their jurisdiction. Many specialise in specific property types — residential, office, retail, or industrial — to develop sector expertise and market networks.