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Representation Agreement
Free buyer's/tenant's representation agreement template — a real estate agent represents a buyer or tenant in a transaction.
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This free representation agreement covers 1. Appointment, 2. Agent's Duties, 3. Compensation, 4. Exclusivity, 5. Client's Obligations with 7 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for landlords, tenants, and small property owners documenting a lease or tenancy change clearly, without guessing at the right structure. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Representation Agreement
Client (Buyer/Tenant): [Name] Agent/Broker: [Name/Brokerage, License #] Date: [Date]
1. Appointment
Client appoints Agent to represent Client's interests in [purchasing / leasing] property within [Criteria — location, price range, property type], for a term of [Duration].
2. Agent's Duties
Agent will act in Client's best interest, search for suitable properties, arrange showings, and assist with negotiations and closing.
3. Compensation
[Describe how Agent is paid — commonly a commission paid by the seller/landlord's side per local market convention, or, if not, describe Client's payment obligation directly.]
4. Exclusivity
[State whether this is an exclusive representation (Client works only with this Agent) or non-exclusive.]
5. Client's Obligations
Client will work in good faith with Agent during the term and disclose relevant preferences/constraints honestly.
6. Term and Termination
This Agreement runs for [Duration] and may be terminated by either party with [Notice Period] notice.
Client: ______________________ Date: ____________ Agent: ______________________ Date: ____________
*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Buyer/tenant representation agreements and how agents are compensated are subject to real estate licensing law and, in the US, recent industry-wide changes (e.g. following the 2024 NAR settlement) — confirm current requirements in your state before signing or using one.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 6 standard sections: 1. Appointment, 2. Agent's Duties, 3. Compensation, 4. Exclusivity, 5. Client's Obligations, 6. Term and Termination
- 7 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
- Includes a signature block, ready to print or sign digitally
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Independent landlords
Managing a rental directly, without a property management company's paperwork.
FAQ
Is this representation agreement template really free?
Yes. Like every template in docstoc's library, this representation agreement is free to use, with no account or signup needed to view, edit, or download it.
What does this representation agreement cover?
This real estate template includes 1. Appointment, 2. Agent's Duties, 3. Compensation, 4. Exclusivity. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This covers the structure most real estate documents share, but specifics like required disclosures, notice periods, and security-deposit rules are set at the state or city level and change often. Verify against your local landlord-tenant law, or have a real estate attorney check it, before relying on it.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 7 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free real estate and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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- Residential Lease Agreement
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