What New York requires you to know before working with a real estate agent.
Last updated September 2026
New York law requires agents to explain who they represent before representation begins. You'll receive the state's agency disclosure form for your type of transaction. An agent may represent the buyer or tenant, the seller or landlord, or with written consent, both.
New York requires brokerages to publish standardized operating procedures that apply to every prospective homebuyer equally. They cover questions like:
The brokerage's current procedures are available on request. Email elliotvictorious@gmail.com for a copy.
Under New York City's FARE Act, a broker hired by a landlord can't charge that fee to the tenant. You only pay a broker fee to a broker you hire yourself, and any fees you'd pay must be disclosed in the listing and before you sign.
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