US
Buyer’s agent
A buyer’s agent represents the buyer in a US purchase. In Britain, a buying agent is less common; most high-street negotiators are instructed by the vendor, and a buyer is a customer of that firm.
Also called Buying agent.
Why the distinction matters
An email that says “your agent” is ambiguous in the US if both sides have one. Name the firm and the side. Compensation for the buyer’s agent is a contract question that changed with industry practice. Do not state who pays whom unless the agreement in front of you says so.
British buying agents
Where a UK firm is retained by the buyer, say so. Do not import US dual-agency language into an English sale without reading the agency agreement.
Questions
What does Buyer’s agent mean?
A buyer’s agent represents the buyer in a US purchase. In Britain, a buying agent is less common; most high-street negotiators are instructed by the vendor, and a buyer is a customer of that firm.
General information for agency staff, not legal advice. Rules and local practice change. Check the official source before you rely on a definition in a client letter.