Who is an intra-company agent?

The role of an intra-company agent is best described as a licensee appointed by the broker to represent a party in a dual agency. In the context of real estate, this type of agent operates within a single brokerage but can represent more than one party in a transaction, provided that full disclosure and consent are obtained from all involved parties. This arrangement is crucial in dual agency situations, where both the buyer and seller are represented by the same brokerage. The intra-company agent acts as a facilitator of communication and negotiation between the parties while ensuring the obligations of confidentiality and loyalty to both sides are maintained.

This role is distinct from a licensee who works independently of the brokerage, as that individual does not have the same obligations or relationships with the brokerage when it comes to client representation. Similarly, a buyer's agent typically represents only buyers, which does not encompass the dual agency aspect of intra-company agency. Lastly, a general agent representing multiple properties simultaneously would not specifically imply the dual representation necessary in intra-company agency situations, as their focus is primarily on managing a range of properties rather than engaging in dual agency relationships.