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Let’s Go See It Together

You’ve already spotted a home online, maybe on Zillow, Redfin, or Homes.com and want to check it out in person, I can help schedule a private showing and walk through the home with you.

Whats my next step?

To make sure I can represent you and not the seller during the showing, state law requires that we have a Buyer Broker Services Agreement in place first. For now, this is a simple non-exclusive agreement, which just gives me permission to legally show you homes and answer questions openly.

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Why This Waiver Matters

In the State of Washington, real estate brokers must have a Buyer Broker Services Agreement in place before representing or assisting a buyer in any way, even for a single showing. It’s a legal requirement that ensures transparency for both of us and confirms that I’m representing you and not the seller.

This initial agreement is non-exclusive, meaning it doesn’t lock you into working only with me. It simply allows me to legally show you the property, protect your interests during that visit, and answer your questions openly and honestly.

When you decide to move forward on a home and we’re preparing an offer, that’s when we’ll complete Form 41, the Exclusive Buyer Broker Services Agreement. That document allows me to negotiate and submit offers on your behalf, which is mandatory in Washington before any offer can be presented.

So Why Sign the Waiver Now?

That’s a great question and one I get often.

Signing the waiver now makes it possible for me to:

  • Schedule your private showing immediately.

  • Represent your interests during that visit (instead of the seller’s).

  • Give you honest feedback about the property, pricing, and next steps.

  • Keep you fully covered under Washington’s agency laws from the very first conversation.

It’s a short form that protects you, ensures we’re compliant with state regulations, and lets us move quickly when a home sparks your interest.

Buyer Broker Services

This Agreement establishes a non-exclusive and non-binding relationship for real estate services between the Buyer and Prash Gunda, Broker with John L. Scott Real Estate (“Broker”). The Agreement becomes effective upon signing and shall automatically expire ninety (90) days thereafter, unless extended in writing.


In the event Buyer elects to purchase real property with representation by Broker during the term of this Agreement, the total compensation due to Broker shall be 2.25% of the purchase price. This compensation is fully negotiable and is not set by John L. Scott Real Estate or by law. The Broker’s fee may be paid by the seller, the buyer, or a combination of both parties, but in no event shall the total compensation exceed the amount stated herein.

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© 2025 Prash Gunda is a Realtor® with John L. Scott Real Estate – Clark County East Office

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Prash Gunda is a Realtor® with John L. Scott Real Estate, Clark County East Office, helping buyers and sellers navigate every stage of the home-buying process with confidence and clarity. Backed by the strength and reputation of John L. Scott Real Estate, one of the Northwest’s most trusted brokerages since 1931, Prash combines local insight, negotiation experience, and data-driven guidance to make real estate feel simple, transparent, and human.

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