Whoever said you don't need to sign…
Whoever said you don't need to sign anything. That is NOT true. You have to at least have a pre-agency agreement to open the door. Per the Federal law changes. Google it. And as far as the agents, there will be good and bad as a lit pay for leads and you need to screen them before you hire them. Meet, talk, get to know their demeanor and personality before you hire them. If they won't offer you a " buyer consultation", don't bother. There are great agents and bad agents. Just like any other job.