My Buyer Won't Sign a Buyer-Broker Agreement — What Should I Do?

What Should You Do If a Buyer Refuses to Sign a Buyer-Broker Agreement?

Try a genuine buyer consultation first — walk them through what the agreement actually is, what it means, and how it protects both of you. That resolves most hesitation. But if a buyer still refuses to sign after that conversation, the most practical move is usually to walk away. A buyer who won't commit to a basic agreement is often previewing the kind of friction you'll face later in negotiations, repair requests, and appraisal issues.