But you may be wondering if you need an agent if you are looking at new construction. And the answer is a resounding, “Yes.” The builder will have a salesperson sitting the model ready to help you when you walk in the door. But beware, that salesperson represents the seller, not you. Their job is to protect the best interests of the seller and that means protecting the profits. Some think if they go directly to the builder, the savings of the buyer’s agent commission will be passed on to them and this is simply not true. The builder has the buyer’s agent commission built into the price of the home so if they don’t have to pay it, it will fall to their bottom line.