Don't know about California but do know that including CA and every other state this is the greatest buyer's market in my entire adult life. Given this market or any market most FSOBs if not sold (and the owner needs to sell) end up with being listed with MLS. I would not hesitate for a mili-second in this market to offer the buyers agent half the going commission especially if he/she has a pre-qualified buyer and is recommending your house to purchase. Like you said, very soon you are going to give it to a realtor... then you pay the entire commission anyway. You also probably have no idea the depth and length of the relationship between the buyer and his agent. Jerk their agent around in this market and he/she will come up with a lot of reasons not to buy your house. Good Luck
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