When a real estate transaction involves easements, what role does a licensed agent usually play?

The role of a licensed agent in a real estate transaction that involves easements primarily focuses on assisting in the purchase of properties where easements may be applicable or relevant. This involves helping buyers understand the implications of existing easements on the property, whether it’s for access, utility lines, or other purposes. An agent's expertise can help ensure that buyers are fully informed about how these easements impact property value, rights, and responsibilities.

While negotiating easement terms and mediating disputes can be aspects of a transaction involving easements, those tasks are typically more specialized and may require legal expertise or a different type of professional, such as a lawyer or a land use planner. The role of overseeing construction is also more technical and often falls outside the typical duties of a real estate agent. Thus, the primary contribution of an agent is to facilitate the transaction regarding properties that involve easements, rather than engaging in the more complex legal or construction-related aspects.