The Role and Responsibilities of a General Estate Agent The Role and Responsibilities of a General Estate Agent What is a general agent? A general agent is an individual or company who has the authority to act on behalf of another person or entity in various business transactions. In the context of real estate, a general agent is someone who is authorized to represent a client in a wide range of activities related to buying or selling property. General agents are usually given broad authority, allowing them to make decisions for their clients and enter into contracts. This can involve