Special Agent


Definition of "Special agent"

Jeffrey Olichwier
  Patrick Jeffrey Realty

Person retained to perform on behalf of another individual with restricted responsibility and power. An example is a broker hired by a home owner to solicit buyers. The agent typically is engaged to do one specific function.


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