Lots of idiotic comments on here , especially bob doug mac ,from people who have probably never bought a home before . Or over payed  or left money on the table selling . Funny you know , I know a lot of people who have a lot of money they acquire all they're  real estate through a knowledgeable agent. If they need legal advice they go to the best lawyer . Accounting advice they go to a real accountant.  These people who think the internet has solved everything from real estate to legal and medical advise are truly laughable. 
As with any profession there are good bad and crooked in all of them. A little less limited thinking and you may be able to spot the hazards.