What is the role of broker and agent in the marketing system?

Main function is to facilitate buying and selling, for which they earn a commission on the selling price. Generally, specialize by product line or customer types. BROKERS: Chief function is bringing buyers and sellers together and assisting in negotiation. They are paid by the party who hired them, and do not carry inventory, get involved in financing, or assume risk. Examples: food brokers, real estate brokers, insurance brokers, and security brokers. AGENTS: Represent either buyers or sellers on a more permanent basis than brokers do.