Nationwide – May 22, 2026 – The nonprofit National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA) proudly marks its 30th anniversary, celebrating three decades of unwavering dedication to representing the interests of homebuyers exclusively. Since its founding in 1995, NAEBA has championed the highest standard of buyer-agency, providing homebuyers with access to real estate professionals who hold themselves to a higher standard of ethics and representation, agents who avoid the conflicts of interest inherent in representing both buyers and sellers.
NAEBA has stood as the gold standard for Exclusive Buyer Representation for three decades. Members provide the highest fiduciary commitment available: 100% loyalty to the buyer, 100% of the time. By choosing to never list homes or represent sellers, NAEBA members provide a pure advocacy model, allowing them to focus entirely on the buyer’s strategic goals without the distractions or incentives to favor a specific property or seller.
Honoring the Founders and Members
Andrew Show, Principal Broker of Buyer’s Resource Realty Services in Columbus, Ohio, a long-time NAEBA Member and former President who has served in many capacities within the organization over the years, shares his thoughts. “This anniversary is not just about longevity – it’s about legacy. Thirty years ago, a group of visionary real estate professionals had the courage to create a new path for homebuyers. Today, we celebrate that enduring impact.”
As NAEBA celebrates this milestone, members pause to recognize and thank the visionary real estate professionals who came together 30 years ago to form this groundbreaking organization. Their courage to challenge the traditional real estate model and their commitment to true buyer advocacy set the stage for a movement that continues to protect homebuyers today.
Many of those early members have retired from active practice, and some have passed on – but their influence endures in every transaction where a buyer’s best interest comes first. NAEBA extends its deepest gratitude to all who helped shape the foundation of exclusive buyer representation and to those who have carried that mission forward over the decades.
NAEBA also celebrates the dedicated EBAs who continue to practice Exclusive Buyer Agency. These experienced advocates continue to raise the bar through integrity, skill, and an unwavering commitment to putting the buyer first. In a market where consumers are increasingly confused about who represents whom, their loyalty to their buyer-clients builds trust and empowers homebuyers to make confident, informed decisions.
“For 30 years, these pioneers have demonstrated what it truly means to be ‘always on the buyer’s side,’” said Benjamin Clark, Principal Broker of Homebuyer Representation, Inc. in Salt Lake City, Utah, and current NAEBA President. “Their professionalism and integrity continue to shape the future of real-estate representation and stand as a lasting example and strength to EBAs everywhere.”
Meet Some of NAEBA’s Exclusive Buyer Agent Members
Judy Stone (Ashville, NC):
Judy Stone, with Asheville’s The Buyer’s Agent, LLC, serves homebuyers in Buncombe and the surrounding counties. Stone has been an Exclusive Buyer Agent since 2005, upholding these national standards at a local level. As a dedicated advocate for homebuyers, she focuses on long-term relationships and consumer protection rather than simple transactions.
“In a fast-moving and changing market like Western North Carolina, buyers need more than a tour guide; they need a strategist,” Stone said. “I am proud to be a NAEBA member because it signifies my commitment to providing 100% loyalty without conflicts of interest in a landscape that often prioritizes the seller.”
Kim Bregman (Boca Raton, FL):
Kim N. Bregman with Optima Properties in Palm Beach and Broward Counties has been an Exclusive Buyer Agent since 1985, upholding these national standards at a local level. As a dedicated advocate for homebuyers, Bregman focuses on long-term strategy and consumer protection rather than simple transactions.
“Local buyers deserve a level playing field,” Bregman says. “My NAEBA membership reflects a commitment to the highest fiduciary standard, ensuring that every decision made is in the buyer’s best interest, 100% of the time.”
Rich Rosa (Boston, MA):
Buyers Brokers Only has been serving homebuyers exclusively in Greater Boston for more than 20 years. As an Exclusive Buyer Brokerage, the firm provides a pure advocacy model that eliminates the conflicts of interest found in traditional real estate companies.
“Reflecting on NAEBA’s 30-year history, it is clear that the demand for true, undivided loyalty has only grown and is more necessary than ever,” said Rich Rosa, co-founder of Buyers Brokers Only. “Having served as a past president, I’ve seen how NAEBA’s mission has set a national benchmark for transparency and ethics.”
“For over 20 years, Buyers Brokers Only has brought that ‘Gold Standard’ to Greater Boston home buyers,” Rosa added. “Ensuring more than 2,000 clients never had to wonder whose side we are on. We don’t just facilitate transactions; we protect the people we represent.”
Andi DeFelice (Savannah, GA):
Exclusive Buyer’s Realty, Inc. has served homebuyers exclusively in Savannah, Georgia, for 33 years. As Savannah’s only Exclusive Buyer Brokerage, the firm provides a pure advocacy model that eliminates the conflicts of interest found in traditional real estate companies. Their team of dedicated Exclusive Buyer Agents includes Chris Canavan, Lilia Macias, and Mark Borst. Under the leadership of Principal Broker Andi DeFelice, the firm prioritizes buyer representation without conflicts of interest over high-pressure sales.
“Our brokerage is 100% committed to the homebuyer,” DeFelice said. “We have no listings; therefore, we have no split representation. We represent people, not properties.”
Jennifer Fabiano (Scottsdale, AZ):
Exclusive Arizona Buyers Agents has served homebuyers only in the Phoenix and Scottsdale areas for more than 10 years. As an Exclusive Buyer Brokerage, the firm provides a pure advocacy model that eliminates the conflicts of interest found in traditional real estate companies. Under the leadership of Designated Broker Jennifer Fabiano, the firm prioritizes strategy, fiduciary protection, and long-term client partnerships.
“I’m proud to be a strategist and partner for my buyers, not just a tour guide,” Fabiano says. “In today’s fast-paced market, having a dedicated buyer’s agent by your side protects your interests and makes the homebuying process more transparent, conflict-free, and enjoyable.”
Mike Crowley (Spokane, WA):
Spokane Home Buyers has served homebuyers exclusively in the Spokane area for nearly 30 years. As an Exclusive Buyer Brokerage, the firm provides a pure advocacy model that eliminates the conflicts of interest found in traditional real estate companies. Their team of dedicated Exclusive Buyer Agents includes Alisha Crowell and Courtney Lee.
Under the leadership of Principal Broker Mike Crowley, the firm is known not for selling homes, but for its dedication to helping buyers find the best hometo fit their clients’ needs. By prioritizing advocacy, Crowley and his team ensure each client’s real estate journey is a positive experience.
As longtime members of the National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA), Spokane Home Buyers’ Realtors leverage extensive experience—including first-time homebuying, new construction, family relocation, and investment properties—to ensure a positive real estate experience. By specializing in everything from land and condominiums to bank repossessions, the firm provides expert advocacy across every sector of the Spokane market.
“We don’t measure our success by how many homes we sell, but by how many buyers we protect,” says Crowley. “Being part of the EBA movement for almost three decades has allowed us to set a higher standard for homebuyers in Spokane. Our clients never wonder whose side we are on.”
Alysse Musgrave (Dallas, TX) :
Alysse Musgrave, with HelpUBuy America in Coppell, Texas, has been an Exclusive Buyer Agent since 1995, upholding NAEBA’s national standards at the local level. As a dedicated advocate for homebuyers, Musgrave focuses on fiduciary protection over high-pressure sales tactics.
“Any agent can open the door to a home,” Musgrave said. “As a proud, long-standing member of NAEBA and a fiduciary for the homebuyer, I accept the legal responsibility to put my client’s interests above my own 100% of the time.”
Ben Clark (Salt Lake City, UT):
“I’m proud to be a member of NAEBA,” Clark continues. “NAEBA was founded on a simple principle: every homebuyer deserves a dedicated advocate.”
Clark is also the Principal Broker of Homebuyer Representation, Inc., a Salt Lake City-based Exclusive Buyer Brokerage with a 25-year track record of dedicated advocacy for buyers. Unlike traditional firms that split their loyalties with sellers, Homebuyer Representation operates on a pure fiduciary model designed to protect the interests of the buyer alone.
In the Salt Lake metropolitan area, inventory is rising and prices remain sticky. “Buyers without a loyal representative are at a disadvantage,” Clark says. “By choosing a brokerage that specializes in buyers only, our clients trade sales pressure for education, advocacy, and guidance. We don’t just facilitate transactions—we’re locked in on getting our clients the best possible home at the best possible terms.”
Why This Matters Now
With recent changes in the housing industry giving represented sellers an even stronger advantage, choosing a true advocate on your side has never been more critical. NAEBA’s mission is more relevant than ever: to help homebuyers benefit from a loyal real estate professional who works solely on their behalf.
Over the last 30 years, NAEBA has:
- Promoted the Exclusive Buyer Agency model as a consumer-friendly alternative to dual or designated agency.
- Educated homebuyers nationwide about true buyer representation.
- Built a trusted network of qualified EBAs who never list homes, never represent sellers, and always deliver 100% loyalty to the buyer.
Find Your Best Buyer’s Agent Today
If you’re preparing to buy a home and want the highest level of representation, make the smart move: visit naeba.org and click the “Find an Exclusive Buyer Agent” link. Choose an advocate who’s 100% on your side – 100% of the time.
Looking Ahead
As NAEBA celebrates this milestone, the association is launching its “30 Years of Buyer-First Representation” campaign. The initiative will highlight veteran EBAs on NAEBA’s podcast, share homebuyer success stories, and offer a series of free webinars and resources for first-time buyers.
Stay tuned to naeba.org and follow NAEBA on social media for upcoming features and events.
About NAEBA
Members of the nonprofit National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA) believe there is a better way of working in the real-estate industry—one that is fully aligned with the homebuyer’s best interests. Founded in 1995 by consumer advocates, NAEBA was created to fill the void faced by homebuyers seeking true representation and a higher standard of ethics.
Unlike traditional agents, NAEBA members voluntarily dedicate their careers to exclusively representing homebuyers, providing complete fiduciary-level duties and 100% loyalty – 100% of the time. They work at real estate brokerages that never represent home sellers, never accept listings, and never advertise properties for sale. By doing so, NAEBA members eliminate the conflicts of interest common in traditional firms that attempt to represent both buyers and sellers in the same transaction.
NAEBA is deeply committed to promoting fair housing and eliminating discrimination and steering in the housing industry to ensure a level playing field and equal opportunities for all buyers.
For nearly 30 years, NAEBA has been the Gold Standard for true buyer representation — educating consumers, setting professional standards, and building a nationwide network of exclusive buyer agents who work solely for homebuyers.
To learn more or find an agent who will be 100% on your side, visit naeba.org
Links:
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- Find a local Exclusive Buyer Agent or sign up for the NAEBA newsletter at https://naeba.org