If a listing agent wants to preserve the right to be the buyer of the seller's property at an agreed price, what kind of listing agreement will they need to sign?

This type of agreement gives the agent the right to sell the property on behalf of the seller but does not provide the agent with the right to purchase the property themselves. The primary focus of this agreement is to enable the agent to market and sell the property, rather than to secure a purchase option.

An exclusive agency agreement allows the seller to retain the right to sell the property themselves without paying a commission to the agent if they find the buyer. However, it does not provide the agent with the right to purchase the property, limiting their ability to act as a buyer.

A net listing involves the seller setting a minimum price they want to receive from the sale, with the agent keeping any excess as commission. While it provides an incentive for the agent to sell at a higher price, it does not grant the agent the right to purchase the property at a set price.