What I mean is, how does a solicitor know which estate agent was used or whether or not to pay out? Because the seller would not answer such questions and lose saving the agent fee. And, if a seller signs a sole selling rights contract how does the estate agent keep track of when the property is sold if the seller then advertises privately or with another agent? Also, I know that solicitors pay the estate agent during the conveyancing process, but how exactly does the agent receive the money and keep track of the numerous properties being sold and their commissions on each? Lots of related questions, but answers to all would be great! Thank you.