Jackson Heights Life

I would like to ask those who have bought in Jackson Heights, why did you/did you not decide to work with a buyer's agent? What, in your experience, was the biggest benefit of having one? In general, it seems a good idea to have someone representing your interests but I would like to know what I can expect from an agent. We check the listings on Streeteasy and a number of agencies' websites almost daily, including some smaller and local ones. In the current market situation it does not look like there is a lot of room for negotiation on the price. We already have a lawyer and a mortgage provider. I trust the lawyer to do a thorough job on the financials and board minutes.