Most home-buyers start their search on the Internet.  They will go on a real estate search engine or to a broker's website and search through the available homes in the area they want to live in.  Once they find some homes that they like they will start calling the agent's that have those houses listed.  They will make appointments to see those houses with the listing agents and will go to see homes without representation. WHAT???? Yes, the agent who is showing them the house works for the seller.  A Listing Agent is looking out for the best interests of the people who hired them.  I can't understand why anyone would want to make one of the most expensive purchases they will ever make without representation.

If you choose to work with a Buyer's Agent you will have someone on your side.  A good buyer's agent will do the search for you, put together a tour so you can see a variety of houses in your price range, and provide you with all the information and resources you need to make the right decision.

     There is no magic formula to determine how much you should offer on a house, which is why working with a BUYER'S AGENT is so important for you.  Your agent will help you feel your way through the negotiations.  Remember the LISTING AGENT'S GOAL IS TO GET THE HIGHEST PRICE FOR THE SELLER while YOUR BUYER'S AGENT'S GOAL IS TO GET YOU INTO THE HOUSE YOU WANT!

Your buyer's agent will help you to decide if the house has been priced for the condition and current market. They will advise you as to how much they believe the house is worth and how to proceed with negotiations in a way to get you into the house. 

     A lot needs to happen between agreeing on the price and closing on your new house.  There is a home inspection, mortgage application, attorney review of contracts, appraisals, surveys, the list goes on and on.  Working with a buyer's agent gives you someone you can depend on to follow up on all the details and keep things moving towards the day when you can take title on the property. 

If you choose to work with me as your Buyer's Representative I will be there with you every step of the way.  Call me to get started on the path to your new home today!

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