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Just to let you know up front- this Attorney that is representing the sellers has been called by myself and the buyer's Attorney for the past 2 weeks and NEVER returns a call. Every-time you call her office- you get her voice mail! I get a call this morning from the buyer's … (0 comments)
Home buyers today are more educated about thehome buying process than they were years ago.They hear the term "buyers agent"and have an understanding of whatthat means and how that benefits themduring the entire home purchasetransaction.In Macomb County Michigan I'm findingthat future buyers are asking aboutbuyers agency and representation uponour first contact more … (20 comments)
I'm an agent with New Homes Realty. Were a nationwide assemblage of real estate agents who represent buyers who are looking for new homes. We also help people find land and homes from the existing market. We don't do listings- we only help buyers. This helps us keep a narrow focus … (0 comments)
No, I would really rather not discuss the technical exceptions to that rule. I could go there, and more, I could jazz this post up with links, interviews and other research dealing with buyer mentality.
September 9th, 2007 A question was posed to me recently about the benefits and/or motivation involved for individuals that choose to locate a retirement / second home on the North Fork of Long Island.
A Real Estate contract is generally not enforceable in the great state of Illinois unless it is a) Written, b) 'Signed-off ' on by competent parties (Acceptance), and c) Some form of Consideration ($$$) is placed in an escrow account to show 'Good Faith' on the Buyer's part. Think of it … (11 comments)
Part of "HOW TO SAVE FOR A HOME" Series
For many clients, the home buying experience is terribly stressful. Even when all goes well nerves are often frayed. Buying a home, after all, involves a huge financial commitment, and the buyer's confidence levels can be shaky. So one can only imagine how a client feels when things are not going … (4 comments)
Frankly, the #1 questions I get are market timing questions like: "Have we hit bottom?" and "Is NOW the time to buy?" Well, after months of thinking and market analysis I've discovered the EXACT time you should buy, down to the DAY! 
There are lots of homes for sale and I want to be your buyers agent. Let me help you find a great home at an awesome price. I even have a few homes in mind and I can help you get a 100% down-payment on the home of your dreams priced $250,000 or … (2 comments)
A new buyer client said a couple of times, "I don't want to waste your time." About the 3rd time, I realized I had not convinced her that I like what I do. So I told her, look at this way: If I show you ten, twenty, thirty homes--then you buy … (0 comments)
No, I'm picking on anyone, just trying to make a point.
As Buyers Agents, what are you telling your clients about the market if they ask?How concerned at all do your buyers appear to be about depreciation?
Listings are the life blood of real estate. 
The job of a listing agent is to get the highest price possible, in the shortest amount possible, with favorable terms for the seller.
The summer has come and gone too quickly. It has been an interesting year so far in terms of real estate. The newspapers and TV reports are all doom and gloom. Countrywide, foreclosures and lowering of prices are the subjects of the day. While prices have been coming down properties are … (3 comments)
I have recently had a couple encounters with Consumers, looking to buy homes, who have been in touch with other Real Estate Agents. That, in and of itself, is not a problem. What I think the general public does not understand is how hard we agents work. Consumers, if you are … (1 comments)
As a Realtor I work with both sellers and buyers. One Real Estate Urban
Legend that comes up fairly regularly is the one that says it is better to buy a
house from the listing agent. The belief is that you will either get a better
deal on the price … (1 comments)
A buyer’s agent is a REALTOR that represents you, the buyer throughout your home buying experience. 
Now I know that YES as a Transaction Broker you may, but can you? As a Transaction Broker you have very limited liability and are suppose to be "neutral". (According to how most brokers think). Lets start with the listing presentation. You go out to the "clients" home and spend some time … (1 comments)
A Buyers Agency Agreement is available for your protection and it is in your best interest to have someone represent you when purchasing real estateA buyers agent will expain agency to you and define the agency relationship in which is enteredA buyer's agent will provide you with client-level services, which include … (2 comments)
I LOVE WHAT I DO IN FRONT OF OTHERS!!! 
Why buy a home without FREE representation?Do you have a buyers agent?As a Buyers Agent, I specialize in new construction as well as resale homes. I guarantee total objectivity with your real estate search and new home purchase. I will help buyers uncover hidden incentives and negotiate a fair market price … (0 comments)
So this morning I get a call from a potential buyer for my Christoval property. I am very excited at the possibility of selling my own listing especially since it has only been a week on the market. She is a first time home buyer and a single mom. The house … (4 comments)
RE isn't rocket science, but working with buyers to make sure that they are comfortable, protected and well informed about the home they are buying, and the market they are buying into is the job of a buyer's agent, and most of the time, it is not so simple.Many people who … (6 comments)
This is part 1 of a special report on Lead Generation that I am writing. I'd love to hear people's thoughts on it.
Buying a home can be stressful. Where do you start? How do you find the right home? Where can you get the best loan? Are you ready to jump in and make this commitment? This is where your experienced Realtor can help! Many agents give what I call a Free Buyer Consultation. At this … (3 comments)
In the approximately 20 years that I have enjoyed pursuing my passion and career in Real Estate, there has been ONLY ONE constant when it comes to advertising a listing.
There is a real wave of FSBO properties sweeping the nation. The question that needs to be asked is: "As a buyer should I use a buyer's agent to purchase a FSBO?" And the answer is a resounding "Yes!", Let's look at the situation this way. Sellers who have chosen to … (0 comments)
Listing agents are having a rougher time moving listings this year and sometimes, it's not just the price, it's the circumstances of showing and the aftermath. 
Agency law has changed on numerous occasions in Massachusetts over the past decade for the types of representation that can occur. I will try to break it down into its simplest terms for the laymen to understand.
Ever drive through a beautiful neighborhood and see the home of your dreams For Sale By Owner (FSBO)? What's the risk to you when buying a FSBO? Aren't you getting a better deal because you don't have to deal with those pesky real estate agents?
I direct this post at those of you out there who might be thinking about buying a home but aren't sure if you need the services of an agent. Buyer representation is very important for a few reasons. A buyer's agent will save you time and gas, they can find more homes … (8 comments)
I was reading a post by Nattalie Cornwall titled What type of buyer are you working with? and my comment prompted me to write this post.
Santa Clara County is seeing some of our highest housing inventory numbers in 2007. More homes on the market means greater competition for home seller's and more opportunities for home buyers. Now is a great time to buy. If you are considering the purchase of a new home, you should seriously … (3 comments)
The 2006 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers sheds some interesting light on how the Realtor® selection process works. According to the report, referrals where the #1 source of leads for Realtors®! In fact:
"Knowledge is Power"
Aloha and welcome back 
What is a Buyer's Agent?
Many of my clients in the past have been first time homebuyers, searching for their first home to purchase. From my experience several things about this type of client are always the same, and thus I offer my humble advice for others in the same position. 
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WHY YOU NEED A BUYER'S AGENT
CONFUSION
Traditionally, in what I like to call "old school" real estate, all the real estate agents represent sellers. Even YOUR agent was working for the seller...not you. But now, as a result of new agency laws, consumers have a choice: Buyer's Agents who represent buyers. That's a big difference! A Buyer's Agent is bound … (11 comments)
Thinking of buying a home in Tipp City or the Miami Valley? You may be wondering if you need to be represented by a Buyer's Agent. A Buyer's Agent is a Realtor that you hire to work for you to find your home. 
One of the best things you can do in your search for a Home is to find a Buyer's Agent. That person will be a licensed Real Estate Agent that will work for you exclusively. It doesn't cost you extra because any home that is for sale by a Real Estate … (0 comments)
What is Buyer's Agency? And why, as a buyer, or as a seller, or even as someone just walking into an open house, is this so important?
As an agent, when you are representing a buyer, do you recommend a home inspection? If so, I have a few questions.
In this market --- and this one IS DIFFERENT than the recent past --- we all have to have that frank conversation with our sellers (and ourselves) about what it takes to market and SELL real estate. Some sellers are not really interested in selling their property. 
Buyers sometimes think they'd do best not using an agent to buy a house. They think they can negotiate with the seller's agent because that agent doesn't have to pay a commission to a buyer's agent. But that's faulty reasoning. And here's the best answer I've seen showing why. Peter G. … (2 comments)
Most of the quick Resales in new home communities appear to come from two groups - 1) investors who still think they can flip a new home for a profit before the community is built out, and 2) buyers from outside the area who were not represented by a Buyer's Agent; … (4 comments)
I just couldn't let it go, this topic of listing agents wanting to be present during a showing. Last February I talked about how I make my own appointments, and as often as possible, I also do the showings. It's not that I don't have enough to fill up my time … (24 comments)
In this short video I explain some of the differences between working with the seller's agent or your own agent. My experiance comes from my 13 years as a real estate agent, real estate broker, 6 years as a builder and 13+ years as a mortgage banker, branch manager.
Below is an example of a ten-point satisfaction commitment one Realtor uses with his home buyers. Provide you with 10+ customer service during the entire buying process.Organize and schedule your home search process.Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of each home in relation to your specific needs.Provide you with on-going updates on … (10 comments)
You have worked hard and business is good. You have more leads coming in than you can handle and have decided it is time to hire a Buyers Agent. But, you really don't have a clue how to go about doing this. You have never hired someone to work for you … (1 comments)
It's important that you choose an experienced agent who is there for you. Your agent should be actively finding you potential homes, keeping you informed of the entire process, negotiating furiously on your behalf, and answering all of your questions with competence and speed. First, find an agent who represents you … (0 comments)
A couple of points from my recent comment on Redfin's blog:The concept of not having a buyer's agent present at a home inspection (especially since it typically means having the listing agent there with the buyers instead) makes no sense to me. There are so many things a buyer agent knows … (1 comments)
