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Attention First Time Home Buyers!!

By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Platinum

September 27, 2009 01:38 AM

In my opinion, all buyers should work with a Buyer's Agent. However, it is especially important for First Time Home Buyers to work with an Accredited Buyers Representative. I am proud to be a buyer specialist, and I have my ABR designation.

Buyer’s Agent

If you work with a buyer’s agent, you are the buyer’s agent’s client. You and the buyer’s agent sign a WB-36 Exclusive Buyer Agency Agreement that includes a Disclosure of Real Estate Agency. The Disclosure lists the fair treatment duties owed to all parties and the duties owed to you as the client, and indicates that the buyer’s agent is the agent of the buyer.

The buyer’s agent works for the interests of the home buyer, but also must know how to work with the listing agent. A buyer’s agent can:

Give a negative opinion or critique of a seller’s property beyond disclosing defects.
Recommend or suggest an offering price or give you an opinion about whether a particular house is priced too high or too low.
Structure the offer and draft offer provisions with the buyer’s best interests in mind.
Recommend and assist the buyer with negotiation strategies for the best price and terms.
Research and disclose all information and research a property’s history title and liens so the buyer can make a better informed decision.
Give advice within the scope of the agent’s expertise as a licensed real estate professional.

If you, or someone you know, is looking for a professional full time Realtor, who will represent YOU and YOUR needs, don't hesitate to call me, Kristin Johnston!

PLEASE ASK ME ABOUT MY GIVE BACK PROGRAM, WHERE I MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO AN ANIMAL SHELTER IN YOUR NAME UPON CLOSING!!!

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And, as always, if you need real estate assistance in Waukesha County, Milwaukee County, or anywhere in SE Wisconsin, please don't hesitate to contact me, Kristin Johnston , at kjohnston@remax.net . Please make sure to visit my personal website as well at http://www.kristinjohnston.com and find everything from online markets , Buyer and Seller information, property searches , testimonials , calculators , my blog and more.

I am proud to be a full time real estate professional and Waukesha County Realtor. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you in the purchase or sale of your next home! Contact me today!

Contact Kristin Johnston, Remax Realty Center, Realtor, Waukesha, WI (Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties and All Of SE Wisconsin!).

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Debbie Aldrich

The Watts Group Real Estate - Cottonwood Heights, UT

Salt Lake City Realtor - Salt Lake County, Cottonwood Heights

It is a great idea for buyers in your area to use an expert like you.

Sep 27, 2009 01:48 AM

Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459

Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI

Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Kristin

There is only one source a buyer would ever need in a buyers agent and that is you buddy.

Sep 27, 2009 02:03 AM

Jeana Cowie

RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Paramus, NJ

Broker Associate, ABR, CRS, GRI, SRES

Kristin,

Great exposure for yourself & the ABR designation. As a fellow ABR, I know how important this designation has become to buyer's. When I became an ABR, it was still a seller's market and I almost questioned myself for taking the course. I always enjoy working with buyers (and sellers) and I know the ABR designation continues to help my career. I will keep you in mind for any buyer contacts I come across in WI. Please keep me in mind if you come across anyone for Bergen County, NJ.

Take care,

Jeana Cowie, Broker Associate, Re/Max Real Esate Ltd, Bergen County, NJ

Sep 27, 2009 02:12 AM

Toula Rosebrock

Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ

Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

ToulaRosebrock,com

Hi Kristin:

Congratulations on the ABR!

Attention Waukesha buyers & sellers, contact Kristin Johnston!!!

Sep 27, 2009 02:20 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Thanks Debbie!!

Sep 27, 2009 02:32 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Aww Shucks Tom!!

Sep 27, 2009 02:32 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Will do Jeana!!!

Sep 27, 2009 02:32 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

TOula, yes, I have had my ABR for many many years! Best designation out there in my opinion!!!

Sep 27, 2009 02:33 AM

Goodbye Active Rain

Out of Real Estate

Work with Kristin! Work with Kristin! Work with Kristin! She's the best!

Sep 27, 2009 03:15 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

You said it Tony ! Just kidding (sort of) LOL!!

Sep 27, 2009 03:18 AM

Sharon Senger

tcDocs - Seattle, WA

Licensed Transaction Coordinator

Hi Kristin,

Having an Accredited Buyers Representative designations shows to Buyers your commitment to serving their real estate needs. The continuing education that is required for this designation sets you apart in your ability to advise and guide buyers through the complex process of buying a home.

Well done and they could not have a finer agent.

Sharon

Sep 27, 2009 05:49 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Thanks Sharon! I agree with your support of the ABR designation too!!

Sep 27, 2009 06:32 AM

Lou Ludwig

Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL

Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Kristin

Very informative post, thanks for sharing your insight.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Sep 27, 2009 08:24 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

thanks lou!

Sep 27, 2009 11:32 AM

Valerie Osterhoudt

Johnson Real Estate, Inc. - Cromwell, CT

ABR, Cromwell, CT Real Estate ~ 860.883.8889

Kristin.. It is good that you are getting the word out about the ABR designation. It is very important especially for first time home buyers. I've done a blog on this too a while back. I've also tried to edcuation comsumers on this as well. Just like you, I too, have this designation... and it has helped having it.

valerie osterhoudt