When deciding on whether you want to purchase a house or condo, you really do have four choices in your decision-making.
Your choices are:
- Doing nothing
Yes, no one can force you to buy a home. While most people will greatly benefit from owning real estate, there are a few people, who at certain points in their lives, should continue to rent and not put a financial burden on themselves.
- Doing it on your own
This is also an option, but why would you do it? If you needed surgery, would you operate on yourself? If you were going to court, would you represent yourself? Usually not. Then work with a real estate professional, who knows the real estate business inside and out. They can save you time and money in the home buying process.
- Using a typical salesperson
The problem with many agents is they don't have the experience and knowledge needed to help you. Do you know up to 25% of area agents sold one or ZERO homes in the past 12 months? Do you know the qualifications of the agent you're working with? There are others who are only in the real estate business to make a FAST BUCK and they really don't care about you. They'll do and say what they can to get you to buy quicker. Then they're out of your life forever.
- Teaming up with a real estate consultant
A real estate consultant is still a salesperson, but their business philosophy is based on serving your best interests. They look at doing what's right for you. They explain the pros and cons of each situation - so you can make an informed decision. They aren't afraid to share why you shouldn't buy a certain property.
Selecting the wrong real estate agent can cost you BIG, so make sure you have an experienced real estate consultant working for you.
At your service,
Dan
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