"Why it is important to have an Atlanta buyer's agent when buying a home?" Because in most every state, the listing agent can only represent the seller! Why, because they already have a listing agreement or contract in writing that obligates them to fulfill this duty. There is nothing in that listing agreement that says they will represent the buyers. In fact, they may have an obligation not to! Under the the terms outlined in the listing agreement, they have a duty to only represent he sellers. Now, they may disclose all known facts about the property, and can perform ministerial duties for the buyers such as giving you the names of home inspectors or mortgage lenders, but that is about it! They are not lawyers. They are not obligated to advise you about termite inspections, financing, home inspections, how to amend the contract, what you can ask for in special stipulations etc. They should advise you that you have the right to have the contract reviewed by a lawyer if you have any questions!
Since buying a home in Atlanta is one of the costliest investments you will ever make, doesn't it make sense to have someone represents your interests, and not he seller? Does'nt it make sense to have an Accredited Buyers Representative, ABR, Realtor represent you the Atlanta home buyer especially if there is no charge to do so? Don't make the fatal home-buyer mistake of getting lost looking at all the homes for sale in Atlanta! Get yourself an experienced Atlanta Buyers Agent, and Realtor.
Atlanta Accredited Buyers Representative ABR
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