So...you want to buy a house! Part 1 - What a REALTOR® can do for you.
One of the questions I hear most often is “What can a REALTOR® do for me when I am buying a home”? Here are just a few reasons you should work with a REALTOR® when you shop for your new home.
1. A REALTOR® can help you determine your budget.
With a few quick questions, a REALTOR® can estimate how much you can afford for your home and suggest the right lenders for you and your particular situation.
2. REALTORS® have access to resources you don’t.
While there are a lot of listings online, there are resources and listings that are only available through a REALTOR®. They have inside knowledge that may be valuable in helping you find the perfect home.
3. REALTORS® can read between the lines of listing.
There can be catch phrases in home listings, and your agent can tell you what they really mean.
4. REALTORS® increase your negotiating power.
A REALTOR® can increase your ability to negotiate things like price and can also advise you on things like contingency contracts and required paperwork.
5. A REALTOR® can help you navigate the closing process.
The closing process can be complicated and a REALTOR® can make sure all the details are taken care of and that you are making a good financial investment.
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest financial investments most people make and it is important to have a professional REALTOR® look out for your interests throughout the process.
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