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Do I Need a Real Estate Agent When Buying a Home?

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You are ready to make the big move. You are going to purchase a home and you are asking yourself if you need to employ a real estate agent. You are worrying about the grueling process of finding the right agent so you ask yourself if you should go through the process of buying a home on your own. Is the real estate process tricky? Will it leave me winded and confused? Is it in my best interest to hire someone who has the appropriate knowledge and experience to navigate through the universe of real estate? The answers to all of these questions are Yes!

Real Estate Experience Matters. Real estate agents carry out multiple duties such as studying property listings, walking clients through home buying steps, producing real estate contracts and talking through conditions of a sale. They also have the negotiating skills to help a client buy, rent or sell a property. The experience adds up and although the internet provides many resources for someone to buy a property on their own, at the end of the day, there is no substitute for a professional who has the knowledge and experience to deal with the ins and outs of real estate.

Save Time and Money when Working with a Realtor. Many of us have a very busy schedule and buying a home on your own can be extremely time-consuming. Getting to know the real estate market is the first step and studying the market takes an incredible amount of time. A skilled real estate agent, who knows the market, can save you time, money and a headache. Real estate professionals have realistic views on what homes are worth. With a professional, you are sure to make a realistic offer and you will have someone keep an eye on the entire process until the deal is closed.

Work with a Realtor to Purchase Your Next Home. The home buying process is full of twists and turns. If you are not knowledgeable about the real estate market, taking on these steps on your own may very well lead to mistakes and repercussions. Buying a home with the help of a real estate agent is the best way to go!

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Joseph A. Zingales, Broker
The Zingales Team
440-346-2031 Cleveland Ohio (BHHS Professional Realty)
941-777-5041 Naples Florida (Real Estate By)