Twice in the last week, I have been asked if it isn't nerve-racking working with first-time buyers. "Isn't it harder, because they are jittery? Isn't it a pain explaining all the fundamentals in such detail?"
Not really. It is usually a great experience. If First-timers have a fault, it is that they are susceptible to asking everyone they know for advice. The input they get is usually well-meant, confusing, overwhelming, and sometimes just erroneous. And often, the Buyers have to make a leap of faith to trust their Realtor to see them through the conflicting advice.!
Explaining the details and timeline of the transaction are one of my functions, and helping a young buyer understand is quite rewarding
One of the benefits of working with a first-time buyer: By definition, they do NOT have a home to sell. No sale contingency. No tentative closing next month before they can buy. Now, we sometimes have to work around an apartment lease, but that is usually no problem.
And the excitement is palpable. A good agent will help the first-timer find a home that is within their affordable budget, and within the target that they set. And it is fun to help keep a lid on the excitement. All in all, a pleasant experience. Yes, many first-time buyers are looking for "affordable housing." we have that in Cary, NC. It is still a house, and has a deed. That's my area of expertise. Houses. Count me in! To paraphrase the theatrical folks, "There are no small home deals, just small agents."
Works for me!
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