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Myth: You were out, driving through your favorite Naperville or Plainfield subdivision, and you came across a beautiful house for sale that really caught your eye. Youve passively been looking in Naperville and Plainfield for a few months, but havent been working with an Illinois real estate agent. Your house isnt listed yet so you dont have an agent of your own, and you really want to know more about the house so you grab your cell phone and call the agent on the sign.  Besides, your co-worker told you that if you call the agent on the sign youll get a better deal on the house. They know how much the seller will go down to, right?

Truth: Nope, probably not. Chances are, depending on if the seller has agreed to have their agent act as a dual agent in the transaction, they may not even be able to help you.  They can definitely give you information on the property, but if they do not have 'dual agency" in their contract with the sellers, they will not be able to negotiate the transaction on your behalf. 

Agents cannot disclose confidential information to buyers about sellers, so the myth that you will get a better deal just because you called the agent who listed the property is not true.  They cant tell you how much the seller will take, and they cant tell the sellers how much you are willing to spend.

On the other hand, as an Illinois Realtor helping buyers with their Plainfield, Naperville, Romeoville, Joliet, and Northwest Suburban real estate transactions, I can tell you that it isnt very often that a buyer actually buys the house they are calling about; in which case, Id be more than happy to help you with a more precise search for your specific needs.

Calling the agent on the sign is a perfect way to start working with an Illinois Realtor who knows the market you are interested in, but its not the best way to get a good deal on a real estate in Plainfield or Naperville.  Its great to call the agent on the sign for details about their listing, but the reality is, it probably wont save you any money.  

If you are looking for a home in Plainfield, Naperville, Romeoville, Joliet, or the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago and dont have an agent helping you with the process, call me at 630-673-6233.  It would be my pleasure to help you find you next new home, or help you sell your current residence. 

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