Myth #1: All agents are the same.

The general public thinks that everyone that has a real estate license is the same.  The Rebac article* poses a great example: "Does everyone with a driver's license operate a vehicle the same way?  Of course not! Drivers approach the road differently. Realtors do vary considerably in their approach to their job as well." Some realtors are part time and do not take the job of assisting you in your most important investment seriously.  Real estate designations are another way to gauge agents that are serious about their job.  An agent with designations shows they are committed to learning to serve you better. REBAC further asks, "Would you rather hire an accountant or a certified accountant?" Just like sellers, buyers should squash this myth and interview at least three agents before you make an informed decision about who you want to work with. Preview my previous post about the Top 10 questions you should ask before hiring your next agent.  Many of these questions apply to buyers agents as well!

Michele Reneau is a full time realtor committed to you and your home search.  She has 4 years of experience and has assisted 150 families that demonstrate that experience, while the average realtor in Charleston only closes 6 properties.  She has demonstrated negotiating skills and has keen insight to identify hidden value in properties. As a Graduate of Realtor Institute (GRI) and an Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), Michele is always learning new ways to better serve her clients. As a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Michele is among the top 3% of Realtors in the nation that have significant experience and demonstrated volume of real estate transactions, as well as complete rigorous educational requirements.  Michele takes her job seriously.  Click here to see what Michele's client say.

Stay tuned for more myths to come...

*The series is adapted from the REBAC article published October 2008, 10 Common Myths Shared by First Time Homebuyers in Buyer's Rep.

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