Why understanding "Agency" is the first step toward success..
Your real estate transaction is one of the most important financial decisions that you will ever undertake. As a real estate professional, I understand this and want you to be fully aware of your representation options.
"Agency" in real estate refers to the nature of the fiduciary responsibility that exists between you and the real estate professional you choose to work with. Having a complete understanding of the nature of this relationship is the first step to working together to achieve your real estate goals.
Only after signing a legally binding document does a real estate professional become your agent. As your agent, that REALTOR? now has a legal obligation to insure the protection of your best interests in every facet of the transaction.
It's about loyalty and responsibility...
Traditionally, real estate professionals worked mostly as agents of the seller, not the buyer. Their loyalties and responsibilities rested with those of the seller.
REALTORS? working with buyers were, in fact, acting as "sub-agents" of the seller, keeping the seller's loyalties ahead of those of the buyer. Often, the buyer had no idea of the true nature of this relationship.
Today's Buyers have an option...
Buyers may now retain a real estate professional to represent their financial and legal interests when it comes to the purchase of a home. It's called a "Buyers Agent".
To learn more about the benefits of a Buyers Agent, please contact me directly for a free consultation.
There is a process...
STEP ONE is for us to sit down together and discuss your alternatives. We'll set an appointment to have an informal, relaxed, person to person discussion about what it is you're looking for in a home.
Then we'll go to STEP TWO, which is evaluating your purchasing capacity, and determining the right kind of financing package for you. This is a pain-free process! The reason I do this before we look at homes is that many times I can save you time, and eliminate properties that don't fit your purchasing parameters. In addition, by going through this pre-qualifying step, you'll be in a better negotiating posture when we do find the home you are looking for.
In STEP THREE we'll actually go look at homes which we've selected together with the aid of state-of-the-art computer information. The home buying process should be fun, like the ultimate shopping trip, and should include everyone in your family if possible.
Because I take the time to listen carefully to your wants and needs in advance, finding the perfect home will not take as long as you might think. In fact, it shouldn't take us more than a day or two at the most.
In STEP FOUR, once we've found the perfect home, I'll negotiate the purchase with the seller.
When we have reached a fair purchase agreement, we can go to STEP FIVE and actually transfer ownership of the home to you, and get you comfortably moved in.
There are many details involved in getting the sale closed, and it requires a great deal of communication with a lot of people. My role during this step is to see that all these details are handled quickly and professionally on your behalf.
Yes, purchasing a home is a big undertaking, but it doesn't have to be a hassle, especially when we work together through the process.
If you're serious about buying a special home, at a special price, maybe I can make a suggestion that will save you a lot of time: Don't waste your time searching through ads. Only a small percentage of all the homes on the market at any given time are being advertised at any time. The really special homes are often not advertised at all.
Instead of making that mistake, why don't you give me a call? We'll sit down together and find out what you're looking for. When that special home is available, you'll be the first to know about it.
If you're looking for a hard working, dedicated Real Estate Professional, chances are we'll have a lot to talk about.
When you make a decision to buy a home, I'm committed to going the extra mile to ensure that all your needs are successfully met in a professional and honest manner.
If there's anything I can do for you, just give me a call!