Use a Buyer’s Agent

What is a Buyers Agent?  Don’t all agents work for me?

It’s important that you choose an experienced agent who is there for you. Your agent should be actively finding you potential homes, keeping you informed of the entire process, negotiating furiously on your behalf, and answering all of your questions with competence and speed.

First, find an agent who represents you and not the seller. This is beneficial during the negotiation process. If you are working with a buyer’s agent, he or she is required not to tell the seller of your top choice. In addition, he or she is also focused on getting you the lowest asking price.

Also, when you use a buyer’s agent, you will see more properties. Not only are they plugged into their Multiple Listing Service, but they are also actively finding homes that are listed as FSBO, or homes that sellers are thinking about listing.

Finding the Right Seller

The best seller is one who is highly motivated. A highly motivated seller is more likely to sell at a price that is less than his or her house is actually worth. And it matters that you find out why. Learning the reason why can help you get the price you want and help the seller get what they want: a timely sale.

When given the opportunity to meet with sellers, ask them why they are selling. The reason could be anything, such as a job change to a new location or financial problems. If you can solve their problem, whether it is cash related or time related, do so. For example, if the sellers are highly motivated because they need to move quickly, give them a fast sale – and a lower price. If you can make an offer, even a low one, that gives them cash in a short time, they are more likely to accept.

BUYERS – Once  you have made the decision to buy a new home whether it is a move up home or a relocation from another city or state or your dream vacation home, let my knowledge of the area work for you.  Determine if you want a golf community, a gated community or a waterfront home on a ski lake and base your search from there.  I have showed and sold homes in many of the areas finest communities so I know the characteristic differences of each community and will match your needs and lifestyle with those communities.  Skill and knowledge of the current inventory of  the market is an added plus for you as many large internet sites may not be accurate in their information.   Ultimately YOU the buyer are in charge by letting me know what you want in a property and community.  I will be your guide to help you find your dream home.  I can give you my professional opinion on the differences of communities and how one may be better than another for your needs.  Contact me today to get your buyer search started today!