Benefits of Using a "Buyer's Agent"
Is the agent representing you - the buyer? or are
they representing the seller? Do you know? You really should!
Be sure to check out our "What a
buyer's agent is" page.
Finding an agent who represents you and not the seller is
important, especially during the negotiation process of purchasing a home. The agent
should be actively finding you potential homes and keeping you informed of
the entire process as well as negotiating furiously on your behalf and answering
any and all of your questions with competence and speed.
Did you know.. if you are working with a
buyer's agent he or she is required to not tell the seller of your top
price. He or she is will be focused on getting you - the Buyer - the lowest
asking price available on your new home.
Did
you know.. When using a buyer's agent, you will
see typically see more properties.
Here's why --> Not
only are they plugged into their local Multiple Listing Service but they
will also be seeking homes that are listed as "For Sale By Owner" - it is
their mission to find you a home - not to find a seller a buyer.