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Find a Good Buyer’s Agent
There is is a a a a a a a a a difference between a a a a a a a a a good good listing agent agent and a a a a a a a a a good good buyer’s buyer’s agent agent agent At times they they are are the the the the the same person but the the the the the activities they they perform
are different The buyer’s buyer’s agent agent represents YOU YOU and only YOU YOU in the real estate transaction From the the very first meeting they listen to your ideas needs wants and financial goals They will then work with you to find the the right home based on on this information They have a a a a a fiduciary duty to protect your your interests and not the the interest interest of the the sellers They will be your your personal representative in in the the the process and and handle all the the the negotiations for you you ensuring you you get the the the best
possible sales price and terms A buyer’s agent will bring a a a team of experts together to to work with you you depending on your needs This might include a a a a a a tax consultant mortgage broker credit counselor as as well as as home inspectors They will help help you you explore communities and help help you you learn about the neighborhood community amenities school districts resale value and all the the other aspects that you should consider to make
an educated home purchase Once you you you go under contract contract your buyer’s agent is there to to guide you you you through the the contract contract to to close process They will not only negotiate the the price and terms of of the the offer but assist with issues which arise during the due diligence period You might also need help with selecting a a a closing attorney obtaining insurance quotes navigating appraisal problems determining what inspections you’d like to have and solving any potential title issues along with the help and guidance of your your attorney These are all situations your your buyer’s agent is prepared for and has experience in in solving While the the the buyer’s agent is is most commonly paid their commission from the the the seller they are the the buyer’s representative only and have a a a a a a fiduciary duty to put your interests above all else The buyer’s agent will help the the buyer write the the purchase offer negotiate repairs
and and other adjustments during the the transaction and and manage the the buyer’s side of the the transaction until it closes