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Selecting the Right Agent
There are countless decisions to be made when buying a home, and many of them will significantly affect whether or not you are able to get a contract to closing and move into your new home. A real estate agent can offer specialized knowledge in research, and negotiations to help you meet or exceed your goals. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, 82 percent of home sales are the result of agent connections.
Finding the right real estate professional requires doing a little research and asking a few questions. The agent you select must be diligent, knowledgeable, resourceful, and care about your needs. Nextage real estate agents are trained in providing service at a level that will exceed your expectations with the goal of having you as a “Client for Life” and a “Raving Fan”.
Below are some key points to look for in choosing your agent.
Your Real Estate Professional should:
- Serve as your advocate and representative when dealing with sellers, sellers’ agents and service providers.
- Provide you with an overview of the Buying Process to avoid any surprises.
- Make you aware of all the complicated local and state requirements affecting your transaction as a buyer including disclosure requirements.
- Assist you in looking at various financing options; protect you from predatory lending practice and in getting a pre-approval from a lender.
- Assist you in negotiations and in making counteroffers.
- Prepare a Buyer’s Estimated Cost Calculation Sheet for each offer.
- Represent you throughout the transaction from contract to closing.
- Be knowledgeable in the technology resources that facilitate the transaction.
- Attend the closing and mediate any last-minute obstacles to ensure a smooth, successful transaction.
- Provide referrals to proven service providers, including title companies, inspectors, appraisers, pest control, moving companies and more.
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