There are things a real estate agent, by law,CAN NOT tell you when you are buying a home unless you have a signed buyers agency agreement. Things like
- How much you should offer on a home
- What price the seller will accept
- What terms are in your favor
- Why the seller is moving
- How long the property has been on the market?
Purchasing real estate is a complex transaction and in most cases the seller will be represented by an agent.
Even if you are looking at new construction, a buyer broker costs you nothing yet has a lot to offer.
Research by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS has shown that when a buyer’s representative is used, the prospective
buyer found a home one week faster and examined three more properties than consumers who did not use a buyer’s
representative. At the Lake of the Ozarks, given our very large geographical area, the need for a buyer’s agent is even
greater. In many cases, I, as a buyer broker can help you save money by showing you “Sold Comps” helping you to make a
more informed initial offer on the property.
- Evaluating your specific needs and wants, locating properties that fit those specifications.
- Utilizing technology to your advantage, and to make sure my technology makes your buying process easier, not more confusing!
- Coordinating showings - accompanying you on the showings, or previewing properties on your behalf.
- Researching the selected properties to identify any problems or issues to help the buyer make an informed decision.
Many Lake Areas have no planning and zoning, and my local real estate knowledge is invaluable.
- Researching the selected properties to identify any problems or issues to help the buyer make an informed decision.
- Advising you on structuring an appropriate offer to purchase.
- Negotiating the fairest purchase price on the most favorable terms that the market will permit on your behalf - keeping your best interests in mind according to the Realtor Code of Ethics.
- Helping secure appropriate financing for the selected property.
- Providing you with a list of potential qualified vendors (e.g. appraiser, surveyor, inspectors, movers, attorneys, carpenters, etc.) if these services are needed.
- Answering your questions, and getting answers for you. I always keep the lines of communication open with my clients.
- Most importantly, the ability and willing to LISTEN TO YOUR NEEDS AND WANTS and find the best fit
for you.
Clearly, by working with a buyer broker you receive a great deal of valuable services at no charge. At the end of the
day, my job as your broker is to deliver results and you can take comfort in knowing that my interest are 100% aligned
with yours. Since the seller is paying the commission, this is a rare case where it appears the worst and best agents
cost you the same price either way. Don’t make the wrong choice, because the bad or less experienced agents can cost
you in mistakes that hit your pocketbook, time, hassle, and stress before closing. You have enough to worry about in l
ife, make sure your real estate purchase at the Lake is not one of them. Call or email me today and you’ll quickly and
clearly see the value I add to every transaction that I sign my name to.
