What To Expect From A Buyer's Agent

A Buyer's agent represents the Buyer's best interest and owes the Buyer loyalty, fiduciary relationship, due diligence and honesty.

* A professional buyer's agent that is working for you will use the financial information you provide to structure your offer to fit your financial portfolio and comfort level.

* An expert agent may guide you as to the type(s) of loan(s) that may fit you, and get you educated about that process, options & cost.

* Your Agent will also keep track of market activities, and promptly notify you of any properties that become available and/or ones that has price reduction or new terms and conditions. Good value homes do not last long.

* Will arrange for appointments to show you the homes of your choice at the time that fits your schedule.

* When you find the right home, your agent will be ready to answer your questions, suggest offering price based on market & property conditions, seller's motivations, and comparable.

* Research the history of the home, the public records, comparable market analysis.

* Agent will submit the offer on your behalf, negotiate the best value and terms for you. Negotiation is an art and a skill & is very important.

* Provide you with list of home inspectors and professionals to select from, and is there with you throughout the whole process to answer your questions & use knowledge and expertise to point out possible problems or disadvantages of the property, if any.

Be sure to read the follow up article titled:

Congratulations.. What Happens After you Get Accepted Offer

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