CHAPTER 3 Is It Necessary To Use A Real Estate Agent? e Agent?
Technology has changed the way homes are sought and bought today. In this “Information Era,” most buyers are first introduced to the home they eventually purchase via the internet, through Zillow, Trulia, Yahoo! Homes, Realtor.com, or one of the hundreds of other real estate websites. So that means there’s no real need for a buyer’s real estate agent, right? If a buyer can find and visit a home on the web all on their own, why involve another party? The reasons to use a real estate agent today are as valid as yesterday, and failure to do so could cost more to a buyer in the long run! As a real estate agent, I have better access to the market and special knowledge of local conditions. Buyers’ and sellers’ agents know how to put a real estate deal together. As a seasoned real estate agent, I am familiar with and deal with local building departments, conditions, and unexpected situations in order to get out in front of any possible issues. I will track down homes that meet your criteria and review what I have found to be compatible with your requirements. As an expert, I have my team research the current market trends to stay on top of things. Here’s a short list of the advantages that using a real estate agent can bring to your buying experience:
• Education and experience • Neighborhood knowledge
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