CHAPTER 1 Do You Really Need a Bu y Need a Buyer’s
Agent… or Can You Just Wing It? ou Just Wing It? Hi, I’m Kim—and yes, I’m a real estate agent. Before you slam this book shut and yell, “She’s just here to sell me something!”—breathe. I’m not trying to sell you a house right this second. I don’t have a briefcase full of lockbox keys and glossy flyers ready to throw at you. Pinky promise. Instead, I’m here to offer you the kind of advice only someone who has spent way too many hours in open houses, contract negotiations, and homes with suspicious smells can give. So if you're wondering whether you need a real estate agent or if you can just go full DIY and trust Zillow to be your spirit guide—read on, friend. Wait… Do I Really Need a Buyer’s Agent? It’s tempting to think you can go solo. I mean, we live in the Information Age. You can find your dream house, learn to tile a bathroom, and order a pizza all from your phone. So why not buy a house on your own? Well, for starters, buying a home is not like online shopping. You can’t just click “Add to Cart” and have your dream home delivered by Tuesday. A buyer’s agent is your professional wingperson. Think of us as your real estate GPS—with less rerouting and more negotiating power. We help you find the right house, handle the paperwork, navigate the emotional rollercoaster, and keep you from overpaying for that cute house with a cracked foundation and zero insulation. The Magic of the Buyer’s Agreement Cue the dramatic music: dun dun dun . It’s time to talk about… contracts. 1
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