He or she can make all the difference in helping you find the right home, negotiate a fantastic deal that essentially negates the commission fee, and navigate the complicated parts of the home-buying process. Buyers have little risk when working side-by-side with an experienced agent. I recommend hiring an agent — but the right agent. Someone inexperienced, someone who doesn’t seem like they’re on your side but are in it for themselves, or someone who has more experience working with sellers will not meet your needs, and could cost you in the end. The agent’s commission is a cost, yes, but is well worth it, and in most cases, is paid out of the final sale price rather than out of your own pocket. So yes, hire a real estate agent, but the right agent — someone who’s on your side and will guide you every step of the way toward homeownership and a satisfying and successful home- buying experience. First, let’s get the technical jargon out of the way. Who is a real The short answer is that a real estate agent is someone who is licensed and certified to list and sell real estate, not limited to homes but including multi-family properties as well as commercial and industrial buildings. It’s also important to note that a real estate agent is not necessarily a Realtor®, who is a recognized member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). So, while all Realtors® are real estate agents, not all agents are Realtors®. The real estate agent who represents a buyer and works on their behalf to help them find and purchase a home is called a buyer’s estate agent and what do they do? WHO IS A REAL ESTATE AGENT?
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