You’re better off with an agent who’s engaged actively in one area and price range — e.g., residential homes around the $100,000 to $150,000 range or the $400,000 and up range. CHECK THEIR REAL ESTATE BACKGROUND AND HISTORY Once you know the area of specialization of the agent you’re considering working with, check out the available current listings under contract. Browse to the agent’s own website (every “in the know” real estate agent maintains a website today) as well as Realtor.com, a website that builds multiple properties for sale, known as the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), within an online database that you can search. You can search by agent. Most buyers will start searching on the Internet. Therefore, if an agent doesn’t have much of an online presence, or one period, then it’s best to move on. The best agents will advertise themselves on multiple platforms, especially the Internet. You want an agent who will use every tool in the book to be successful. You will also want to review the agent’s background covering all their real estate experience which could be of benefit to you in helping you achieve your goals and desires.
GOING THE BUYER'S AGENT ROUTE
So, you’re ready to take the plunge and look for a place to call “home.” To get the most out of it, use a buyer’s agent to avoid a flurry of paperwork, stampedes of buyers competing for the same property, and other challenges. Home buying can be exciting and exhilarating; but it can also be complex and stressful — which is why having a pro by your side can make an enormous difference. As discussed, you’ve probably heard of buyer’s agents, seller’s agents, listing agents, and so on. You’re a buyer, so what’s a buyer’s
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