accordingly. Unless the buyer and seller agree to split the savings, they can’t both save the commission — and that’s if the listing price was not already lowered by near the commission amount to make it more market-attractive. To buy directly from a FSBO you need to understand this could be dangerous if you do not know what you are doing. This is why many buyers hire an expert realtor at no expense to them. Here’s a short list of the advantages that using a real estate agent can bring to your buying experience: • Education and experience • A buffer between you and the seller • Neighborhood knowledge • Price guidance • Market conditions information • Negotiation skills and confidentiality • The ability to handle paperwork The ability to handle closing questions • Relationships for Future Business • Keeping current on laws, forms and practices For veterans looking to relocate to a new destination they may not be very familiar with, a real estate agent brings that on-the- ground knowledge about the best neighborhoods for you and your family, whether you are still raising your family, or empty- nesters looking for a quiet (or active!) retirement community. It’s extremely important to know the “ins and outs” of real estate agents before you bring one along with you to help in your search for a home, just so that you might know what to expect, and what will be expected of you.
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