Kathleen S. Turner, SRES®, SFR® - COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS.pdf

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How Real Estate Agents Help Homebuyers

Buying a home is one of the most exciting journeys you can experience. I remember when I bought my first home. My husband and I were so excited that we slept on the floor in sleeping bags because our furniture wasn’t going to be delivered until the next day. Yes, I was much younger then, but I still remember the excitement. This book will give homebuyers the benefits of my experience as I offer insights I have gathered throughout my career buying/selling houses while orchestrating countless real estate transactions. Technology has changed the way homes are sought and bought today. In this “Information Era”, likely buyers are first introduced to the homebuying process via the internet. So, that means there’s no real need for a real estate agent, right? No. Today, you need a real estate agent more than ever before.

WHY HOMEBUYERS NEED A REAL ESTATE AGENT

The reasons to use a real estate agent today are as valid as yesterday: to help buyers make smart choices and guide them in the right direction. Even though you can search homes online, you will need a real estate agent to offer her expertise and experience. A qualified real estate agent is invaluable as she will share her education and experience, giving you access to:

• A variety of choices

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