an agent specializing in a particular footprint, city, or metro area and one who understands which types of homes and amenities are available within your price range. You can unearth this information by asking them or asking the state licensing authority if you’re not comfortable asking the agent directly. Some agents are only actively engaged in one or two areas and one price range — e.g., residential homes around the $400,000 to $600,000 range or the $700,000 and up range. Others have training and experience in many sectors. Always research the agent's bandwidth and expertise to determine the best fit.
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, to stand out in stampedes of buyers competing for the same property, to leverage an expert's wisdom and hard-earned experience to your benefit, as well as a host of 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 agent? True to the name, buyer’s agents assist home buyers every step of the way; they can also save you both time and money on the road to homeownership. When you find the right one for you, these real estate agents will work day and night to ensure all your needs and requirements are met when it comes to finding the right home.
WHAT BUYER'S AGENTS DO FOR YOU
Your buyer’s agent will have a vast knowledge of the current real estate market for the area, including neighborhood amenities
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