Loni Lueke REALTOR® - The Do's and Don'ts in your Homebuying Process

· Education and experience · Neighborhood knowledge · Price guidance · Market conditions information · Negotiation skills and confidentiality · Ability to handle the paperwork correctly · Knowledge about the law to purchase Real Estate in your state · Ability to handle closing questions

A REAL ESTATE AGENT IS.... GENT IS....

Simply put, a real estate agent is someone licensed to list and sell real estate, land, residential homes, multi-family properties, commercial, and industrial buildings. A Realtor®, however, is somewhat different. A Realtor® is a member of the National Association of Realtors®. While an agent is always a real estate agent, a real estate agent is not always a Realtor®. A real estate transaction usually includes two agents. The duties of a seller's agents are written in the listing contract with the seller. A buyer's agent should have a buyer-agency agreement with prospective buyers that defines the duties of the buyer's agent and makes it legal that the agent works on behalf of the best interests of the buyer. A Realtor® must also follow the "Code of Ethics"

CHOOSE THE BEST AGENT FOR YOUR NEEDS UR NEEDS

You might feel the urge to pick the first real estate agent who appears competent and tells you what to avoid. As with any profession, there are degrees of professionalism, dedication, and experience. Take your time to look at the agent’s website, social media, and testimonials to get a first impression, and then talk to different agents until you get the feeling that the agent really understands your situation and what property you are looking for. A buyer's agent should ask questions and listen to your answers.