Choosing a real estate Broker is an important decision.
Below are a few points to consider:
Determine your housing needs and choose desired
areas.
A Buyer's Agent will negotiate the best price and
terms of the sale for the buyer - not for the seller.
A Transaction Broker is a facilitator - an agent
to neither party.
Make sure the Realtor is a member of the National
Association of Realtors.
Work with a full-time Realtor who is flexible,
helpful, and never too busy to take your calls. Be
wary if the broker's assistant is continually answering
your questions and coordinating your transaction.
Choose a Realtor who really listens and who shows
as much interest in your satisfaction as they do
in closing the transaction.
Bring an area map with you during the tours. Place
the homes on the map for your reference.
Make sure the Realtor has full access to the area's
Multiple Listing Service. This service gives you
the listings of all properties, not just properties
listed with the Realtor company.
Make sure the Realtor is familiar with the area
in which you wish to buy your home. Ask questions!
While in a good market houses can sell very quickly,
take your time, and say no if you do not feel comfortable.
The
Home Buying Process
