Mistake #8: Do-It-Yourself Buyers – Get your own real estate agent!

Most of us think of a real estate agent as representing the seller, which they usually do. But having your own agent to help you buy a home can save you time and money. A good Buyer’s Agent can help you find the right home quickly because they know the area and have access to listings, agent open houses and other information.

Your Buyer’s Agent can advise you on market conditions and appropriate prices, pre-inspect homes for you so you don’t waste time on something completely unsuitable and recommend the other professionals you need from home inspectors to lawyers. The Seller’s Agent has a legal responsibility to act in their best interest, not yours. You need a trained professional in your corner, and that’s a Buyer’s Agent.

It is essential to communicate exactly what your needs are to your Buyer’s Agent, so you are both looking for the same home. Choose your agent with as much care as if you were selling a home, and if the agent wants you enter into a formal agreement, make sure it includes a cancellation clause in case you aren’t satisfied with the service.

That’s all for now. Stay tuned for mistake #9!

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