Why Use A Buyer’s Agent?

Buying a home without one could cost you.

A buyer’s agent represents your best interests, and works to get you the home you want at the best price and on the best terms. Traditionally, all real estate agents represented home seller, and the buyer had no representation during the home search and purchase. Today, home buyers can benefit from professional representation by choosing a buyer’s agent.

Legally, a buyer’s agent’s responsibilities are defined by state laws and the REALTORS® Code of Ethics, and generally include confidentiality, full disclosure, and accurate accounting. A buyer’s agent can prevent you from making costly errors such as failing to discover defects in the property, zoning issues, and finding the property’s actual value. A buyer’s agent’s goal is to help you locate and purchase the home you want, and get it at the right price.

What does a Buyer’s Agent do?

• Represent you in every part of the purchase process.
• Provides professional advice in finding the right  property at the right price.
• Locates and researches properties that meet your needs.
• Negotiates with the seller’s agent.
• Puts you in contact with mortgage services, title and insurance companies, and home inspectors.
• Reviews documents for accuracy
• At closing, verifies that all terms and conditions of the purchase agreement are met.

How is a Buyer’s Agent paid?

A buyer’s agent usually receives a share of the sales commission that the seller agreed to pay the listing agent. In most cases the listing agent agrees to split a sales commission with any agent who obtains a buyer for the seller’s property. So, it does not cost you any more to be legally represented by a buyer’s agent.