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SELECTING THE RIGHT REALTOR IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
For your sake and the sake of your family, it's best if you work with a Realtor (A Member of NAR and MAR including the local assocation of Realtors GRAR). I can help you locate properties for sale so you can buy your home in the neighborhood you desire. I can also provide valuable advice during the "looking stage"; I will notice things that you don't and therefore could end up saving you a great deal of money. In addition, since chances are the seller will be represented by an agent, you'll want me there to look out for your best interests.
Given this fact, there are a number of questions you should ask when agent-shopping. Some agents work as "Exclusive Buyer Agents." These are agents who represent buyers and buyers alone. They do not list properties; therefore there is no danger of a conflict of interest. However, you can retain an agent who also sells property, although you might want to ask whether the agent will be showing you properties that his company is also selling. It's best to know these things in advance, so there are no misunderstandings down the road.
Find out how long the agent has been in the field. A more experienced agent is likely to give you better service and greater attention to detail. Also, ask how much of the agent's work involves representing buyers. This will give you a clue about whether the agent is likely to ask the right questions throughout the buying process..
I have taken several classes specifically regarding the needs of buyers of real estate in Grand Rapids. I have recently passed the training to receive my Brokers license, so I have a higher level of knowledge about helping home buyers in Grand Rapids.
Also, make sure you settle financial matters with the agent before you look at your first house. I work strictly on commission so you have no money out of pocket and my fee is usually paid for by the person selling the property. Any questions you may have I will help you obtain answers to any questions so it will eliminate headaches in the future.
I have a list of lenders, home inspectors, and contractors that I like to work with. It will certainly save you time, and probably money, if you can rely on your agent to supply this information rather than trying to hunt it down yourself. By providing this information it shows that I understand and that I am knowledgeable about the community in and around Grand Rapids,Michigan.
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SELECTING THE RIGHT REALTOR IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
STEPS TO SELECTING THE RIGHT REALTOR IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
Ethan Dozeman 616-292-7329
If you're considering buying a home
If you're considering buying a home, you may have a number of things on your mind: finding a home that suits your budget; locating a home in the right school district; deciding on the what floor plan will best suite your needs. While all of these things are important, the single most critical decision you have to make when home-shopping is which Realtor you will choose. It's true, you could go it alone, but without proper representation, you'll be at a distinct disadvantage, not only in negotiating a deal, but also in finding the right home to buy in Grand Rapids,Michigan.For your sake and the sake of your family, it's best if you work with a Realtor (A Member of NAR and MAR including the local assocation of Realtors GRAR). I can help you locate properties for sale so you can buy your home in the neighborhood you desire. I can also provide valuable advice during the "looking stage"; I will notice things that you don't and therefore could end up saving you a great deal of money. In addition, since chances are the seller will be represented by an agent, you'll want me there to look out for your best interests.
Once you make the decision
Once you make the decision to have myself with The Platinum Realty Group work for you, the next decision you'll have to make is whom to choose. This is not as easy as it might appear. You'll want to do more than just flip through a phone book to find a name. You'll need to do some homework to make sure you select an agent who's right for you.Given this fact, there are a number of questions you should ask when agent-shopping. Some agents work as "Exclusive Buyer Agents." These are agents who represent buyers and buyers alone. They do not list properties; therefore there is no danger of a conflict of interest. However, you can retain an agent who also sells property, although you might want to ask whether the agent will be showing you properties that his company is also selling. It's best to know these things in advance, so there are no misunderstandings down the road.
Find out how long the agent has been in the field. A more experienced agent is likely to give you better service and greater attention to detail. Also, ask how much of the agent's work involves representing buyers. This will give you a clue about whether the agent is likely to ask the right questions throughout the buying process..
I have taken several classes specifically regarding the needs of buyers of real estate in Grand Rapids. I have recently passed the training to receive my Brokers license, so I have a higher level of knowledge about helping home buyers in Grand Rapids.
Also, make sure you settle financial matters with the agent before you look at your first house. I work strictly on commission so you have no money out of pocket and my fee is usually paid for by the person selling the property. Any questions you may have I will help you obtain answers to any questions so it will eliminate headaches in the future.
I have a list of lenders, home inspectors, and contractors that I like to work with. It will certainly save you time, and probably money, if you can rely on your agent to supply this information rather than trying to hunt it down yourself. By providing this information it shows that I understand and that I am knowledgeable about the community in and around Grand Rapids,Michigan.