The Value of a Great Buyer’s Agent goes beyond the time and money you save, it also includes peace of mind that all the boxes are being checked by a professional that deals with the boxes on a daily basis.
“Time is more valuable than money. You can get more money, but you cannot get more time.”
– Jim Rohn
THE VALUE OF A GREAT BUYER’S AGENTS
Check out my Podcast on Behind the Door (Buyer’s Agents)
What to look for in a Buyer’s Agent!
- Not just years experience, but volume as a Buyer’s Agent | Some agents pride themselves as a listing agent (ratio should be no less than 40% Buyer’s Agent Experience)
- Relatable Buyer Stories | Can they give you stories about past buyer transactions that show you they know their stuff?
- Systems | A Great Buyer’s Agent has done this so many times they have a process (checklist) of what needs to be done and when!
- Able to answer your questions | Are they open to answering all your questions and even “what would you do” based on your own history with buyer’s agents?
- Can they express what their value is to you as your Buyer’s Agent? | If their value is all generic that could apply to any Buyer, then they don’t know you and your needs!
Post NAR Settlement
So we are still getting used to the ramifications of the lawsuits and the proposed NAR Settlement and awaiting for a definitive answer on everything we are being told, as to all the changes. There is one thing that seems to be more than probable as remaining and that is Buyer Broker Agreements–The Agreement between the Buyer’s Agent and the Buyer(s). This agreement is a very important document and if you are thinking of buying a home in the near future, I recommend asking to see this document well prior to wanting to see homes. While you are at it, ask to see all the documents you are going to be requested to sign either by the Brokerage you are thinking of using and by the State Real Estate Board you are in.
In the end a Great Buyer’s Agent is worth every dime and then some…like peace of mind that all the boxes are checked…
HAPPY HOME BUYING