It Doesn’t Matter What Realtor I Use……..Right?
December 22nd, 2008 . by Blake CannonMost people seem to think that when you are buying a home, it doesn’t matter who you choose to represent you as a Realtor. I am here to say, I believe that is a false assumption.
If all the Realtor does is:
Show you the property that you want to see and not give suggestions. Then, you decide you want to make an offer. The Realtor writes it up and gives it to the Listing Realtor. The Seller comes back with a counter-offer until you both agree, and the Realtor never negotiates your offer.
Then when it is time to obtain financing, the Realtor gives you no help when you need a good lender.
When it is time to choose a Home Inspector the Realtor tells you to “Google it”.
When it is time to pick a closing attorney the Realtor tells you to “Google it”. again!
I give you this scenario because I have actually had a client that told me this story. Believe it or not, there are a lot of Realtors out there like that, which is why most people decide, “It doesn’t matter what Realtor I choose. They’re all the same.”
Allow me to show you what a “Solid Quality Realtor” SHOULD do for their clients.
A.) They should first be an expert in the Oxford Mississippi market. This way, when you say I want to live in X subdivision, they can already give reinforcing reasons why, past comps to see what the last 6 months sales have looked like in the neighborhood, and broad knowledge of the area.
B.)When you are ready to make an offer, the Realtor should NEGOTIATE the lowest price for YOU. Make sure that your Realtor has experience in negotiating because this is a big part of the process. (This can be the difference in THOUSANDS of dollars in some cases.)
C.)Unless you have someone you want to use as your lender, the Realtor should have atleast 2 or 3 suggestions for you that have helped their clients obtain the best rates and best mortgages. (This can also be the difference in THOUSANDS of dollars in some cases.)
D.)The Realtor should know of 2 or 3 great home inspectors. If you take a chance with a John Doe home Inspector who “misses” a thing or two, it can also be the difference in THOUSANDS of dollars.
E.)Your Realtor should also know of 2 ro 3 good closing attorneys who do great work and title searches, etc. This can also save you tons of money in the end.
As you can see, the difference between any ole’ Realtor on the block and a Skilled and Qualified Realtor can save you THOUSANDS of dollars in the long run.
