We know that there are so many different emotions that go into buying a new home. Regardless of where you are, buying a property usually signifies some kind of transition, growth, or change, and it is a big investment both financially and emotionally. Because there are so many things to consider, we suggest using a real estate agent. There are so many benefits of hiring a great real estate agent to aid in the process of buying a home, from start to finish!
Knowing the Process
If you are a first time home buyer, and even if you’re not, you might be surprised by how many details there are in the process. The paperwork alone can feel overwhelming, and mistakes can be quite costly! Luckily for you, it is your real estate agent’s job to have those things in order for you! Making an offer, negotiating, and every other step in the process can be done through your agent, so instead of you researching legal formalities, you can sit back and rely on your trusty agent to take care of the leg work for you!
Professional Contacts
When you hire a good real estate agent, you gain access to their network, and that can be invaluable. Not only will they have a short list of contacts that you will absolutely need like quality inspectors, surveyors, and contractors, but your real estate agent can likely assist you in the search for a great lender as well. Their job is to get you every benefit possible in the house buying process, and a great real estate agent should have a great repore with other members in that community that you can benefit from.
Warning Signs
Unless you have a background in construction, it can be hard to know what to look for when you are touring a potential property. While you are looking for a layout that you love, room sizes, whether or not there is an open floor plan, the number of bathrooms, etc, your real estate agent will be looking closely for any potential warning signs that might point to structural issues or other faults you might otherwise miss. If you don’t know how to identify issues like the foundation or covered up water damage, these can end up costing you down the road. A real estate agent worth their salt will have that trained eye you need to catch these issues early and, as stated before, he or she will have the right contacts to bring a professional in to evaluate the damage further.
Negotiations
Your real estate agent will have a wealth of knowledge on the property, neighborhood, and trends that would affect the offer you make. This will come in handy in the negotiation process because a real estate agent will be able to guide you in the process by knowing exactly what the physical worth of a property is and what your ROI will be down the road. Great real estate agents do more than schedule tours and lead you through open houses. Your agent will help guide your process and will give you a ton of advantages that could benefit you for years to come!
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Looking for more tips and advice to help in your home buying journey? Find more guides like this in our real estate blog, and don’t hesitate to contact Lone Star Realty, your Lockhart real estate team!
