Why You Should Call Me First: The Power of Agent Referrals
When you come to me first, I use my experience and network to find an agent who’s a perfect fit for your situation. This isn’t a random selection. It’s a carefully considered recommendation, tailored to match your needs with an agent who excels in the specific market where you’re looking to buy or sell.
Starting Your Home Search
You've got your preapproval letter in hand and have secured a great realtor with a buyer's broker agreement. Congratulations! Now comes one of the most exciting parts of the homebuying journey—starting your home search. This stage is all about exploring different options and finding that perfect place to call home.
Mortgage Lenders and Pre-Approvals: The first step on your home-buying process
Purchasing your first home is an exciting milestone, and one of the most crucial steps in this process is choosing the right lender. The lender you select will not only provide the financing for your home but also influence your overall home-buying experience. As a realtor, I work closely with lenders to ensure that your home-buying needs are met efficiently and effectively. I can recommend a lender to you, but remember, your lender works for you, and it is your choice who you work with and how.
Still waiting for those mortgage rates to drop before you buy your first home?
While it’s true that mortgage rates are a factor in the cost of buying a home, they are not the only consideration. As you wait for rates to fall, you continue to pay rent, contributing to someone else’s equity rather than building your own. You also allow more time for home prices to increase and opportunities for your landlord to increase your rent.
Buyers Can Finally Negotiate What Their Agent Will Be Paid - And It’s Good For Everyone
For years, working with a buyer's agent often resembled a handshake agreement. It was based on trust, hoping it would lead to a successful transaction. However, this approach had its shortcomings. Buyers had limited insight into how their agent got paid, which could raise concerns.
Enter Buyer Agency Agreements, a significant shift reshaping real estate transactions. They offer clear advantages to both buyers and agents, increasing commitment and transparency. Buyer Agency Agreements now clearly state the terms of the agent's compensation, bringing more clarity to the process.