The Role of a Real Estate Agent in the Buying Process

1. Encourage the buyers to get credit approval from a bank or mortgage company.

2. Help them understand financing options

3. Provide up-to-date listings and off-market opportunities

4. Schedule Showings: Arranges and accompanies buyers to view homes

5. Property Evaluation: Offers insights on property values, neighborhood trends, red flags to look out for

6. Do a (CMA) Comparative Market Analysis, to help them determine a fair offer price by analyzing recent sales of similar properties

7. Make an offer: Prepares and submits the purchase offer, ensuring it includes all necessary terms and contingencies (financing, inspection, etc.).

8. Negotiation: Negotiates with the seller's agent on price, repairs, closing cost, and timelines to get the best deal for the buyer.

9. Managing the Transaction Process: Coordinating Inspections, Contingency Management, Communication, Keeps all parties (buyer, seller, lender, title company) informed throughout the process.

10. Closing the Deal: Final walkthrough, Reviewing closing documents, Support at Closing. Attends the closing if allowed to support the buyer and help resolve any last-minute issues.

    
    

    Real estate agents simplifies the complex home buying journey, offers professional advice, protects the buyer's interest, and ensures a smoother transaction from start to finish