CHOOSING A REAL-ESTATE OR LEASING PROFESSIONAL (Existing Homes)

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a) “Rate a Home” recommends hiring a Licensed Real Estate Agent. Although you may be able to purchase a home from a seller on your own, a professional Real Estate Agent or Real Estate company can help you avoid some costly mistakes.

 

 b) Research your options in a Real-Estate Agent or Company through the following:

 

        Real-Estate or Leasing Associations National, State and/or Local

        Internet

        Recommendations of friends and/or family

 

c) Interview the agent or agents of your choice to determine compatibility and knowledge of the real estate industry, as well as fees involved (if any).

 

        Use the free "Agent Interview and Agent Rating System”.

        Review the “Scoring System Definitions”.

        Ask for references

 

d) You may need a Buyers Agent if you hire a Real-Estate Agent to help you navigate through the buying process. Agree in advance who would be responsible for the Agents commission.

 

        You may be requested to sign a Buyers Agent Agreement (read the agreement thoroughly and don’t be afraid to ask questions). This agreement is not uncommon in the Real-Estate industry, but isn’t used by all agencies.

 

e) Determine the best method of communication between you and the Real-Estate Agent during and/or after the buying process.