Do I need an agent if someone's interested in my unlisted house?
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Comments (8)This can work out very well for all concerned, just don't skip any of the steps. Getting an appraisal done to provide a basis for pricing is probably worthwhile. Most realtors will want their 6% if they touch the sale in any way, so tread carefully there. A realtor can provide help in pricing, but at a stiff cost to you. A good real estate attorney can handle everything that's needed to carry out the transaction at a much lower cost. We sold to a friend and saved considerable money, but had the advantage that it was a corporate relo and the relo company provided the appraisal and pricing services that a REA might have. Plus we got paid a bonus for not using an agent, a nice deal....See MoreBuying a home & need a real estate agent
Comments (13)I am a Realtor and can give you a little advise even though I dont know your state laws. First of all never ever sign anything unless you are 100% comfortable with it. What I would recommend is talk to a few LOCAL agents and "interview" them. See which ones listen to what you want, are responsive and have personalities that you are able to work with and enjoy. Something to the effect of making a call and seeing how long they take to send you some listing sheets and what homes they are for and meet them to see one or two of these. Then pick ONE (the one who found you the homes you liked best- meaning they listened to you and whose personality you enjoyed)of them dont keep working with a bunch of agents it's just not fair to us and you will not get the best service. Even if they have you sign a contract at least you can be comfortable with them now- I personally would never sign a buyers agency contract on the first meeting. Also remember contracts are changeable so if you want to write in something about FSBO's and if you are responsible for payment put in a number that you think is fair but remember its not fair to them if they drive you all over the place spend hours and hours on you and then you take the education they have given you and use it to cut them out of the deal. Good luck!...See MoreNeed to stay with listing agent showing me house?
Comments (10)I am new in the area so do not know any other agent. I'm just thinking that IF I am interested in this, lots has to be worked out and I've always thought that you don't get the best deal with the listing agent. As far as I'm concerned, this guy is taking me through the house,,I ask some questions and then say goodnight. I do not intend to tell the listing agent anything about my circumstances. Right thing to do??? I will not sign anything - not in a position to right away, although I am looking at something I can afford and will not have trouble getting mortgage. I have no idea about the dual agency. I have already scheduled tomorrow night with the listing agent. I do not have to buy at this time...I'm not pressured, that is why I just called to agent to "look-see." It is not a hot market, it is a rather different set-up and think probably not a lot of offers. It has been listed for about 6 mos. Thanks for your comments and listening as I think it out!!...See MoreIf I desperately beg....can someone please photoshop my house?
Comments (67)Ha ha! I was really just thinking about pouring a glass of wine while I chill out here. jamaraz, you know that you MUST continue to post pics along the way. (And identify with your screen name in the post) Nothing I hate more than going through the prelim step and then don't get to see the outcome! Thanks funcolors...more good info, and i'm def taking the plunge on the faux wood garage now, as well as finding a way hurry along the blue-green patina over the front door. And while structured topiaries aren't my fav either, I can see that having something taller than the typical potted flowers draws the eye to front entry. Curious, what did you put for the front walk/steps? The slate/flagstone needs a lot of repair and might need to be replaced anyway. CHEERS!...See Moredadoes
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