Ways a Real Estate Agent Adds Value
- Your agent serves as a buffer between the buyer and the seller/seller’s agent. Even when a buyer might be willing to pay more for a house or accept less of a credit than the seller might be willing to offer, an agent is both your negotiator and your buffer.
- Your agent will posture for you and negotiate harder than you would for yourself by understanding what the other side is willing to do and then doing the best possible deal for you.
- Agents understand property values and will guide you to buy a house for a fair price given the house and the market. Agents know the inspectors and the inspection process. Your agent will find the most comprehensive and honest inspectors in the business who will make sure you know all about the condition of the property.
- Agents will guide you to lenders and insurance professionals.