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You Don't Pay A Commission to Work with Me as Your Personal Buyer's Agent
Let me make finding the right home easier, at no cost to you...
Many buyers think a Realtor’s primary job is to find them a home. However, sometimes that’s the easiest part of the process. As an experienced buyer’s agent, I provide invaluable information, details and advice throughout the transaction.
Many times I have selected the home my client ended up purchasing, even though they never considered it while searching online. I have found homes often do not live up to photographs or description. So when buyers search online they may overlook their ideal home, in favor of others that may seem more appealing.
I help educate you regarding which homes are most likely to bring the best return on your investment. While I cannot guarantee the future of the Columbus real estate market, I’ll share insight based upon my years of experience.
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases of your life. Don't take a chance on not having your own agent! Call me today at 614-895-0496 and see how easy finding your ideal home can be. Or, start by signing up for my FREE Columbus Ohio Home Finder Service. The best homes go fast . . . with this FREE service you won't miss them!
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"I can't imagine you doing more for us, you pretty much did everything except give us the money for the home. You took a clueless house hunting couple and helped us find a wonderful home for our family. We can't thank you enough, Petra."
Victoria Escobar & Michael Sylvester
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FAQ's ABOUT BUYING A COLUMBUS OHIO HOME
Can't I find my own home by searching online and looking at real estate magazines?
Perhaps you could find a home through these methods. However, you will be missing the latest listing information. 95% of Columbus Ohio Real Estate listings are never advertised anywhere but on the Columbus Ohio MLS. Many homes in magazines are in contract or even sold by the time they hit the shelf.
Online searches can be weeks behind so many listings may already be in contract or even sold! Online searches are not updated minute by minute like the Columbus Ohio MLS is, so you are not getting access to all of the listings that may meet your needs. Also, online searches offer limited information and search criteria. To make sure you don't miss out on the hottest new listings, it is best you have a realtor searching for you daily.
If I go directly to the seller's realtor won't I get a better deal?
NO! It just means the listing agent will get both the selling and buyer's agent commission. A buyer's agent is paid through the "co-op" fee offered by the listing broker/agent. This fee, or commission, is stipulated in the listing agreement between the seller and the listing broker/agent, before the home is placed on the market. These fees are typically the same for the seller regardless of who sells the property so the seller has no motivation to give you a better price just because you go through the listing agent. In addition by going directly to the listing agent, you have no representation and no one looking out for your best interests!
What about FSBO (For Sale By Owner) Property?
I can help with these too! I have represented buyers with FSBO properties with much success. Most FSBO's are willing to co-op with a buyer's agent because they realize most buyers are already working with a realtor. Since the seller won't have professional representation, you definitely want someone with your best interests in mind to ensure you don't pay too much for your new home and that the entire process is handled ethically and legally. Keep in mind, only about 5% of all Central Ohio homes for sale are FSBOs. The majority of homes are listed with a realtor or real estate brokerage and will be found on the Columbus MLS. By working with me you'll have the opportunity to compare both listings and FSBO's to get the home that best meets your needs at the best possible price.
Why use a realtor when building my home?
You need someone looking out for your best interests! Suppose you were the defendant in an upcoming court case. Would you want the Plaintiff's attorney representing both sides? No! Remember, the builder has a dedicated sales representative whose job is to:
 Make sure you only buy from them.
Sell the home for the highest possible price.
Sell you highly profitable extras for the home.
Protect the best interest of the builder.
Won't I get a better deal if I go to the builder without a realtor?
Most reputable homebuilders in Central Ohio are "One Price" builders. This means that the price of the home is the same whether you have a realtor represent you or not. Builders set aside a portion of their marketing budget to encourage realtors to bring their clients, and this does not affect the cost of the home. As a matter of fact, builders expect, desire and encourage realtor participation because we bring them a large percentage of their business. You do not get a discount off the price of the home for not having a realtor represent you. |
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