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Today, I’m here with our buyer’s agent, Erin Munich, to discuss her role on our team.
Erin has been a buyer’s agent for almost three years but has aspired to become one since her early 20s. She was finally able to make the jump, and now she loves it.
She is motivated by the fact that buying a house is probably the biggest investment that most people will make, so she really wants to help clients make the right decision. Her goal is to make sure that they’re looking at the right details when buying a house, instead of just glossing over the superficial details like paint color and decoration. More important details to pay attention to are the price point, location, and structure, since it will be where they spend the rest of their lives.
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Buying and selling a home is a very emotional transaction, which is why Realtors are there.
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According to Erin, buyers should be aware that the market right now is quite competitive, so it’s really important that people know what their top budget is. Ask your lender about your budget and monthly payments because the worst thing that could happen would be to find a home that you love and have it get swept out from under you by another buyer. Get pre-approved to know what price point they should be looking in and to know what potential roadblocks can get in the way during the buying process.
The process can be fun, and it can also be frustrating. Depending on the financing you qualify for, there are certain conditions that the home must satisfy. This is why we do an inspection to make sure that the home can satisfy all those qualifications for the loan. This may involve some negotiations to remedy those issues.
Buying and selling a home is a very emotional transaction, which is why Realtors are there. A listing agent’s first priority is to care of the seller’s needs. A buying agent’s sole purpose is to make sure their clients know exactly what it is they’re buying and that they’re getting it for the right price. They’re not there to talk you into buying a house; they could care less if you buy this or that house. Buyer’s agents don’t get paid until they’ve fulfilled their duties, which won’t happen until the client is happy with their purchase. When that happens, it’s the best.
If you have any questions about the services buyer’s agents provide or about real estate in general, please feel free to give us a call. Remember, it’s our job to make sure that you’re informed and satisfied.
