A Complete Guide to Buyer’s Agent

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WELCOME TO
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A Complete Guide To Buyers Agent
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Real estate agents play a number of roles in a
day. They have to don several hats. If at one
time, a real estate agent is the buyers agent,
at the same time, he/ she must be someones
seller agent. Not just this, the real estate
agents also have to shuffle between several
other roles like being an advisor, researcher,
auctioneer, administrator, and so on. Today, in
this blog, I will explain to you all about the
role of a buyers agent, why is it important for
you to have a buyers agent, how to look for the
right real estate agent for yourself. So, let us
get started.
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What is a Buyers Agent?
A licensed real estate agent is one who
specializes in searching, evaluating, and buying
a property on the behalf of the client. The
buyers agent is also called the buyers advocate
as he/she negotiates on the behalf of the buyer.
Some real estate agents offer their services
exclusively as buyers agents while others play
all other roles too in their day-to-day life. An
agent who is an exclusive buyers agent
represents home buyers and property investors in
buying properties. There are different types of
properties a buyer can purchase like
residential, commercial, or investment property.
Some real estate agents also classify their roles
based on the type of property a buyer has to
purchase.
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Roles and Responsibilities of a Buyers
Agent
A buyers agent is responsible for carrying out
the number of activities as described
below Strategizing Conducting
Research Shortlisting the Potential Opportunities
Evaluating Negotiating
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Strategizing
A buyers agent will help the buyer in setting
goals. He listens to the needs and requirements
of buyers and according to that, real estate
agents help in formulating a buyers brief.
Communication is the key. Without it, the real
estate agent may fail to understand what a buyer
is looking for. Based on the conversation, the
buyers agent will help in identifying the best
suburbs that not only will fit your budget but
will also bring the desired change in
lifestyle. For instance, if you are a buyer and
looking for a large family home that has
schools, shops, and other facilities in its
vicinity. The buyers agent will look into all
the factors and find you one in a suitable
location that too within the budget you desire.
The buyer's agents are able to bring profitable
and satisfactory deals for their clients with
the help of wide contacts.
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Conducting Research
Another role a buyers agent plays are of a
researcher the one who looks into the possible
opportunities for their clients. The property
buyers agent always has a wealth of information
on the cities and suburbs. They are well updated
with every move or the changes that take place
in the property market. Due to their knowledge,
and wide network, the real estate agents are able
to close the deal in less time.
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Shortlisting the Potential Opportunities
After conducting research, it is the
responsibility of the buyers agent to look for
potential properties for their client. They look
for properties that meet the key criteria that
best fit the needs of the buyer.
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Evaluating
Once the ideal property is found and agreed upon
by the buyer, the buyers agent will complete
the propertys appraisal and give a clear
indication of the current market value. The
seasoned real estate buyers agents will offer
valuable market insights about the true value of
the potential purchase.
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Negotiating
This is the step where the property buyers agent
shows their real expertise. By negotiating well,
a buyers agent can get you a great deal as well
as save you a lot of dollars. They prevent you
from making impulsive decisions. Not just this,
it is also the duty of a real estate agent to
coordinate the inspections in the building. These
small but important chores also take the stress
away from the mind of the buyer. Other than the
above roles, the buyers agent can help you with
the following Creating a list of most suitable
properties and then sourcing those Suggesting if
the property needs an inspection or not.
Providing an accurate market value of the
propertys worth. Reviewing and preparing the
documents of the contract. Negotiating and making
settlements - like to have access to the
property before making any settlement.
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Why Do You Still Need a Buyers Agent?
There is no doubt we all have easy access to the
internet and loads of information is available on
it. You can go and search for anything that you
are looking for. But that information will not
give you practical knowledge on real estate and
how it works. One can only get such real-time
knowledge from a real estate agent i.e., a
buyers agent if you are looking to buy a
property. Hiring a real estate agent will give a
number of benefits like Save you time,
money You get an accurate appraisal Access to
off-market properties Access to the latest
market data You stay stress-free You get a
better deal They save you from making any mistake
(financially or emotionally) Guide you at every
step right from researching to closing the deal
You build new contacts which are also good for
longer-term.
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How to Find a Right Buyers Agent for Yourself?
After looking at the benefits a buyers agent
provides, you must be looking for the right real
estate agent for yourself. Well, there is no
right or wrong but you should certainly consider
some of the most important factors before hiring
a real estate agent before buying a home. Look
for the total number of years. The more the
experience, the more will be the contacts and
knowledge. Check the buyers agents recent
record. The suburbs the buyers agent
specializes in. Understand the fees and its
structure. Check the testimonials, feedback,
reviews. Does the agent have a license or
not. Check if he/she is a member of REBAA or any
relevant industry association. Apart from all of
the above, a buyers agent must also possess
certain qualities like they should have an
easy-going personality. The agents must be open
to conversation, always on-their-toes, and should
be available to answer buyers queries. Jasmine
real estate agents in Lyndhurst have all the
above qualities. If you are looking forward to
buying a property, contact us now and let the
work begin.
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