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Why Use An
Agent
Choose an agent who
understands your needs
Here are a few questions to ask to help you
determine if an agent is right for you:
- Will you be representing my interests?
- Do you have access to MLS information?
- Will you provide market evidence to support
the price?
- Will you look after closing and possession
details?
- Can you be contacted at any time?
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Working with an agent
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An agent's job is to:
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Provide information on the
property and the area
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Negotiate a price and terms that
are agreeable to both buyer and seller
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Help arrange a source of
financing
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As a homebuyer, you must work with your
agent to find the home that's right for you. Communication
is key--tell your agent what you want, and be specific.
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Offer a detailed description of your
property needs and wants. If you will absolutely not
consider a house without a hardwood floor, say so. And if
air conditioning is a "nice to have" rather than a "must
have" communicate that, too.
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Be specific about where you want to live. If
you refuse to live outside a certain area, it might take
longer to find you a home, but your agent will know not to
waste your time with anything not in your chosen
neighbourhood.
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Tell you agent what you can afford. He or
she can help you get a pre-approved mortgage so you know for
sure what your price range will be.
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Communicate your likes and dislikes for each
property you see. It will help your agent narrow down the
possibilities.
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Commit to one salesperson.
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Respect and perform the terms of the
purchase agreement.
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Keep an open mind. Agents know about those
charming little areas that you've never even heard of. You
might find your dream home in a completely unexpected place.
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