A Realtor Is the Housing Agent You Need

There is a lot of research and paperwork that goes into selling or purchasing a new home. While it is possible to explore some of this research independently, a realtor can make this process much easier. This is especially true if the buyer is looking for property in a specific area or neighborhood. A realtor can help by providing objective information about both the neighborhood and any available properties. They can provide information on a number of factors including zoning, utilities, and schools. This information will be very important in areas that are prone to flooding, wild fire, or other natural disaster. With this information, the potential homeowner can decide if a particular property is a good investment. If some of these factors have an impact on the property, the real estate broker can help the homeowner negotiate a fair price. Furthermore, there may be other negotiating factors such as date of possession, financing terms, and the inclusion of furnishings or repairs, to name a few. Otherwise, it is possible that the homeowner could pay full market value for a home that may not be worth the asking price. When it comes to the purchase of a home, the realtor can also help determine their client's buying power. Purchasing a home is a big investment that requires a combination of financial reserves and borrowing capacity. Since many homeowners cannot afford to outright purchase a home, they will need to secure a loan. The realtor can help the buyer determine what they can realistically afford, based on their income and any current debts. 

A realtor can also provide services related to selling your home. During the selling process, the realtor can provide up-to-date information on the housing market, this includes the financing terms, condition, and selling price of comparable homes in your area or neighborhood. They will also provide due diligence in the inspection and evaluation of the property. Many times will be factors such as location and any necessary repairs that can affect the overall selling price of the home. The real estate broker can advise the homeowner on any of these factors that will affect the overall ability to sell the home, and price the home accordingly. Once the home is ready to continue with the selling process, the realtor will advertise and market the home.

Realtor services are invaluable. Luckily, the fee for these services is only due after the home has been sold. In fact, the buyer typically pays the agent nothing. Instead, the realtor will asses a commission, which will be a percentage of the final sale price of the home.