The Role of Your Agent
The role of your real estate agent has evolved with technology. The majority of buyers welcome the use of the internet in searching for properties. I would like to point out some of the important duties your agent should provide in today's market.
-Refined property search using detailed criteria.
-Help you determine the best communities to consider based on your needs.
-Provide area information such as schools, taxing entities, utility services and special considerations based on the area, such as lake water quality for waterfront.
-Helping you determine a fair price and decide on the many options included in a contract.
-Facilitate the process of making and negotiating an offer utilizing the State of Texas approved contracts and addendums. There are over 100 documents and proper use of all the pertinent forms is critical to help protect the buyer.
-Coordinate a transaction from start to finish including assisting you with inspections, surveys, Property Owner's Associations, mortgage lenders, appraisers and title companies.
-Be a source for finding the source of any information you are seeking.
-Bring a business minded attitude to the sometimes emotional aspects of buying a home.