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10 Things to Keep in Mind While Home Searching

Searching for a new home can be fun but also overwhelming. There are so many things to be aware of. A great real estate agent will make sure you’re keeping your wants, needs, and budget in mind. But there are so many things to keep in mind when you’re buying a home. So. Many. It’s really hard to remember them all, so here’s a list of a few things you might not have thought of:

Why use a buyer agent?

As you’ve probably noticed, you can easily attend open houses to find the home of your dreams, so why would you bother with a real estate agent who will just pester you with questions, phone calls, and emails? Finding a buyer agent to represent you is important to make sure your best interests are represented throughout a purchase. Using a buyer agent won’t cost you anything because those services are paid for by the home seller.

What does it mean to be a Licensed Real Estate Agent?

I met a client at a property last week and we got to chatting as we were waiting for the listing agent to arrive. He worked in International Development so I was telling him about my previous career which was very aligned and how I had recently decided to make a move to real estate.

His first question: “Are you licensed?”

My response: “Yes! If I wasn’t licensed I couldn’t be here showing you this property.”