Why do I need a Real Estate Agent?

Five reasons why you still need a Real Estate Agent:

• A real estate agent acts as a liaison between buyers and sellers and has easy access to listings from other agents. They know what needs to be done to get the deal together.
• A real estate agent can convey your concerns to the seller's agent and, acting as a messenger, the agent might be in a better position to negotiate on behalf of the buyer.
• The real estate agent deals with the same contracts and conditions on a regular basis and is familiar with the forms and disclosures required.
• If you are working with a licensed real estate agent under an agreement, your agent will be bound by common law to a fiduciary relationship.
• Many people eschew using a real estate agent to save money, but keep in mind that it is unlikely that both the buyer and seller will reap the benefits of not having to pay commissions.

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