Buying a Home Is Easy
If you work with a real estate agent who is a Realtor¨.

Some people think buying a home is as simple as:
* Looking at houses online
* Finding something you can afford
* Signing some papers

But thereÕs so much more to it.
Some of the things a real estate agent who is a Realtor¨ helps you with include:

Realtors¨ Help You Get Started:
* Education client on home buying process and coordinate a plan.
* Review buyer rep agreement, agree upon representation and negotiate compensation.
* Understand budget and explain what will be needed financially.
* Search local MLS broker marketplaces to find best matches.
* Serve as local housing market expert (e.g., price trends negotiation trends, community).
* Arrange tours of homes and neighborhoods.
* Decipher public property and tax information.

Realtors Help You Find a Home
* Research home information that aligns with buyersÕ interests.
* Prepare buyer to have the most attractive offer in the current marketplace
* Coordinate professional home inspections, consultations with lenders and necessary property assessments.
* Develop competitive offers and negotiate the best price and terms.
* Represent clientsÕ best interest, advise throughout the negotiation process and close the deal.
* Steward multiple parties and schedules to save buyer time.
* Look beyond dŽcor, flooring and paint colors to other significant aspects of home.

Realtors Help You Achieve Homeownership
* Navigate state and federal forms
* Research mortgage rates, terms and reputable lenders.
* Coordinate with lenders.
* Steward important contract deadlines.
* Provide guidance for walk throughs prior to closing to ensure property condition.
* Work with necessary parties to ensure all contractual terms are completed by closing.
* Advocate for buyer throughout entire process and closing.
* Review buyerÕs closing statement to ensure accuracy.
* Provide information for everything needed to live in new home.
* Ensure all required actions are complete in advance, so closing day is a celebration, rather than a stressor.
* Remain a lifelong, trusted advisor! 

Source: National Association of Realtors¨