Purchasing a home is an enormous investment. There are a lot of moving parts and quite often, unexpected challenges that surface throughout the process. That’s why it is so important to work with a full time realtor that is representing your best interests, and only yours.
Although it may seem logical to search for homes online and then book a showing with each listing realtor, if you like a home and then purchase it through them, you are doing yourself a huge disservice. Listing agents are legally bound to put their seller’s best interests at the forefront of the deal, not yours. Their priority is securing the highest price and finalizing the deal — often with the added motivation of earning a double commission. This is why it’s crucial to have your own agent who is fully dedicated to your best interests.
Even if that means advising you to walk away.
It is also vital to work with someone who is in tune with the current market conditions and can tailor a strategy specific to your situation. While monthly market stats can provide a broad overview, if the market is on the rise in real time and multiple buyers are competing for properties, your approach will need to be very different than in a more balanced market where sellers tend to have some flexibility. These shifts happen quickly, and failing to adapt can significantly impact your bottom line.
Our goal is to help you find you the right property for this time in your life, as well as help you figure out what you might need in five years in order to plan accordingly. Jen can also show you what you can do to cultivate that feeling of home and to increase the value of the property while you are there in order to maximize your investment when you do decide to sell.
