Why Use a Realtor®

Buying a home is the biggest investment most people will ever make, but not all real estate agents are equal. Find out how the experience and training of a Realtor® can help you get into your dream home.

1. What Exactly Is a Realtor?
Not every salesperson with a license to sell real estate is a Realtor. Here are the reasons why you should know the difference.

2. Why You Should Use a Realtor
Buying a home is the largest investment most people will make. Work with a Realtor to get the best professional advice out there.

3. The Real Estate Commission Explained
It might look like a lot of money, but most real estate agents share their commission with at least two others before they get a check.

4. Buyer Agents: Working for You Free of Charge
Home buyers should always have their own agent to represent their interests. Buyer agents are free to you, so why not use one?

5. Listing Agent vs. Buyer Agent: Who Works for You?
If you wouldn’t use your spouse’s attorney to represent you in a divorce, why use the seller’s agent to represent you in a home purchase?

6. What Is Dual Agency?
There are pros and cons to dual agency. Here’s how to know if it works to your best interests.

7. How to Find a Realtor
Get tips on finding and choosing a Realtor to help you navigate through the home buying or selling process.

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