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Making use of a Realtor

   How can a realtor assist me ?
Your search for a new home can be made much easier if you use the services of a realtor. Realtors make it their business to provide every service connected with your search for a home - from expert advice in the early stages, to careful monitoring of your property completion. The more closely you work with one realtor, the better your needs become known and the more effectively they can help you – saving you time and possible trouble. All realtors are bound to deal fairly and ethically with both the buyer and the seller. .

  What are the benefits of using a realtor ?

• The realtor can help you to set up a plan of action through an analysis of your needs and finances, the current housing market and homes available in your price range.
• The realtor personally conducts your search to find neighbourhoods and homes that fit your requirements.
• The realtor can guide you through making an offer on a home and presenting it to the seller.

   What is the role of the realtor ?

• The estate agent is the link between the buyer and the seller. The realtor(s) will negotiate an agreement of sale acceptable to both parties.
• An offer to purchase is drafted by the realtor. This must be signed by the realtor, the buyer and the seller. Once signed it becomes a legal binding contract of sale.
• A copy of this document must be attached to the financing application form.
• For this service, the realtor charges a fee or commission normally paid by the seller.