Maria K. Miller-RE/MAX Condos Plus Corporation

Buying a home is certainly one of the most rewarding experiences most of us ever have; it’s also one of the most challenging. If you are buying for the first time, the process may be overwhelming. Even if you have been through it several times, every move is different and presents new challenges.
One clear advantage of enlisting the help of a realtor is simply that you don’t have to “go it alone”. A good realtor has the training, the knowledge and the experience to help you every step of the way. This makes the process of finding, buying, and moving into your new home as smooth, quick, and enjoyable as it can be.

Another advantage is that a realtor represents a valuable source of information about market trends, legalities, neighbourhoods, and especially access to information about homes for sale throughout the areas in which you are interested. Remember, not every home seller runs an ad in the local paper or puts up a sign in the yard. You could be driving by some outstanding properties that may be just what you’re looking for in a home. An realtor, on the other hand, offers you access to complete, regularly updated information about every home listed by area agents through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).

Real estate agents involved in a given transaction are usually paid a commission by the Seller on the sale of the home; there is minimal cost to the buyer. An agent’s professional expertise and effort can be of considerable help throughout the buying process.