Buying Tips
What to Expect From Your REALTOR®
When you buy with a REALTOR®, here's the level of guidance, access and protection you can count on.
Your REALTOR® explains the process
A REALTOR® guides you through the ins and outs of buying — current market conditions, legislation, transactional procedures and everything in between — held to strict standards that put buyers' interests first.
They assess your needs
One of the first questions is 'Why are you moving?' Your REALTOR® explores your timing, financial situation and future plans to build a detailed picture of your wants and needs, and refers you to qualified professionals when something falls outside their expertise.
A plan to find your dream home
Your REALTOR® helps you pin down what you want — pool, garage, yard, design, neighbourhood, proximity to schools or work — then compares your needs, wants and budget with what's available and makes recommendations that save you time. They accompany you to viewings and provide facts on the neighbourhood, utility costs and the home's condition.
Access to properties for sale
MLS® is an exclusive tool accessible through your REALTOR®, putting the details of a wide variety of listings at your fingertips and saving enormous time. REALTORS® are further obligated to uncover property details to avoid misrepresentation.
Skilled negotiators
REALTORS® are invaluable when bargaining with sellers. Your agent negotiates the offer, mediates conflicts between you and the seller, and draws up a legally binding agreement.
Honesty, integrity and legal know-how
Only members of CREA can call themselves REALTORS®, and they adhere to a strict Code of Ethics ensuring the highest level of service. A mishandled document can ruin a sale — your REALTOR® has the training to spot problems early and the resources to keep the process on track.
Questions about buying in Lagoon City?
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