Guidance For Buyers Who Seeking A Realtor To Help With Buying A 3-BR House In Manassas

Photo of 8601 Webster Tavern Way The right real estate agent is not necessarily flamboyant, and might work for a family business (or a Fortune-400 company). The ideal agent wants to find a home that appeals to you (rather than to the agent), doesn't get hurt feelings if you have a different opinion, and is one who listens to you. Stuart Nesbitt No two home buyers want the same things from a home. Some buyers have a large down-payment.Some buyers want a big lawn. Some buyers need garage parking. Just as buyers are different, realtors have different areas of focus and patience. Here's a few tips for selecting the real estate professional for you when your purchasing in 20109: Nesbitt Realty is a family-run real estate brokerage located in Northern Virginia.
  1. Check out real estate professional referrals. — I like Angie’s List because I know that Angie’s List voice verifies each review. You can also see if the agent or brokerage has any awards for client satisfaction.
  2. Speak with a few real estate professionals — There is no one-size-fits-all. I know that I'm not the agent for every buyer. The agent you choose should be able to clearly understand your needs.
  3. It's critical that you and your agent share a certain rapport. — You want a good listener and an agent this isn't eager to the point of desperation. You will probably be working with your Realtor anywhere from 2 to 12 months, so it helps to get along with them.
  4. Ask them how they search for houses. — When selecting a realtor, ask how they search for homes. Some agents have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s best for you, not what’s best for your agent. So make sure the agent is willing to search high and low to find the best home for you. That includes using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as their own personal network.
  5. Find out more about your representation agreement. — The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all agents to sign a representation agreement before showing properties or having material discussions about a specific property. Be very wary of any agent that is no concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. It doesn't hurt to have a lawyer take a look at your representation agreement, but usually that's not necessary. The document is pretty straight forward. Some representation agreements describe a rebate paid to the buyer at closing. (Nesbitt Realty offers rebates.) You'll want to read the fine print to make sure that this rebate isn't pulled away at the last minute.
Photo of 8601 Webster Tavern Way I’m a local expert on Northern Virginia real estate. To learn more about 8601 Webster Tavern Way or any house for sale in Manassas Virginia, contact me. I’m Stuart Nesbitt and I appreciate the opportunity.

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Stuart Nesbitt is a Realtor® licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia. His office is located in Fairfax County near the City of Alexandria in Belle Haven. He was born and raised in Northern Virginia and attended Fairfax County schools. Call him at any time to discuss your real estate needs.