Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Smart Buyers Hire REALTORS

Miami Herald: Leader's Columns


  • Smart Buyers Hire REALTORS®

    by Natascha Tello, 2013 Chairman of the Board | Jul 16, 2013
    Natascha Tello
    2013 Chairman of the Board
    MIAMI Association of REALTORS®
    Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions most of us will ever make. That's why a great majority of buyers in the South Florida real estate market turn to Realtors who are members of the National Association of Realtors (or NAR) and the MIAMI Association of Realtors to help them find the right home in the right neighborhood for the right price.
    Some buyers, though - roughly 11 percent last year, according to the NAR - choose to go it alone, running the risk of making costly mistakes along the way. Some of the mistakes buyers typically make include skipping the pre-sale inspection, investing in a foreclosure or short sale that ends up becoming a bottomless money pit, and wasting time looking at homes that are way out of their price range.
    With access to the latest tools, resources, and services available, a MIAMI Realtor can help buyers find their dream home in a short span of time. Through a MIAMI Realtor, you can search the South Florida multiple listing service (or MLS) in 19 languages and receive instant notifications when new homes are on the market. When buying a home, a MIAMI Realtor:
    • Helps determine your buying power in the present real estate market
    • Identifies homes that best match your specific needs, including proximity to schools or work
    • Assists in the selection process by providing objective information about each property
    • Helps negotiate your purchase
    • Provides due diligence during the evaluation of the property
    • Offers advice on different financing options and helps to identify qualified lenders
    • Guides you through the closing process to make sure everything goes smoothly

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