Hudson Valley Happenings Blog : Why Wouldn't You Work With A Buyer's Agent?

Many people who look for real estate believe they will get a better deal if they work directly with the listing agent of a property they are interested in.  I wonder why this is.  I want someone who works with my best interests in mind when I am spending so much money.

I will never forget the first time I dealt with an agent during the sale of the house my husband owned before we were married and the purchase of a new home.  It was in the early 1990's and the change to disclosure of who works for who was just coming into being.  I was shocked to learn that the agents prior to this change had all worked for the buyer.  Even if the agent was showing you multiple houses listed by many different agencies, they were obligated to get the most for the seller of the property not the best deal for the buyer they were working with. 

It is not that way today.  You can choose to work with an agent who will work to find you the best house possible and follow through to negotiate the best deal for you.  A buyer's agent can put together a tour of properties that meet your criteria regardless of who listed them.  You will get to see the variety of properties in your price range to allow you to find the best one for you.  They will point out obvious defects and can provide you with information on recent house sales that will help you and your agent make an offer so that you can present the best deal you can to the seller and hopefully allow you to get the property you want.  Your agent will be there to help you find a loan officer, home inspection, work with your attorney, and any other aspects of your purchase.  They will keep in touch with everyone who is involved with getting you into your new home.

Knowing this should make a difference to you.  Whether you are looking for a place to live, investment property, or something for your business working with an agent who is on your side.  Put a buyer's agent on your team and you will come out a winner.

I would love to hear from anyone anywhere who is interested in working with a buyer's agent.  I work in New York state but would be happy to help you get someone on your team who would look out for you.   

Have a great day.

Paddy Pizappi