Find a Realtor
Most people start their home buying search by looking at sites such as Realtor.com, Zillow or Trulia. That’s completely fine and understandable, but step 1 to buying a home should be to hire a Realtor to represent you.
Searching online at Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, etc. on your own takes a LOT of time. A Realtor can set you up for automatic search via the MLS (Multiple Listing System). This means that each day (or how often you want to receive the search results) you’ll be emailed a list of all new properties matching your criteria or price reductions which now put a property in your budget. This is a HUGE time saver. And if you’re in a market, like Colorado, where great properties sell in a matter of days, it can be an enormous advantage to be able to get in and to see a property within a day or two of it going on the market.
So how do you find and choose the right Realtor for you? Start by contacting our team at (303) 956-4948 or Email Us to schedule an in-person meeting and see if we would be a good fit. Keep in mind that not all Realtors are right for everyone, so it's important to find someone who not only does a great job but also someone you like and can communicate with effectively. Look for a Realtor with experience, great customer service, and a deep understanding of the market you're interested in. Additionally, pay attention to how quickly they respond to your initial phone call or email, as this can be a good indicator of their overall responsiveness during negotiations.
If you're searching for top real estate agents in Colorado, the best realtors in Colorado, Denver or Boulder, consider our team at Appreciate Realty CO. Whether you’re a first time homebuyer, investor or looking to relocate we are experienced luxury, mountain real estate agents and real estate brokers who can help you find your dream home. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can assist you in your home buying journey.
Second, interview the Realtor by asking them very specific questions.
Important questions to ask BEFORE hiring a Realtor
How did you hear about me?
Are you a full time Realtor?
How long have you been in real estate?
How many clients have you worked with this year?
What tools do you have especially for first time home buyers?
What areas do you primarily work?
Will you be showing me homes or will your assistant?
Are you willing to work with me if I find a home FSBO?
How do you negotiate deals?
Do you attend the home inspection?
Do you handle the inspection negotiations?
Do you attend the walk through?
Do you attend the closing?
How do you feel about dual agency?
What qualities differentiate you from other Realtors?
Third, expect to sign a buyer agency agreement. Legally before you disclose confidential information to your Realtor, you should have a signed buyer agency agreement. That helps to insure that your Realtor will keep private information confidential.
If you have any questions, please let me know.