Buying a home is personal and emotional. So the relationship with your real estate agent has to be built on expertise, trust and mutual respect. After all, they will be acting as your eyes, ears and voice throughout the process. They have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interests, to be completely transparent and accountable to you.<\/p>

Here\u2019s what I will do:<\/strong><\/p>

\u2022 Educate you about the current market conditions<\/p>

\u2022 Discuss and analyze your wants and needs against your budget<\/p>

\u2022 Guide you to homes that fit your criteria<\/p>

\u2022 Coordinate the work of other professionals you\u2019ll need during the process<\/p>

\u2022 Negotiate with the seller on your behalf<\/p>

\u2022 Make sure all the required paperwork is fully completed, accurate and that deadlines are met<\/p>

\u2022 Work with you to resolve any challenges that may arise<\/p>

And while your agent will likely be a great source of advice on financing, it is ultimately your responsibility to understand and secure it. So, let\u2019s move on to financing\u2026<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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