Question:   What is the #1 mistake home buyers make when searching for and purchasing a home?

Answer:   Not hiring their own Real Estate agent(!)  

Most home buyers know that the 'listing agent' is the agent who works directly for the Seller of a home or property of any type.   The listing agents are the ones you see in the magazines advertising a home, or on TV, or at an Open House ... or on the MLS.   Many buyers, it seems, do not understand the many DISADVANTAGES to not hiring their own agent for representation.  Rather, these buyers insist on dealing directly with the listing agent when purchasing their home.   This is perhaps the biggest mistake any Buyer could make.  
   

A few FACTS to consider before you potentially make this major mistake...

1.  The listing agent (the one hired by the seller) works for the SELLER.   This agents job is to net the highest possible sale price for their Seller client.   They often have an established relationship or are even friends with the seller.  They might even be related to the seller.  Above all, their job always is to have the sellers best interests at heart - NOT YOURS!

Do you really want this person giving you advice and writing up your offer?   Wouldn't you prefer to have someone negotiating a better price and better terms on YOUR behalf?    A buyers agent will help uncover all the pertinent facts of a home; research the sales in the neighbourhood and perhaps even steer you away from a problematic property  (I do it all the time!).   Would the Sellers agent try to steer you away?  

2.  Hiring your own buyer's Real Estate agent to assist you in your search and purchase, under all typical circumstances, does not cost you anything.  However, the services and advantages we offer you are MANY ... perhaps too many to even list here.

3.  Many Listing agents (the ones hired by the seller of a home)  will gladly assist you to purchase the property they have listed.  Why?   Well ... simply ... they do not have to share the listing commission with another Real estate agent if you purchase your home through them.  

4.  Any Real Estate agent can privately show you all homes listed on the MLS -and very often MORE than just the MLS listings.   Rather than driving around on Sunday looking for Open House signs ...  rather than endlessly scanning the internet ...  rather than calling potentially dozens of listing agents for information  -why not have your OWN Real Estate agent take care of all this (and much, much more) for you?         

5.  A great Buyer's agents can keep you informed about a new property AS SOON AS A HOME MEETING YOUR DESCRIPTION IS LISTED BY ANY REAL ESTATE COMPANY & ANY REAL ESTATE AGENT!

Being 1st in line for anything is always an advantage.  It is an absolute MUST in Real Estate.   You have to know and view these homes 1st if you are a serious buyer ... otherwise you risk the chance of another Buyer submitting their offer before you even know the home is for sale.   Remember, there are no 'rain cheques' being offered in Real Estate.  Once someone else purchases your ideal home ... you have no choice but to continue looking.   This can be devastating for many buyers.   

**HIRE A PROFESSIONAL BUYER'S AGENT AND YOU WILL DEFINITELY BE THE ONE WITH ALL THE ADVANTAGES!

**YOU WILL VERY LIKELY PAY LESS FOR YOUR NEXT HOME AND YOU WILL BE AMONG THE VERY FIRST  OF ALL POTENTIALLY INTERESTED BUYERS TO EVEN KNOW THE NEW LISTING EXISTS.  

**PETER JEFFERY IS  A SPECIALIZED AGENT WHO CAN ASSIST YOU WITH ALL THE PROGRAMS AND PERSONAL ATTENTION REQUIRED TO ENSURE YOUR ULTIMATE HOME BUYING SUCCESS.



   CALL PETER JEFFERY TODAY AT 209-1130 TO GET STARTED!     

Let's Start By Asking a Few Key Questions:

- How much can you can afford?		- How many bedrooms/bathrooms do you need?
- What style do you prefer, a one or two story?		- What size of house are you looking for? Square Feet?
- What is your time frame for finding a house?		- Are schools or access to transportation important?
- Are there any features you DON'T like?		- Are there any extras you would like to have?

I will work together with you to answer these questions and any others that you may have.

Once we have established your priorities, I will provide you with the following:

A complete package for us to review, showing all of the properties available(MLS Search) that meet your profile.

As your Sutton Group Realtor,  I'm very familiar with the local market.  By knowing all your particular requirements, I can eliminate homes that do not meet your needs and will make appointments to show you only the homes of greatest potential interest to you.

I take the buying process as seriously as my buyers do, therefore I offer nothing but the highest quality of service to my clients. When you decide to purchase your home, make sure you hire someone whom you can trust and someone who wants to earn your business. Buying your home is one of the most important purchases you will make, so make sure you have the right agent who can provide you with the enhanced service you deserve.

When you understand current market conditions, you are better able to position yourself as a Seller. It helps to know if you are in a Seller's, Buyer's or Balanced market when setting your asking price. In a Buyer's market there is a lot more competition and Buyers have plenty of choices and room to negotiate, forcing you to be very competitive when setting your price.

Here are some of the steps I will take to find your perfect home:

Determine Your Wants and Needs
This is the single most important step. By asking you a series of questions I will establish what you are looking for. My goal is to not waste your time by looking at properties that are not in your price range or homes that don't meet you needs. Throughout the buying process I will maintain your confidentiality and represent your best interests.

Help You Get Pre-Qualified
This step will show you how much you can afford.  This is accomplished by speaking with your financial institution and establishing what monthly payments you will be comfortable with.

Home Shopping
I will use every available method to locate a property that matches your search parameters.  This will include properties listed with our office, offered through other real estate companies, as well as unlisted properties.  I will disclose all known facts about the property that are likely to affect your decision. When I find the home that meets your criteria, I will assist you in writing an offer and act as a liason between you and the seller.