Do you really need a Realtor?

Written By: Miller and Associates Realty On: 18th August 2015 Under: Uncategorized

The way we purchase and sell homes has changed dramatically: most shopping and research is done online, as opposed to spending days with your real estate agent looking through books and sifting through information. So the question is raised: is a Realtor necessary for your real estate transaction?

For most Americans, a real estate purchase is the largest single purchase you will make in your lifetime.  It’s a complicated legal process with long-term effects on your financial well-being, and you need an experienced Realtor to help you navigate the process successfully. Here are a few reasons it is important to get the right Realtor on your side.

Fiduciary Responsibility: When you work with a Realtor, you have an experienced professional looking out for your best financial interests.  A Realtor is contractually bound to protect your interests, whether you are the buyer or the seller. Realtors are held to a high standard of conduct and ethics, and have the knowledge and experience to help buyers and sellers build their estates.

Finding the right home: Realtors can provide information about a home that you may not know otherwise.  They are knowledgeable about concerns with specific building materials used in the home, the community, and have access to details about the home you are considering.

Compliance with real estate regulations and laws: Realtors must stay current with updates in laws and regulations in order to be successful and avoid harsh penalties. Every state is different, and laws change every year and can vary greatly from state-to-state. Realtors are required to complete Continuing Education courses in order to stay current with changes and retain their licenses.

At Miller & Associates Realty, we believe our clients are best served by employing a team approach to service. In this way, a Realtor is available 24/7 to address your questions and concerns.  Call Miller & Associates at 850-249-6655 to meet with a Realtor today.