Should I get a buyer's agent?

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Hi, I am recently looking into buying real estate and am wondering if anyone has an opinion on if I should get a buyer's agent [LINK REMOVED] to work for me. I don't know much about the paperwork but I am good at home judgment. Anyways, Just looking for advice. Thanks

Marcus LaGrone · Answer

Jack,
You definitely want an agent, but you are not necessarily looking for just a buyer's agent. You are looking for an agent that can contribute to and increase your knowledge of a particular sub market.

You also want an agent that is investment savvy enough to learn your strategies and duplicate them so you donâ€™t have to work as hard.  Lazy agents will throw 30 houses at you and ask which one you want.  The type of agent that you canâ€™t live without will find 30 houses, evaluate all 30 according to your criteria, and hand you a list of five houses that fall in line with your goals. These agents come few and far between, but when you find them they become your biggest asset.
So yesâ€¦.get an agent, but understand that you may have to go through 5 of them before you find one that really understands their role.

JR McGee · Answer

An agent is probably your best bet according to what you are looking for.  It does not have to be a buyer agent per say as Marcus has said previously.  Any agent who has information and input in the field you are looking for would be a great asset for you to have on your side.  They will have a current feel for the market and be able to steer you away from bad investments.  You should be comfortable with the agent also don't let them try and talk you into something or sway your opinions.  Half of the battle is probably going to be finding an agent you are comfortable with and who really knows how to do their job.  Good luck!
          
          JR McGee 
          
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Matt Mathews · Answer

Yes!  An Exclusive Buyer Agent who's also a member of the National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents.  They are obligated under contract to provide 100% representation to Buyers Only-Never Sellers.  Any Broker who takes listings cannot be a member.  To note:  The new president of the  NAEBA is located in your area.

Should I get a buyer's agent?

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