saad, Yes use a fulltime Realtor,they work for you,seller pays there fees(most states) why wouldnt you?good hunting.

TJ

Wed May 7 2008, 08:04

Saad,

As a first time home buyer, I would very much recommend you hire a good buyers agent. Talk to people you know in the areas you are looking, and ask for referrals. Remember, finding the house you want is only the start of the buying process. Good luck.

Wed Apr 30 2008, 08:39

Absolutely. If you work with one agent you will not be duplicating your hard work. An agent will be able to show you homes within your financial comfort level, and quite often will know homes that are going to be on the market long before they are actually in the local mls. Working with an agent will insure you of saving time, money, and will make your ordeal as stressfree as possible. Each agent/brokerage firm works differently - there are some agent that charge for buyer services and others do not. You will need to check with the brokerage you decide on working with. If you would like me to refer you to a good agent in your area, please go to my website and complete a relocation form. Agents at RE/MAX do referrals agent to agent - so there is no third party involved. We are a worldwide company.....I hope this helps.

Wed Apr 30 2008, 08:29

I have seen many first-timers "go it alone," because someone told them "..you don't need an agent.." They learned the hard way that they, indeed, do. I see this many times with new home builder's sales people.

Tue Apr 22 2008, 06:07

Saad,

As a first time home buyer, the answer is a resounding YES. You should not expect to pay any fees for representation, except if you choose to buy a for sale by owner and even then, most reasonable For Sale By Owner's will pay for your agent to "help" you.

The benefits of hiring an agent is not looking for the homes, you can do that online (although the agent has easier access to the MLS), the real benefit is having a professional negotiate for you and navigate the pitfalls.

Tue Apr 22 2008, 02:14

yes ofcourse Saad....you need to find an experieced agent so that he/she can give u relevant advice...

Tue Apr 22 2008, 00:17

Saad

This is going to be one of the most significant purchases of your life...by all means make sure you get a buyer's agent who will be your advocate, who will do a lot of research for you, give you the tools that you'll need to understand the escrow process, negotiate for you, etc. Ask for a Home Buyer Guide that most escrow companies provide --- this will serve like a Homebuying 101 primer for you.

One of my favorite resources is about.com Here's a link to Home Buying Guide to Getting Started http://homebuying.about.com/od/buyingahome/qt/0307Buyinghome.htm

There are many articles that may address your questions. Go ahead and explore, enjoy, then hire yourself a good agent.

Good luck.
Pacita

Mon Apr 21 2008, 23:24

Saad, Make sure you're absolutely clear about the role of agency before signing on with any realtor. Email me at vazquezgerry@yahoo.com for help in understanding agency, seller/buyer representation, ABR/CBR designations, and related matters. GerryV

Mon Apr 21 2008, 19:41

Yes you should most definitely work with an agent. The home buying process is complicated and a good agent will be a tremendous asset, assisting you with your search, negotiating the best price and terms, and guiding you through the entire process to close. All this and it costs you nothing since the seller traditionally pays the brokerage commissions. Good luck to you!

Mon Apr 21 2008, 18:16

Hi Saad, yes by all means you should get an agent. Buying your first house can be a real roller coaster ride. You need to find an experienced agent to help you and protect you from potential pit falls. Usually the agent is actually paid through the commission pre arranged with the seller. I would contact Real Estate agents in your area and just ask them if there are any fees.

Mon Apr 21 2008, 17:54