IF I find a property on trulia.com that I like should I contact the realtor I am normally dealing with or

Alvy
Home Buyer
Wantagh, NY

contact the realtor in the listing? New buyer here - obviously

Answers (3)
Ted Gounelas
Agent
Manorville, NY

Unless you're made of Rubber you should not be bouncing around! Interview agents, Hire one that you are comfortable with & who is competent to represent you. Now work with them to find the right home for you.

Tue Jun 24 2008, 20:29
Barbara McDermo...
Broker
Massapequa Park, NY

Hi Mark, If you had signed an agreement with that agent, then you must contact that agent. If you have not, you may call any agent you want. However, I suggest that you work with an agent that you feel comfortable with. Don't be bouncing around. In New York, unless you hire an agent to represent you, they all represent the seller. Wouldn't you want to be represented? I am an Accreditted Buyers Representative in your area and would take the time to explain the difference. There are very few agents who have the knowledge, experience and credentials to be a buyer's representative. Call anytime (516) 236-8302

Tue Jun 24 2008, 10:14
Susan Wesely
Agent
Saint Paul, MN
FIRST ANSWER

Mark - do you have a buyer agreement with a Realtor? If so, that is the person you should contact. If not, you should find a Realtor that you are comfortable with who will represent you. A buyer's agent does more than just find a property - in fact, many buyers find the property themselves, but rely on their Realtor to get the deal to closing. Buyers agents look out for the buyer's best interests, and perform such duties as .preparing paperwork, providing advice and information, negoitiating on your behalf.

Sat Jun 21 2008, 19:01

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