Working with a Realtor will save you time,money, effort, repair problems, and likely legal expense. Realtors are informed and practice according to a code of ethics. Some areas still do not have the online capability you desire and it is acceptable to consult the experts. Market value of recent sales of comparable properties determines what a buyer is willing to pay and what a seller may be willing to accept. Each market is different. I'm also in NE NC.

Hello:

I am Ron Vest a real estate broker in the Roanoke Rapids, Lake Gaston area and would welcome the opportunity to assist you in locating just the right property if this is area where you are located. If not would be happy to refer to someone in your area.

If I may be of service please contact me at ronnievest@embarqmail.com or phone 252-578-5547.

Have a wonderful day,

Ron

Websites are ABSOLUTELY useless as they base their information based on averages. I've found that they can be more than 30% off of what the true value is.

This is a time when a great real estate agent will make you money since they're paid by the seller and they can look to see what's happening with similar sold listings but tell you what's happening in your market which can affect price. Some factors are inventory levels, buyer demand, etc.

A rule I learned when I started investing in real estate before I became an agent is that as a buyer, you make your money on the purchase side. Plus, there's more to buying a house along with getting a killer price.

You don't need to ask the agent for each house. All you need is one agent who can help you find that information for all the houses you're interested in. I have a relative who is a very good broker in NC if you are in the Raleigh area.

A real estate agent will be able to do a search on all the criteria important to you and in the price range that you are looking for. This cuts out a lot of wasted time looking at properties that do not suit your needs.

Find an agent that you feel comfortable working with. They will save you valuable time and also look out for your best interests.

Good Luck!

An agent is your best source of information. The information we receive is accurately reported through the MLS. If you have an agent, he or she will not mind it if you run to him/her for the information. That's our job as agents. We don't mind the constant questions and need for information. A good agent should keep you updated, knowing your needs without you asking most of the time, anyway!