Why Buy Your Next Home with a Realtor?

Why should I buy my next Home with a Realtor? 

It's a question many people like yourself ask themselves when making the potentially largest purchase of a lifetime. Before you start your search for a new home, consider working with a Realtor. And not just any Realtor, do your research, ask friends and family what Realtor they used. A great Realtor can provide you with invaluable information in a number of ways and potentially save you thousands at no cost to you.

So you ask, "What can a Realtor can do for me as I search for a home?" They will:

• Help you determine how much home you can afford
• Explain financing options and help you find the right loan  you and your family
• Give you trusted loan officers to weigh your financial options with
• Assist in your home search through the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and other online sites
• Provide objective data about each property — including information you might not realize is available

What will a Realtor do for me once I find a perfect home?", they will:

• Protect your interests by acting as your personal expert negotiator
• Help you get and understand any homeowner association documents
• Coordinate appraisals and provide assistance to your lender 
• Walk you through a home inspection and help you understand the condition of a property as well as provide trusted contractors to complete repairs
• Use professional expertise to resolve any issues that may arise with the seller that could delay closing or void the contract
• Explain financial costs such as earnest money deposits, escrow accounts, and closing costs
• Represent you during the final walk-through to make sure everything is in order and any repairs have been made properly
• Work with you and the seller’s agent to have a smooth closing by explaining what exactly you will need for settlement

Even AFTER settlement has concluded, a great Realtor continue as your real estate professional and will assist your needs throughout home ownership. 

Are you thinking about starting your home search? The local experts at Ask Gina & Company have successfully closed hundreds of transactions since 1996 and would gladly extend their professional real estate advice and skills to you. Call 703-574-3478 to unlock the possibilities!