Phyllis and Kris 2019
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28 Reasons to Choose The Barr Tradition as Your Buyer's Agent

  1. We will conduct a buyer counseling session with you to talk about your needs and goals.
  2. We will provide you with our “Exclusive Homebuyer Guidebook.” This guidebook gives you a detailed look at the buying process from start to finish.
  3. We will discuss agency alternatives for you and our Buyer Representation Agreement
  4. We will offer to arrange a pre-approval appointment with a reputable mortgage lender to discuss your needs and desires and to identify your price range. This could increase your negotiating strength at contract time.
  5. We will schedule and show the properties that meet your criteria.
  6. We will run a computer program daily to find properties that meet your criteria.
  7. We will develop a customized computer search that meet your specific needs and wants for your new home and email those listings to you through Maris.
  8. We will use the in-house Coldwell Banker Gundaker computer system to help locate properties that are coming on the market.
  9. We will use our agent-to-agent network groups to help locate properties that are coming on the market.
  10. We will discuss the positive and negative features of a property that may affect its value and future resale.
  11. We will discuss the differences between For Sale By Owner, New Construction, Short Sales, Hud Homes, and Foreclosures.
  12. We will review all disclosures, inspection reports and other documents pertaining to the condition of the property.
  13. We will discuss the appraisal contingency or any other addendum that pertains to your specific needs and situation.
  14. We will explain the option of a Home Warranty Plan to reduce your risk of a repair when purchasing the property.
  15. We will discuss a negotiation strategy for the property you select, including a Comparative Market Analysis and advise on the initial offer where permitted
  16. We will prepare a written offer on the property you select, with terms approved by you.
  17. We will review all terms and conditions in the sales contract and all riders with you.
  18. We will use our expertise and knowledge to help you obtain the best possible price and terms for the property you select.
  19. We will recommend that you obtain a building, termite and any environmental inspections.
  20. We will refer you to professional service providers for any or all inspections.
  21. We will accompany you to any inspections and your walk-through before closing, and will assist you in dealing with any problems discovered at the walk-through.
  22. We will work with you to request the seller remedy the items you specify after you review all the inspection reports as stated in the contract.
  23. We will monitor and inform you of the progress of the contract, including the satisfaction of all contingencies and conditions during the entire transaction.
  24. We will provide you with our “Exclusive After Purchase Handbook.” This handbook will help guide you from the sale contract to the closing of your property.
  25. We will accompany you on a thorough walk through of the property before closing.
  26. We will be present at the time of your closing to ensure you are a well-satisfied customer.
  27. We will be in touch with you after your closing to follow-up on any additional service needs or questions.
  28. We will always be available for your real estate needs.