Be Wary About the Listing Agent
Traditionally, buyers would stop at a house for sale and be shown the property by an
agent sitting there. But the problem with that method is that the agent sitting there is
usually the listing agent. And in most cases, he or she represents the seller.
Be careful about what you say to a listing agent. A listing agent's role is to find a buyer,
and to get as high a price and as good terms as possible for the seller. He or she is
required to inform the seller of any facts that may influence the seller's decision about
whether to accept an offer or not.
For example, if you mention to the listing agent how much mortgage you are qualified for,
don't be surprised if the seller knows too.
Always keep in mind that you want the lowest price and the best terms. If an agent is not
directly working for you, they could very well be working against you.
agent sitting there. But the problem with that method is that the agent sitting there is
usually the listing agent. And in most cases, he or she represents the seller.
Be careful about what you say to a listing agent. A listing agent's role is to find a buyer,
and to get as high a price and as good terms as possible for the seller. He or she is
required to inform the seller of any facts that may influence the seller's decision about
whether to accept an offer or not.
For example, if you mention to the listing agent how much mortgage you are qualified for,
don't be surprised if the seller knows too.
Always keep in mind that you want the lowest price and the best terms. If an agent is not
directly working for you, they could very well be working against you.
Still have questions? Contact me today for a
free consultation!
free consultation!
Colin O’Neal
Buyer’s Agent
200 North Rufe Snow Drive, Ste.102
Keller, TX 76248
(817) 898-0145 Office
(817) 898-1771 Fax
colin@househuntersdfw.com
Buyer’s Agent
200 North Rufe Snow Drive, Ste.102
Keller, TX 76248
(817) 898-0145 Office
(817) 898-1771 Fax
colin@househuntersdfw.com
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