Meeting with your Agent for the First Time.
When a real estate agent begins to work with a new buyer, we will sit down with you, ask a number of questions, and listen carefully to your answers. Our purpose during this initial interview is to explain the laws of agency to you as well as get a clear idea of what kind of property or home you are looking for and your approximate price range. We explain how we will function as your real estate representative, what the local home buying market is like, and what we can do to help you locate that perfect home. As a buyer you should always hire a buyer’s agent to represent your best interests. A buyer’s agent ensures your interests are looked after and could save you significant amounts of money in the long run than if you do not have one.
This is very important when it comes to new construction sites. Be aware that once you sign in to a new construction site that you very well may have just signed away your right to your own representation. So even before looking at new Williamsburg real estate on your own, it would be beneficial to have a buyer’s agent with you. The sales representative at the homesite represents the builder and their job is to get the builder the most they can. You will not save any money buying a home without a buyer's agent. In fact, you may lose some money if you do not!
It is important for you as a prospective home buyer to be as clear as possible about your real estate needs. After we have talked and you have decided how much you can comfortably spend, we will know how to facilitate your home search. We won't take you through a three-story colonial with a top floor master suite if you want to avoid climbing up and down stairs! Establishing clear communication with our clients helps us save you hours of unfocused house hunting. It's the only way!