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Originally Posted by VickiR
I know we have asked and answered this one a zillion times.
A buyer's agent does NOT cost you. A buyer's agent is paid by the seller/listing agent/builder. It is built into the marketing fund so if you think you'll save 2.5% by not using a buyer's agent, a good agent could have saved you double!
ANY problems and you are on your own. How many houses have you purchased? 2 or 3? How many houses has a buyer's agent helped buyers purchase? 2 or 3 a month.
Please look back over the threads on this subject and read it.
It isn't always as easy as it sounds. There are problems that appear and you have no experience in dealing with these problems.
The agent in the model home works for the builder and as nice as she may be to you, she is legally bound to get the builder more money. When a problem arises, she works for the builder, not the buyer.
You THINK problems won't arise. Believe me, there is always something!
Read previous threads and you'll see what can happen and why you should have an agent to represent you!
Vicki
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I have purchased 7 homes and other properties. I used a buyer's agent once when I purchased my most recent home. It is nice to have a local person knowledgeable of local codes, schools , community features etc.. when searching. When actually buying, it was nice not to have to deal directly with the &^%$# builder. For legal protection, I still had a lawyer. I did not pay any more to have a buyer's agent. The seller paid all commission costs. No matter what, a buyer's agent is motivated by the commission fee he will receive. He is at your service so it is up to you to lean on him to get the best price, options, etc...
DO YOUR HOMEWORK FIRST UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES.
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