6 Reasons Why You Need a Buyers Agent
If you’ve ever bought a property, whether as an investment or to live in, you’ll understand the stress involved in what should be a straightforward and enjoyable process.
The stress can come from having to buy at auction, attending open homes that end up being a waste of time, or looking at properties and not knowing the price guide only to find they were well out of your budget.
You can reduce the stress associated with buying a property, simply by engaging a reliable and well-informed Buyers Agent.
Here are 6 reasons why you need a Buyers Agent in your corner:
Avoid dealing with a myriad of different selling Agents - you just deal with one person, your trusted Buyers Agent. Your Buyers Agent represents your interests only and has your back - they are working for you, as opposed to a selling Agent who has a contract with the Seller and a high desire to get the highest price for the property (not to mention it is their legal obligation to act in the best interests of their client at all times - and guess what? You are not their client!)
Access more off-market and pre-market properties - you can also get the latest local market information. As a bonus, a Buyers Agent can sometimes access properties that even selling Agents can’t access
Pay less for a property than you would if you negotiate on your own - often you will save a lot more when buying a property than the fee that a Buyers Agent is charging. Buyers sometimes don’t realise they are bidding against themselves in a negotiation. A Buyers Agent will make sure this does not happen!!
Avoid the buying pitfalls of paying too much or getting gazumped - working with a Buyers Agent means they can give you the best advice and position your offer in the best light to make you stand out from other Buyers
Don’t fight the crowds - open homes are bad enough, but when you’re there with 43 other groups it can become exhausting! Let the Buyers Agent fight the crowds for you, or they can organise a private inspection just for you, or even do a video call with you if you can’t make it in person
Time poor or out of area - if you are out of area and can’t get to inspections, or if you simply prefer to spend time with your family or having your weekends to yourself, a Buyers Agent can save you time and energy on finding the right home. Let them do the hard yards for you, while you enjoy your spare time
