The Real Estate Industry has been known widely for being Ever-Changing and presenting Twist & Turns. All of these changes can effect buyers, sellers, and our communities. This is important to remember, especially when you have an agent that makes PROMISES.
Here are 5 things an agent can not promise.
An agent can not promise...
1. To sell your home in 90 days.
Let's be clear agents want to sell your home in the shortest amount of time for the highest net gain, but a promise is stretching the truth a little...well, a lot! Unless the promise come with stipulations you should question the integrity of the promise and the person giving it.
2. You will receive money back at closing.
Most agents want the buyers to feel comfortable and excited about the homebuying process. It only seems right to promise a buyer some money, right? Wrong. Receiving money at closing depends on a number of factors. Every buyer has their own financing and purchasing scenario. Receiving money happens, but it should never be promised.
3. The home is great condition.
All homes, whether New Construction or Newly Renovated should have a home inspection conducted. Would you buy a car without test driving? Keep that question in mind when buying a home. A home purchase is usually the largest most of us will ever make. Protect your interest and hire a licensed/insured home inspector.
4. You home will be safe and secure, just change your locks tomorrow.
As soon as you purchase a home have New Locks placed on ALL exterior doors, including the Garage and Storage units doors. No matter what, safety is always first. Once you become the owner you are now responsible for securing your home. Be wise and make that priority!
5. An exact price in which your home will sell for.
As much as agent would love to have super powers to predict the future, we do not have that luxury. Therefore we can not foresee the selling price of a home. A listing price is determined by evaluating a price range first. An example would be an agent suggesting you price your home somewhere around $152k-157k. The agent would have likely gathered these numbers from recent 3 Active Listing and 3 Recently Sold homes in your community. Ultimately, the client makes the decision on pricing the home and the market (buyer) will determine the value.
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