The Guide to Purchasing Real Estate


Upon making the decision to purchase a home you must realize that this one decision is where your fixed assets will primarily be held.  People are very predictable and generally spend much time selecting a broker to handle their liquid assets (Stock Broker) and likewise will spend just as much time in securing a reliable Dentist to do extensive dental work.  Your goal in purchasing real estate is to have the same expectation of the agent that will help you purchase either your first home, second home or investment properties.  Most of us have more money vested in our fixed assets than we do in our liquid assets which is case in point why choosing the right Realtor is monumental.

WHY SHOULD YOU BUY VERSUS STAY AT THE STATUS QUO?

• You can either choose to pay someone else's house payment, or move forward and pay on your own property. . .home ownership, the American Dream.
• Home ownership is relevant and ownership of land has been around since Biblical times.
• Tax deductions are available through home ownership.  Consult with your accountant to see how this could impact your tax ramification.

 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IN SELECTING AN AGENT:

• This person must be someone that you trust, remember they are helping you purchase the largest fixed asset in your portfolio.
• Check out their performance background.  Do they have the converted sales (volume) and can they cut it when negotiating a contract for you?
• Do they understand the market place and are they a student of the industry?  Can they empower you with the knowledge that you need to make this type of financial investment be it personal or in an investment mode?
• Do they understand pricing, and strategizing this aspect in a fiduciary to you?
• Do they posses a servant like attitude, and strive to serve you with your real estate needs?