Or, do you want a home that all you have to do is put your own pictures on the wall?
In some areas there are even new homes to consider. For New Homes, you don't necessarily need an agent.
Just be aware that the sales person is representing the builder.
If you are going to view a new tract as a home buyer, it is a good idea to ask your agent to accompany you on your first visit.
This way you will have a buffer between the new home sales person and yourself, and you will then have someone to talk to after you leave.
Do make sure your agent is with you or do not fill out any information card or register with the new home sales desk.
The reason for this is that most builders will pay a commission to RealtorsŪ
for bringing them new home buyer, if the RealtorŪ accompanies them on their first visit only.
It is only right that your agent should be rewarded for the efforts they have already put in on your behalf.
HUD and VA owned: This is government owned real estate available for purchase.
These homes have usually been foreclosed due to non payment.
HUD and VA homes are only available through HUD and VA approved agents and the home buyer must submit their offer through one of them.
Purchasing these homes is through an auction process, and the real estate can be quite run down.
Foreclosures and REO: REO (Real Estate Owned) is the term for bank owned real estate.
Banks do NOT want to OWN property.
They are in the business of LENDING.They don't want their money tied up.
Foreclosure Homes are not that easy to locate, but they can sometimes be a bargain
Here are two PAID sources to help you locate them!
Great! You have found the home you want and are ready to move in tomorrow.
Ha! Ha! Wait up a minute, there are a couple of steps that need to be taken care of here!
