It’s understandable, in today’s economy, that many people are looking to cut costs wherever they can. But unless you’re thinking of becoming a part-time home-shopper, a real estate agent will save you valuable time and grey hairs.

Here are 4 quick reasons why you should consider using a real estate agent when looking to buy a home:

1. Pricing Expertise

   Real estate agents are clued up about the neighbourhoods in their areas and know the value that a certain area holds. They, therefore, know whether a house is over or under priced and you avoid the risk of paying an incorrect price for what the house is worth.

2. Repairs

   A real estate agent knows exactly what to look for when inspecting a home and will often see minor faults and defects that you would otherwise not have noticed. They will also then handle the confrontation with the seller with regards to repair work. The agent will have a good sense of what’s reasonable to request and what’s excessive.

3.  Finding Available HomesIn some cases, the seller does not want the fact that they are selling widely advertised. In these cases, the real estate agent will be the only one who knows that the house is for sale. This advantage gives you a wider selection of houses to choose from when buying.
4.  Less PaperworkIf you’ve ever bought a house, you’ll know that it comes with a ton of paperwork. Luckily, a real estate agent has the knowledge and experience to handle the bulk of this for you and make sure you don’t miss a thing.

   Not to mention, The Jan Visser Property Group has a team of in-house attorneys and conveyancers who will handle all of the paperwork, including property transfer, for you in-house.