When buying a home,do I really need a Realtor, or can I do it myself? This question is commonly asked by people making their first home purchase. As repeat home buyers already know, the use of a Realtor is the only way to go when you look at all of the advantages. So, the answer to the question is simply yes. It could cost you a lot of money and headaches if you try to go it alone, especially on your first purchase.


Let’s take a look at the top ten reasons to use a Realtor:


1. Purchasing a home will more than likely be the largest one time investment in your life. Using a professional to guide you only makes sense.


2. In Oklahoma, as in most states, all commissions are paid by the seller so there are no costs to the buyer to use a Realtor. This will give you the benefit of having advice from an expert without having to pay for it.


3. A professional Realtor will be able to help you find a home that will meet your needs, and will save you a lot of time doing it.


4. As well as helping you find that home, a Realtor will be able to find the best neighborhoods for you and your family as well.


5. Realtors are trained to see things that you may overlook. They will be able to point out the good and the bad of most any home or neighborhoood.


6. A Realtor will be able to evaluate a sellers list price with an up to date comparable market analysis to help with your offer. This is a big plus to making a smart offer when you do find that perfect home.


7. Your Realtor will be able to include certain contingecies into an offer in order to protect you, the buyer. You will also be able to get a clear legal explanation of all contingencies that may be insurted by the seller.


8. A professional Realtor will be able to educate you all through the home buying process. This will enable you to make the smart decisions based off of the information you need.


9. A Realtor will take you through the whole process, starting with the search for your new home all the way through the final closing. They will be able catch any problems that may occur prior to them creating a delay in closing.


10. Most Realtors will have a large network of contacts that are related to the field. From inspectors to lenders and closers, you can feel comfortable that you are getting the best people to help you through the process.


Of course these are not the only reasons that your should use a Realtor when purchasing a home. These are however some of the best reasons. Purchasing a home is a large financial investment. To be successful your should have expert guidance throughout the whole process.

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