A Buyer's Agent is a real estate agent who works exclusively for you to assist you in researching and purchasing your property.
It's this exclusivity that distinguishes a Buyer's Agent from the Seller's Agent, also known as the Listing Agent, who is the legal representative of the seller.
An intergral aspect of Barefoot Realty Group is that we help home buyers make smart decisions about purchasing property in Florida.
As your agent, we will:
Guide you through the entire process from finding homes to view to getting the best financing.
Assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria. Not just those listed on the local MLS, but also many unlisted properties that we find through local contacts and affiliations.
Gain invaluable details about the properties you're considering that the seller's agent often cannot provide.
Negotiate the best price for the property. Since we only represent you, the buyer, we will negotiate the best price, terms and conditions--something the seller's agent cannot.
Provide discretion, confidentiality, loyalty and trust.
Advice from Others:
"Look for an exclusive buyer agent, if possible, who will have your interests at heart and can help you with strategies during the bidding process."
--CNNMoney.com
"Many people don't realize that, unless specifically stated otherwise, brokers are legal representatives of sellers. A buyer's broker, representing only the buyer, may be able to secure a better price and better terms."
--Good Housekeeping.
"Always remember that a real estate broker does not work for you, but for the seller. If you want an agent on your side, contract with a buyer's agent."
--Reader's Digest
"If you ever doubted the value of real estate agents who work solely for home buyers as opposed to traditional agents who report to sellers, consider this: A recent study by U.S. Sprint found that 232 relocating Sprint employees who hired buyer's brokers paid an average of 91% of a home's list price. People who use traditional agents typically pay about 96%"
--Money Magazine
Barefoot Realty Group, 7500 Gulf Blvd., Suite A, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706 Phone: 727-360-7577; Worldwide Toll Free: 877-360-7577; Fax: 727-360-7578
