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Educate you through the entire process
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Listen to your needs to understand your real estate objectives
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Help you understand all of the paperwork
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Handle any problems that arise during the transaction
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Properly prepare forms, contracts and disclosures, which are required by law, and make sure that they are legally correct
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Provide comparable sales data to assure that you are paying the proper price for your home
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Help you find the right home in the right neighborhood
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Screen homes before your inspection to make sure the property meets your needs
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Guide you regarding the repairs that should be made
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Show you homes in an effective and professional manner
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Guide you in your selection of escrow/closing and title people
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Oversee the closing process
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See that the completion of the transaction is smooth, including obtaining keys and taking possession of the property
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Help you spot sellers who are attempting to take advantage of you
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Help you understand the use and limitations of good faith deposits
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Advise you as to when you should seek the advice of an attorney
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Make sure the appraisal process is handled properly
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Help you to understand the complete loan, escrow/closing and title process
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Advise you as to any inspections such as septic, well or soil, which might be applicable to the specific property in which you are interested
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Guide you as to how the escrow/closing instructions should be prepared
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Properly handle the walk-through process with you prior to the final closing
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See that any repairs or requirements are met prior to the closing
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Advise you as to what course of action should be taken if the seller refuses to close the transaction
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Negotiate and deal effectively on your behalf with the seller, other agents, escrow/closing, title people and attorneys
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See that each and every facet of the buying process is effectively and professionally handled in your best interest