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Ten Steps to Buying A Home

5. Home Search

The advent of the Internet has certainly streamlined the Home Search process. Websites (like this one) allow anyone to search for thousands of listings in the area. The Charlotte Regional Realtor Association has the most comprehensive information on all area listings through the Carolina Multiple Listing Service (CMLS). The Helen Adams Realty website pulls information directly from the CMLS.

Some of the CMLS information is open to the public, but a large portion can be accessed by Realtors only.

Your agent can save you time and money by keeping up-to-date on available properties that meet your unique criteria and your agent will screen these properties for you. You can eliminate the haphazard searching through papers, wasting valuable time driving around the area only to find "hit or miss" properties.

To access Listings, you will need the assistance of an agent to show you the home. Most homes are equipped with a "Lockbox", which can only be opened by a licensed Real estate agent who has a "Supra Key".

Remember, the Selling Agent (or Listing Agent) represents the Seller and the Seller's best interest!

Buyers Agents are paid by the seller of the property - not the Buyer. You should always have representation in a real estate transaction to protect your best interests! Real estate law is complex and comprehensive. Those professionals who have obtained their Brokers licence have done so through hundreds of hours of training, exams and continuing education. Not having agent representation is like going into court without a lawyer!

We can help you find an agent that meets your unique and diverse needs! Just complete our simple Associate Request form and we'll get back to you by email or phone (your preference). We'll work with you step-by-step, throughout the process.

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