Are you considering buying or selling a home? You might find it valuable to know all the players in the transaction, and who does what throughout the process.
Listing Agent
The Listing Agent is a real estate professional who typically represents the seller as a client. They list the property in the MLS and perform various marketing duties for the seller determined by their listing agreement. Their goal is to find a buyer for the property. Typically, the listing agent is paid a commission once the property successfully closes.
Selling Agent/Buyer's Agent
The Selling Agent is a real estate professional who typically represents the buyer as a client. The agent will explain the buying pr...
The way people buy and sell homes is constantly changing, and in the last year Atlanta has seen tons of new “instant offer” players come into the market. Companies like OpenDoor, OfferPad, Knock, and even Zillow are buying homes. These instant offer websites ask sellers to provide some information about their home and receive their offer within a few days. Sounds painless and too good to be true, right?
I was recently able to get firsthand experience with two separate companies and their processes. If you’re considering selling your home to one of these instant offer companies, check out my list below of a few things I learned.
1. Expect a low offer
These companies intend to...
