There is a stream of thought out there that says, "Hey there is the Internet out there Realtors are obsolete. To me it is like saying I brush my teeth, I read on WEBMD I do not need a dentist. Now more than ever you need a Realtor. Why ? Here is why.
In these tight times you may be looking to spend as little as possible. So you think I will buy a home that is less expensive, or buy a manufactured home. But if that home is not on city water and on a gravel road, or even a paved road you may find that your insurance for the former eats up any savings you might achieve. It means knowing the difference from a district 9 as opposed to 12 for fire.
If you are a senior the county you buy in in Georgia may offer you a significant tax advantage. So In Georgia there is a break for Seniors in Cherokee county. Go across the street to Pickens where homes may be a little less expensive and guess what. less of a break
Loans are no exception. a 3.5% down FHA may actually mean higher payments than a 100 percent USDA. Depending on the lender they may not know USDA exists. The list goes on .
So the point is, in this market a Realtor is here to save you real money. When you look back on your buying experience you should be able to say, " I am so happy I used a Realtor." Saving money in this economy now more than ever means you should use your community experts. Your Realtor is your community expert.
