The Benefits of a Buying Agent
With a buying agent by your side, you can proceed with confidence in the purchase. A buying agent increases your chances of being able to view a property instead of it being fully booked, a bid is more likely to be considered and accepted. The buying agent investigates the technical and legal aspects. Finally, the buying agent advises you on making an offer that reflects all factors, such as realistic value, while staying within your budget. Altogether, a buying agent ensures a good purchase that is more than worth the money and even pays for itself. Below we provide more information about the buying process. Schedule a (online) introductory meeting without any obligation to learn more about our services and prices. We are proud of the results we have achieved with our buying clients recently. Most clients were able to find and purchase something within a month
Meet Your Buying Agent
Buying agent Arne has quickly and effectively assisted various clients. Even in the current market, fantastic results are being achieved. For instance, one of the most recent clients completed the process from initial consultation to purchasing a home in just 13 days, and below the asking price. The buying agent explains: ‘Sometimes you have to think more outside the box and actively seek opportunities where others might hesitate. Often, issues or older homes are precisely those rough diamonds that just need a bit of polishing.’
Mortgage advice and mapping out finances
Before you can search for and make an offer on a home, you need to assess what you can borrow and what funds you have available. Do you meet all the requirements to obtain a mortgage? Do you have a permanent or temporary contract? Obtaining a mortgage isn’t straightforward with a temporary contract, or if you are self-employed (ZZP) or a business owner. Contact Aland. We’re happy to explore your options with our mortgage advisor. If you already have a mortgage advisor, no problem as long as they are reliable. Unfortunately, we’ve found this isn’t always the case. With our advisors, you’re in good hands, and communication with the buying agent is well coordinated.
How much should I bid over the asking price for a property?
You have an attractive property in mind. However, you’re not the only interested party. It’s important not to just focus on the asking price and the average percentage of bidding over. A standard overbid of 10-15%, for example, may not be suitable for a property already priced high. This is a pitfall many buyers without a purchasing agent fall into. Many agents intentionally set the asking price low, causing bids to escalate while still aligning with the true value.
According to our buying agent, a strong offer considers several factors: historical sales prices in the street and neighborhood, an estimate of the home’s value, its condition including any necessary renovations, and lastly, your level of desire for the property. You may have experienced disappointment multiple times already, and the search may be taking its toll.
With a purchasing agent, you can trust in an offer that fits your financial situation and considers these value factors mentioned earlier.
Our purchasing agent provides information, advice, and ensures a smooth and trouble-free transaction when buying a property. Ultimately, you as the client make the decisions, and we provide only information, options, and advice.
Purchasing an old, renovated, or new-build home
Homes with beautiful flooring, stylish interiors, and especially a lovely beige wall color attract far more people than properties that require some work. People willingly pay significantly more for these move-in-ready homes than they would to do the work themselves. As experienced purchasing agents with a background in entrepreneurship, we also see opportunities in both small and large renovations.
Properties needing some renovation typically attract fewer interested parties and result in fewer bids, often allowing for a more favorable purchase price. Sometimes, overbidding isn’t necessary at all, and buyers can even negotiate below the asking price. While it requires effort, we, as purchasing agents, confirm that it’s worthwhile.
Of course, we tailor our approach to meet the client’s wishes. We’re happy to connect you with one or more contractors. With interventions like smoothing walls, applying modern colors, refurbishing interior doors, installing new flooring and kitchens, you can create a home that perfectly matches your taste down to the smallest detail. Everything looks new again and also adds value for future sales.
As purchasing agents, we’re eager to brainstorm with you and connect you with technical experts and contractors. We’re here to support you through every renovation project.
Aland is your purchasing agent for buying a house or property. I’d like to explain how we approach purchasing a home for you. Aland offers competitive rates as a purchasing agent. Don’t wait any longer! Benefit from our expertise and dedication, and start your purchasing process with Aland today. Click the button below and let us assist you in quickly purchasing your home!