Helping people throughout this country and the world to find their dream home in the Charleston area

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As your agent, my focus is on getting you the best possible home at the best possible price. I will work hard not only in finding you potential new homes to see, but also in keeping you informed of everything that takes place.  I'll negotiate the best prices and terms for you and answer all of your questions as they arise. I'll be representing you, not the seller. This assures that my experience and expertise in the local market will be used in your best interests during the negotiation process.

Why Use An Accredited Buyer Representative ? Trained and certified to act as the buyer's personal representative, I can provide you the best possible service. Today, home buyers benefit from professional representation by choosing a "buyer's agent."  Traditionally in the past, all real estate agents represented the home seller, and the buyer had no representation during the home search and purchase.

Why use an e-PRO ? Having built this website myself, I can attest that I am computer literate and understand the fastest way to get information from one point to another. I will provide to you the latest information as quickly as possible.  I am also quick with the MLS and can often find things that many other agents may overlook when searching properties and/or information for you. When time is money, working with an agent with e-PRO certification can save you both. If you have never worked with an agent who is e-PRO certified, you are in for a treat. If you are from out of the area, this will be of particular benefit to you.

As your agent, I will: Assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria. Not just those listed on the local Charleston, South Carolina MLS, but also many unlisted properties that I find through my local contacts and affiliations. Guide you through the entire process, from finding homes to look at, to getting the best financing. Make sure you don't pay too much for your new home. As a real estate expert in this area, I help people negotiate and make home purchase decisions every day. I can help you avoid costly mistakes. Answer all of your questions about the local market area. Not just about homes for sale, but about schools, neighborhoods, the local economy and more. Let me help you find your dream home in South Carolina and assure your best interests are protected throughout the entire process. Feel free to call or email me with any questions you may have at any time.

Why Choose A Buyers Agent When Purchasing A Home ?

There are a number of reasons for choosing a "buyer's agent" when moving to the Charleston area of South Carolina: A buyer's agent represents your best interests, and works to get you the home you want at the best price and the best terms. Part of this includes preventing you costly errors, such as failing to find out about defects in a property or its actual value.  Legally, a buyer's agent responsibilities are defined by state laws and the REALTORS Code of Ethics, and generally include confidentiality, full disclosure and accurate accounting. A buyer's agents goal is to help you buy the home you want and buy it at the right price.  What does a buyer's agent do? Represents you in every part of the purchase process. Provides professional advice in finding the right property at the  right price. Locates and researches properties that meet your requirements Negotiates with the seller. Puts you in contact with mortgage services, title and insurance agencies. Reviews documents for accuracy. At closing, verifies that all terms and conditions of the purchase agreement are met. But, that is not all.  A buyer's agent will attempt to obtain and share helpful information with you, such as: Whether the seller would accept a lower price. The seller's reason for selling and their timetable. How long the home has been on the market? Previous offers and counteroffers for the property. Strengths and weaknesses of the property.How is a buyer's agent paid?

A buyer's agent usually receives a share of the sales commission built into the list price. In most cases, a listing agent agrees to split a sales commission with any agent who obtains a buyer for the seller's property. So, it doesn't cost you any more to be legally represented by a buyer's agent.

ATTENTION - DEALING WITH FSBO's? To protect your interests and assure that you make the best possible decisions, it's important that you have an agent on your side who is an expert in the local real estate market, and who helps to represent you. In today's world of litigation, it is also beneficial to have an agent covered with good errors & omissions insurance to help buffer any unwarranted claims against you.