Why Use a REALTOR® to assist in a home purchase?

There are several reasons to enlist a qualified real estate agent to assist you with the purchase of your home.

• No cost

  As your representative in a Real Estate transaction I provide you expert professional advice at no cost to you. In most transactions, the seller of the real estate property is responsible for paying all real estate commissions.

• Expert knowledge

  Getting the best home your money can buy requires an in-depth knowledge of the housing market. I know the Atlanta real estate market. As a professional realtor, I have assisted many of my customers to buy the home of their dreams. Since I close several real estate transactions every year, I can assist you through the process, making sure that you are fully informed, and all of your questions are answered.

• Buying Power

  As your REALTOR®, I can help you determine your buying power -- that is, your financial reserves plus your borrowing capacity. As your realtor, I can refer you to lenders best qualified to help you.

• Resources

  As your REALTOR®, I have many resources to assist you in your home search.

  If the property you are seeking is available but not actively advertised in the market, and it will take some investigation to find all available properties.

• Assistance

  As your REALTOR®, I will assist you in the selection process by providing objective information about each property. I have access to a variety of informational resources. I can provide local community information on utilities, zoning. schools, etc. There are two things you'll want to know. First, will the property provide the environment I want for a home or investment? Second, will the property have resale value when I am ready to sell?

• Negotiation

  I will help you negotiate. There are myriad negotiating factors, including but not limited to price, financing, terms, date of possession and often the inclusion or exclusion of repairs and furnishings or equipment. The purchase agreement should provide a period of time for you to complete appropriate inspections and investigations of the property before you are bound to complete the purchase. I will advise you as to which investigations and inspections are recommended or required.

• Advice

  I provide my clients with important information during the evaluation of the property. Depending on the area and property, this could include inspections for termites, dry rot, asbestos, faulty structure, roof condition, septic tank and well tests, just to name a few.

  I can assist you in finding qualified responsible professionals to do most of these investigations and provide you with written reports.

  You will also want to see a preliminary report on the title of the property. Title indicates ownership of property and can be mired in confusing status of past owners or rights of access. The title to most properties will have some limitations; for example, easements (access rights) for utilities. Your title company or attorney can help you prevent problems at a later date.

• Closing

  I guide my clients through the closing process and make sure everything flows together smoothly.
  I will keep you informed and in control at all times during the purchase process.

• Professional Ethics

  As a member of National Association of REALTORS, I adhere to a strict code of ethics founded on the principle of providing fair and honest service to all consumers.

  The National Association of REALTORS also has earned a strong reputation for actively championing private property rights and working to make home ownership affordable and accessible.

Why Choose me, Mariluce, to help you buy your Atlanta home?

Mariluce Morais Lima Rocha DaSilva
Metro Atlanta Georgia Real Estate Agent