The smoothest transactions are transactions with a win-win outcome 

Both the buyer and the seller feel good about the transaction and everybody feels they have been treated fairly.   As a buyer of a home in Kalamazoo MI, wouldn't it be nice to be able to call the previous owners with questins you may have about the operation of a mechanical component of the house?  You might have a question about an appliance warranty expiration.  It's always nice to be able to call and ask questions of the previous owner and be received warmly. 

One of the best reasons to work with a buyers agent when purchasing a home for sale in Kalamazoo is that the buyers agent represents you and negotiates on your behalf.  Agents act as buffers between each party, minimizing the emotions of the buyer and seller.   If you've ever been involved in a real estate transaction, you know that emotions can rise to the surface quite readily.

When you make an offer, the seller can accept, decline, or counter it. The best tips to ensure that your offer is accepted include:

* Be pre-approved by a lender. This strengthens your position.

* Provide a substantial deposit. This shows you are serious about the property.  This deposit is known as "Earnest Money"  or "Good Faith Deposits" .  They are not a charge or a fee.  The deposit is credited to your downpayment or closing costs.  Naturally, if your offer isn't accepted the deposit is returned to you.

* Limit your contingencies to those important to you, such as financing, inspections, and the sale of your current home if necessary.  The cleaner the offer, the more likely it is to be seriously considered.  This is especially true if you are offering less than list price. 

* I'll help you create the offer including the amount.   If your offer is too low, the seller may not even consider countering your offer.  If your offer is too high, well then you may end up paying more for the house than you need to pay.  In this buyers market we are in here in the Kalamazoo MI area, homes will often sell for considerably less than the list price.  You want to balance your desire for the home vs. your desire to pay as little as possible for it.  Be ready to pay a bit more for a home you REALLY want, especially if you expect to live there more than a couple of years! 

My goal as your Kalamazoo area real estate agent is to get you the best home for you with the best terms possible.  I will negotiate on your behalf, working hard to help you get what you want and what you need.

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