From the Broker
Frequently Asked Questions
…for Buyers
Buying Colorado Real Estate with a Licensed Broker
What are some of the benefits of working with a broker?
- It saves you time.
- It makes you a more informed buyer.
- It makes you more competitive in a tough market.
- It helps you navigate through the complicated process of acquiring a home in Colorado.
Should you have one broker from each real estate company so that you don’t miss any properties?
Haney Real Estate, LLC cooperates (co-brokers) with other real estate companies, sponsors and even directly with the owners. One call to me can get you the information you need on all the properties in which you are interested.
What about other companies’ “exclusives?” How can I see them through you if they are not your exclusives?
An exclusive listing means that the seller of the property is represented exclusively by his/her selling broker. As a buyer, represented by me, you can see that property. I make the arrangements to view it. Since exclusive listings are co-brokered, you will not be missing out.
What about Open Houses?
Open houses are a great way to see many properties. If you like going out on Sundays, and I am unable to go with you, I will gladly register you for the open houses you wish to attend. When you sign in at each place, please be sure to put down your name and my name and phone number. This way you will be represented if you want to make an offer on any of the properties you have seen.
How do I know my broker isn’t going to miss any properties?
Haney Real Estate, LLC ‘s databases are updated daily and include properties from most of the real estate firms in the Pueblo Area who use the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) by the Pueblo Association of Realtors. If you would like to be a part of the searching process, I will gladly work with you as a team. You can go online to the various web sites, look in the newspaper, and compare notes with me. Call or email me all of the listings you find online so that I can further research and make appointments for you.
Buying a home is expensive! Do you have to pay a broker fee?
You don’t have to. Sales commissions are typically paid by the seller, not the buyer. When a property is co-brokered, the commission is shared between the selling broker’s company and the buying broker’s company. There is no additional out-of-pocket expense to you.
What’s the next step once you find the property that’s right for you?
The easy part is finding the perfect home. Once you’re ready to make an offer, I will take the reigns and guide you through the rest of the process.
I will be there to advise you every step of the way to:
- Find a mortgage broker to arrange the necessary financing.
- Compose a strong offer package to be competitive in the market.
- Negotiate the price and terms of the sale.
- Prepare you for the closing.
What can you expect from me?
I believe in giving nothing less than stellar customer service.
In return, I ask that you communicate openly with me to create a loyal and trusting relationship.
You can always expect me to be:
- Knowledgeable about the Pueblo real estate market.
- Accessible — I’m always just a phone call away.
- Available to arrange showings around your schedule.
- Prompt and honest in all matters.
- Diligent in searching for properties until you find the one right for you.
