Cash back or rebates of commission received by the buyers agent is common practice among agents looking for easy money. Is this a good way for you to get the best price on your home purchase?

Let us take a look at the Cash back or rebates that are promised to home buyers. The majority of the homes that are offered for sale in the MLS or by home builders are offering a 3% commission to the buyer's agent. Some offer a little more and some offer a little less. If you hire an agent that agrees to rebate you money at closing, what is the most you could expect to get from the rebate? What amount of time and effort do you think that agent will put into assisting you in locating the best property and negotiating the best deal? Furthermore, what do you think the agents interest will be in additional work that comes after you write the first offer? Ask yourself,"How hard would I work for a third to half less pay?"

If you want a better deal on a home maybe you should go about it a little different. After all, when you are negotiating the home price who has the most control of the price you get? The agent or the seller? The most you can get out of the agent is 3% of the total price. The seller has a lot more room in most cases.

 Now, which agent do you think will fight more for you, the agent receiving the full commission or the agent that is getting way less commission? Which agent will open the home up for you on weekends and evenings during the escrow? Which agent will call you back much faster? Which agent will work on your schedule?

Before you get locked into a representation agreement with an agent offering you a discount or rebate, consider what the extra money will get you. Hire a professional that truly works for you and represents your best interest.

If you are planning to purchase a home call today and schedule an interview with us. We are committed to professional real estate representation. We will be happy to show you a detailed list of the activities we do to make sure that you are getting the home that best fits your needs. You will fully understand the pricing of the home and the nieghborhood.

After all, the seller pays the commission. Does it really matter what your agent makes as long as you get the price and terms you want?

Call Exit Advantage Realty today and get the representation you deserve by a highly qualified REALTOR. 512-670-9500

P.S. An agent that is willing to work for less could cost you much more.