Why Work with a Buyer's Agent?

Why Work with a Buyer's Agent?

Buyer Services are always FREE!

The typical real estate transaction involves at least two dozen separate individuals – insurance agents, mortgage brokers, underwriters, inspectors, appraisers, escrow officers, buyer’s agents, seller’s agents, bankers, title researchers, and a number of other individuals whose actions and decisions have to be orchestrated in order to perform in harmony and get a home sale closed.

It is the responsibility of your real estate agent to expertly coordinate all the professionals involved in your home purchase and to act as the advocate for YOU and YOUR INTERESTS throughout.

A Buyer’s Agent:

1. Educates you about your market.
2. Analyzes your wants and needs.
3. Guides you to homes that fit your criteria.
4. Coordinates the work of other needed professionals.
5. Negotiates on your behalf.
6. Checks and double-checks paperwork and deadlines.
7. Solves any problems that may arise.

At the Don Johnson Real Estate Team, our dedicated Buyer Specialist, Tracy Dowling, is ready to serve you. She has many years of real estate experience helping buyers. Tracy truly enjoys her job and service is her number one priority. Contact Us today to set up a consultation or email Tracy at Tracy@DonJohnsonRealty.com.

Interviewing the right agent for the job is important. Not all agents are equal. Qualifications are important. However, finding a solid, professional agent means getting beyond the resume and into what makes an agent effective. Personality is also important as you will be having a very close working relationship. Here are eight important questions to ask an agent you are interviewing. Contact Tracy, she will be happy to answer these questions and more!

1. Why did you become a real estate agent?
2. Why should I work with you?
3. What do you do better than other real estate agents?
4. What process will you use to help me find the right home for my particular wants and needs?
5. What are the most common things that go wrong in a transaction and how would you handle them?
6. What are some mistakes that you think people make when buying their first home?
7. What other professionals do you suggest we work with and what are their credentials?
8. Can you provide me with references or testimonials from past clients?

Keep in mind, Buyer Services are always FREE. The seller pays Realtor fees. If you are considering buying a home, it's always a good idea to use the services of a Buyer's Agent, it doesn't cost you anything and you will be sure that your best interests are at heart. Remember, the Listing Agent was hired by the seller to look out for their best interest. It's not to say that dual agency - meaning the Listing Agent represents both the buyer and the seller - can't work. But why leave any room for misinterpretation or misunderstanding? The seller has already agreed on a selling fee, so whether that fee goes to one Agent or is split by two Agents, it doesn't save you any money.

If we can answer any questions for you about the home buying process, give us a call. We are here to help.

Don Johnson Real Estate Team Welcomes New Buyer's Agent

Don Johnson Real Estate Team Welcomes New Buyer's Agent

Meet Tracy Dowling - Buyer Representative

Please welcome Tracy to our team! Tracy has lived in the Raleigh area for over a decade and has a strong background as a top producing broker for 12 years. 

Although she enjoys all aspects of real estate, her passion lies with helping buyers find just the right home. Tracy is patient, thorough, and works hard to listen to her clients needs and wants. She enjoys the real estate process and educating her clients on how to made the best decisions. Tracy truly cares about her clients and always works in their best interest. 

As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Tracy would love the opportunity to help you buy, sell or invest in the greater Raleigh/Cary area. Buyer Services are always free and paid by the Seller. 

Contact Tracy Dowling at  (919) 889-5594 to schedule your first home showing or to learn more about the home buying process. Or email her at Tracy@DonJohnsonRealty.com

Future North Raleigh Development - 2,250 New Homes

Future North Raleigh Development - 2,250 New Homes

New Home Construction Beginning Summer 2014

Located in North Raleigh off I 540 and and NC 401, this future development will provide for much needed new home inventory in the N. Raleigh area. A sign of improving economic times is often measured in new home starts. This new project along with several others around the Triangle are further proof that Raleigh market is improving.

This major construction project is slated to begin soon with infrastructure improvements beginning this year and homes planned to start construction as early as Summer 2014. The development is near the WakeTech Northern Wake Campus and in addition 2,250 home sites it will also include 1 million square feet of office and retail space.
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The tract of land known as the 5401 North development was recently purchased by a Louisiana home building company for $12.9 million. Several builders will be chosen for the project. One of which is Level Homes who are also involved in more local new home construction projects: Ellington Place in Apex, The Estates at Westhigh in Cary and Cardinal Oaks in Durham. Level Homes recently opened a satellite office in downtown Raleigh to manage all of the new projects in the Triangle area.

The 5401 North property will connect with the 28-mile Neuse River Greenway and will have its own elementary school and middle school. Riverbend Elementary opened in 2008, and the middle school is scheduled to open in 2017.

Are you looking for New Construction Homes in the Raleigh, NC area?

If you are considering purchasing a new home from a builder, keep in mind that the '"on-site" Agent and the builder are looking out for THEIR bottom line, not yours. It's always a good idea to have Buyer Representation when purchasing a new home. It doesn't cost you anything, Most reputable builders will work with buyer's agents and pay real estate fees.

When you work with the Don Johnson Real Estate Team, working as your Buyer's Agent, we will look out for YOUR best interest. Our team will negotiate the best price, terms and conditions for you. 

Our team knows what to ask and what to look out for in new construction purchases.

Don is a licensed General Contractor, a licensed Home Inspector and a Real Estate Appraisal (T) so he knows what upgrades should cost and he can quickly identify issues during construction. Having teh Don Johnson Real Estate team on your side, will save you time, money and aggravation along the way. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Before you make a new construction purchase, contact the Don Johnson Real Estate Team.

Buyer's Close on Weiland Home in Wooded Creek, Apex

Satisfied Buyers Close With The Don Johnson Team

Weiland Homes at Wooded Creek in Apex, NC

Congratulations!  Two more happy buyers enjoying a quick closing on their brand new Weiland Home located at the exclusive Wooded Creek subdivision in Apex, NC.

In addition to negotiating a great deal for this couple on their new home, the Don Johnson Real Estate Team also sold their previous home! 

Using our Stage to Engage program, our team staged their home and got it sold. Consider home staging if you need to sell your home. It is proven to sell homes faster and for top dollar.  Ask us about our home staging services.

Don's expertise in home inspection, general contracting and residential appraising also helped make both their selling and buying transactions a great experience. Our entire team is dedicated to making the real estate experience seamless and fun.

If you are looking for a new construction home, consider using Don and his team to represent you as the Buyer - to negotiate a great price and fair terms and conditions. Don will look out for your best interest along the way, ensuring the building process is done correctly. Remember, the builder is looking out for their bottom line, Don will look out for yours. See our Buyer Services.