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Buyer Brokerage Services for Columbia County New York

In today’s complex and competitive real estate market, you need every advantage.

Real estate buyers can either look for properties with real estate agents who represent the seller, or choose to work with a buyer’s agent who will represent their interests. This is a critical distinction (as the chart below will show).

Deciding on the type of agent you wish to work with is an important first step for anyone considering an investment in Columbia County real estate. In fact, the State of New York recommends the following to people who are in the market to purchase real estate:

“Before you enter into a discussion with a real estate agent regarding a real estate transaction, you should understand what type of agency relationship you wish to have with that agent.”
Under New York State License Law, which Real Estate Agent has, without limitation, the following fiduciary duties to the Buyer?
Buyer's Agent
Seller's Agent

(1) Reasonable Care
(2) Undivided Loyalty
(3) Confidentiality
(4) Full Disclosure
(5) Obedience
(6) A Duty to Account

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

No
No
No
No
No
No
Under New York State License Law, which Real Estate Agent has, without limitation, the following fiduciary duties to the Seller?
Buyer's Agent
Seller's Agent

(1) Reasonable Care
(2) Undivided Loyalty
(3) Confidentiality
(4) Full Disclosure
(5) Obedience
(6) A Duty to Account

No
No
No
No
No
No

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Utilizing the services of a buyer’s broker will save time and reduce hassles without adding costs. This consumer-oriented approach has become the preferred choice of real estate buyers across the country. And the reason is simple. It is to your advantage to work with a buyer’s broker who will represent your interests, rather than a seller’s broker who is contractually obligated to represent the seller.

A Buyer's Broker Will:

  • Represent your interests at no additional cost to you.
  • Keep your thoughts and financial data confidential.
  • Assist you with mortgage financing.
  • Point out good reasons to buy a particular property. Or not.
  • Discuss why another property may be a better value or more suitable choice.
  • Research public record for property transfer information.
  • Negotiate the best purchase price/terms for you.
  • Help identify and select qualified inspectors, appraisers and other support professionals.
  • Organize appointments to ensure the necessary property access.
  • Monitor the closing process, from beginning to end.
  • Arrange a walk-through of the property just prior to closing.
  • Attend the closing to ensure that everything goes smoothly.
“John put his extensive information network to work for us. He maintains relationships with the real estate brokerage community, local governments, attorneys, home inspection firms and contractors that permitted us to confidently move forward with our purchase.”
— Adam and Candace Thorson, Livingston, NY

Don’t go it alone! For the best in professional real estate services, contact John Avenia at Beach & Bartolo Realtors today and begin working with an Accredited Buyer Representative who will represent your interests every step of the way.