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Why Use a REALTOR When Buying?


Why use an AMERI/STAR REALTOR when buying a home?

A real estate agent can help you understand everything you need to know about the home buying process.

Not all real estate licensees are the same; only those who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS are properly called REALTORS®. They proudly display the REALTOR® trademark on their business cards and other marketing and sales literature.

AMERI/STAR REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly. AMERI/STAR REALTORS® subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate. An independent survey reported that 84% of home buyers would use the same REALTOR® again & our AMERI/STAR statistics reflect the same high rate of repeat & referral business.

Real estate transactions involve one of the biggest financial investments of most people’s lifetime. Transactions today usually exceed $250,000. If you had a $250,000 income tax problem, would you attempt to deal with it without the help of a certified professional accountant? If you had a $250,000 legal question, would you deal with it without the help of an attorney? Considering the small upside cost and the large downside risk, it would be wise to work with a professional AMERI/STAR REALTOR® when you are buying a home.

If you're still not convinced of the value of a REALTOR®, here are more reasons to use one:

  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® can help you determine your buying power - that is, your financial reserves plus your borrowing capacity. If you give a REALTOR® some basic information about your available savings, income and current debt, he or she can refer you to lenders best qualified to help you. Most lenders - banks and mortgage companies - offer limited choices.
  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® has many resources to assist you in your home search. Sometimes the property you are seeking is available but not actively advertised in the market, and it will take some investigation by your agent to find all available properties.
  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® can assist you in the selection process by providing objective information about each property. Agents who are REALTORS have access to a variety of informational resources. AMERI/STAR REALTORS® can provide local community information on utilities, zoning, schools, etc. There are two things you'll want to know: First, will the property provide the environment I want for a home or investment? Second, will the property have resale value when I am ready to sell?
  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® can help you with negotiations and inspections. There are many negotiating factors, including but not limited to price, financing, terms, date of possession and often the inclusion or exclusion of repairs and furnishings or appliances. The purchase agreement should allow time for you to complete appropriate inspections and investigations of the property before you are bound to complete the purchase. Your agent can advise you as to which investigations and inspections are recommended or required.
  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® provides due diligence during the property evaluation. Depending on the area and property, this could include inspections for termites, dry rot, asbestos, faulty structure, roof condition, septic tank and well tests, just to name a few. Your AMERI/STAR REALTOR® can assist you in finding qualified responsible professionals to do most of these investigations and provide you with written reports.
  • You will also want to see a preliminary report on the property title. Title indicates ownership of property and can be mired in confusing status of past owners or rights of access. The title to most properties will have some limitations; for example, easements (access rights) for utilities. An AMERI/STAR REALTOR®, title search company or attorney can help you resolve issues that might cause problems at a later date.
  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® can help you understand different financing options and identify qualified lenders.
  • An AMERI/STAR REALTOR® can guide you through the closing process and make sure everything flows together smoothly.

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Maegan Alberico

Maegan Alberico

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-789-1617

  

Angie Muth

Angie Muth

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 376-6237

  

Brad Hanisch

Brad Hanisch

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 212-0440

   

Chris Greve

Chris Greve

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 251-0102

  

Julie P Pommer

Julie P Pommer

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 929-4093

 

Kristi Moody

Kristi Moody

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 988-7017

  

Matt Mulder

Matt Mulder

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 929-9563

  

Sally Reuter

Sally Reuter

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5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 351-5022

  

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Teresa Patterson

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-350-0699

  

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Matt Mulder Group

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-929-9563

  

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The Muth Team

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: (605) 336-3600

  

Caroline Thelen

Caroline Thelen

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-595-3638

  

Wes Vis

Wes Vis

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-838-8587

  

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Jill Redmond

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-351-2370

  

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Shannon Weir

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-431-2125

  

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Ryan Jewett

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-215-0592

  

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Marlys Fisher

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: (605) 336-3600
Mobile: (605) 212-0338

  

Norm Cash

Norm Cash

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 366-0309

  

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Eric Larsen

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 261-0416

  

Melissa Eich

Melissa Eich

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 359-2865

  

Rick Archer

Rick Archer

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 728-4958

  

Terri Lardy

Terri Lardy

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 201-4754

  

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Janelle Hoven, SRS, ABR

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 940-2249

  

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Vivian Lake

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 413-3185

  

Chantel Olson

Chantel Olson

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 376-9697

  

Tom Flyger

Tom Flyger

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: (605) 336-3600
Mobile: (605) 360-7098

  

Mike Stephenson

Mike Stephenson

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: 605-651-2716

  

Jim Koch

Jim Koch

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Mobile: (605) 951-2325

  

Sold By Koch

Sold By Koch

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-336-3600

  

The Messerschmidt Real Estate Team

The Messerschmidt Real Estate Team

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-274-7219

  

Sweeter Team

Sweeter Team

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-360-6978

  

Solus Real Estate

Solus Real Estate

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-336-9600

  

Hines Team

Hines Team

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-336-3600

  

DreamHome Realty Group

DreamHome Realty Group

AMERI/STAR
5900 S Western Avenue Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Office: 605-336-3600
Fax: 605-336-7749
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