Description
Represent and advocate for buyers in real estate transactions. Identify and evaluate properties, arrange showings, analyze market value, craft and negotiate offers, coordinate inspections, financing, title, and closing, and guide clients on market conditions and legal requirements.
- • Interview buyers to define goals, budget, timeline, and preferred locations.
- • Generate and refine property searches aligned with buyer criteria and financial qualifications.
- • Set up MLS alerts and curate shortlists of suitable homes.
- • Preview and visit properties to assess fit before client showings.
- • Schedule and conduct showings, explaining property features, neighborhoods, schools, and amenities.
- • Prepare comparative market analyses to advise buyers on pricing and value.
- • Counsel buyers on market conditions, offer strategies, and contingencies.
- • Coordinate mortgage pre-qualification and pre-approval with lenders.
- • Evaluate mortgage options and connect buyers with lending partners.
- • Draft, present, and negotiate purchase offers and counteroffers on behalf of buyers.
- • Act as intermediary between buyers, sellers, and listing agents during negotiations.
- • Explain contract terms, disclosures, and legal requirements to buyers.
- • Arrange title and escrow services and review preliminary title reports with clients.
- • Coordinate home, pest, radon, sewer, and other inspections and attend inspections with buyers.
- • Analyze inspection findings and negotiate repairs, credits, or price adjustments.
- • Track contract deadlines for contingencies, deposits, and disclosures.
- • Coordinate property appraisals and advise buyers on results and next steps.
- • Work with lenders, escrow officers, and attorneys to satisfy loan and contract conditions before closing.
- • Oversee closing logistics, document signing, and disbursement of funds.
- • Guide buyers through new-construction purchases, reviewing plans, options, and builder contracts.
- • Research off-market opportunities and network with agents to source additional inventory.
- • Provide cost-of-ownership estimates and answer questions on maintenance, utilities, HOAs, and taxes.
- • Educate first-time buyers through consultations, workshops, or seminars.
- • Maintain knowledge of local markets by reviewing listings, sales data, and industry publications.
- • Build and leverage a referral network of lenders, inspectors, attorneys, and contractors.
- • Assist with move-in coordination, including utility transfers and service setup guidance.
- • Keep detailed records and ensure compliance with brokerage policies and legal requirements.
- • Follow up with past clients for referrals and ongoing support after closing.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
