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Buyers Information

Real Estate Relationships

An "agency" relationship is a voluntary legal relationship in which a real estate licensee (the agent), agrees to act on behalf of a buyer or a seller (the client) in a real estate transaction.

Oregon law provides for three types of agency relationships between real estate agents and their clients:

Seller's Agent - Represents the seller only;
Buyers Agent - Represents the buyer only;
Disclosed Limited Agent - Represents both the buyer and seller, or multiple buyers who want to purchase the same property. This can be done only with the written permission of both clients.

Buyer Agency System

Under this system the selling Real Estate Broker (the Agent who sells you the home) is the Agent that represents the Buyer's best interests including:

Negotiate for the lowest price possible, and
Structure the transaction to the Buyer's advantage

Highest or lowest price...
Which would you prefer?

Here are just three examples of the many benefits available for you...

Substantial Savings Possible!

Katerina will help you negotiate to obtain the best possible price, terms and conditions.

You are Represented!

She will do a comprehensive market analysis on the property you select. This will help you establish fair market value before an offer to purchase is made.

You will be Shown Everything!

In addition to listed properties, she will show you a wider variety of available homes, including unlisted properties such as: for sale by owners, foreclosure sales and homes not yet on the market. In other words, you will have access to the TOTAL market.

Working with an Agent who represents only the Buyer you have many advantages.

Service and Duties Provided	Listing Agent	Katerina as Your Buyer Agent
Arrange property showings
Assist with financing
Provide accurate information
Explain forms and agreements
Monitor escrow and closing
Give you advice and counsel
Keep your bargaining and financial position confidential
Promote and protect your best interests
Negotiate the best price and terms for you
Point out reasons not to buy
Pass on information that may enhance your bargaining position
Assist in writing the offer with your best interests in mind
Exposure to both listed and unlisted properties