Here are our TOP 10 REASONS why you should buy with a Real Estate Professional.
1. WE KNOW BAJA’S MARKET
Whether you are looking for a property that will make a great rental, searching for specific amenities or your dream house, our agents know the pros and cons of each area and development while staying within your budget.
2. ACCESS TO PROPERTIES FOR SALE
If you are searching without the help of a local agent, you may find it difficult to gain access to many properties and you might even miss out on homes that could be a perfect fit. A real estate agent’s full-time job is to act as a liaison between buyers and sellers. This means that they will have easy access to all properties listed by other agents, companies, and developers.
3. WE ARE OBJECTIVE
Let’s face it, buying a home can be an emotional rollercoaster and a life changing investment. For many buyers a home is the biggest purchase they’ll ever make. Having an objective real estate agent on your side to assist with negotiations and offer an impartial opinion can help you keep your emotions and stress at bay and stay focused on the most important details of the transaction.
4. LICENSED & REGISTERED
We are licensed in the State of Baja California Sur and registered with MLS BCS (the multiple listing service for Baja California Sur). All agents must meet certain requirements to become licensed including taking courses or training under an experienced agent, providing proof of no criminal record, and passing a certification exam. The new requirement provides more transparency, fewer bad buyer/seller experiences, and ensures that properties offered for sale have the proper documents in order.
5. CONNECTIONS
These days, accurately priced homes are selling within weeks or even days. By using your agents’ professional networks along with MLS BCS, your agent can help evaluate all active listings that meet your search criteria, provide data on recent sales, and alert you to listings that are about to hit the market.
Another benefit is their access to valuable connections in the industry. Whether it’s help finding a local contractor to make repairs in your home, or recommending a reliable gardener, housecleaner or property manager, your local agent can help connect you with the best people for the job.
6. CONTRACTS ARE DIFFICULT
If you decide to buy a home, the Offer to Purchase protects you and guarantees that you are able to back out of the deal if certain terms are not met. An experienced real estate professional deals with contracts on a regular basis and is familiar with which contingencies should be used and when they can be safely removed to protect you and help avoid delays and costly mistakes.
7. NEGOTIATI0NS ARE TRICKY
A great agent will help get you the best possible price, negotiate needed repairs and possession dates, and act as a go-between to prevent any bad blood between buyer and seller that could potentially kill a deal.
8. SELLER PAYS THE COMMISSIONS
It doesn’t cost the buyer anything to use a licensed real estate professional. When buying real estate in Los Cabos, the seller usually pays commissions and capital gains, and the buyer pays all the other closing costs related to the sale.
9. WE CAN ASSIST BEYOND THE SALE
Your agent and/or property manager can assist with setting up your electricity, internet, cable, and water bills, recommend the best restaurants for special occasions, connect you with local insurance providers, and so much more!
10. WE WORK WITH THE BEST CLOSING COMPANIES
The Closing Attorney will apply for your trust permit, ensure clean title, make sure all outstanding bills have been paid, order appraisals, advise on legal issues, coordinate with a local notary for deed signatures and more. Fees and service among closing companies will vary, however your agent can advise which companies are the easiest and best to work with.
If you are ready to purchase your dream home in Los Cabos, or wish to know more about buying property in Mexico, please contact us! We will be more tan glad to help you.
