Probably the most important decision you will make is your Buyer Representative. Consider the following during your decision making process: Accredited Buyer Representative. The ABR designation is a relatively new designation that has changed the way we do business. This intensive training includes topics such as negotiating for the buyer, protective clauses and the rights of the homebuyer. The ABR will be well qualified to act as your representative. Knowledge. How familiar is the agent with the area? How long have they lived in the area? You would be surprised at how many agents have recently moved here from other cities or states. Ask the agent how long he/she has sold real estate. It is imperative that you hire an agent who knows the area and has a track record. We have all lived in the area for many, many years and have over 40 years combined real estate experience and are consistent multi-million dollar producers. Rapport. Another important issue - how comfortable do you feel with the agent? Did they listen to you and ask probing questions to help determine your wants and needs? The interview should touch on the agent's qualifications but should center on you. Systems. Does the agent have a personal assistant to help with the day to day running of the business. Suppose the agent is out showing property to another client and you have a question or concern...is there someone you could call? A personal assistant is invaluable to a busy and successful RealtorŪ. The assistant notifies the agent of property matches for his/her clients, tracks the transaction from offer acceptance through closing, coordinates inspections and is available to answer questions. Once you have determined which agent you would like to work with, you will be supplied with a Broker Employment Agreement. Although optional, you may want to consider hiring your agent via contract. This agreement will allow the agent to work with you as your Buyer Representative and will spell out the terms of the agreement. The agreement will include what services the agent will provide for you and what the agent will expect from you, the client. We take this contract very seriously and will work diligently to help you find the best home for your needs - we truly appreciate the trust you have placed in us as your Buyer Representative. Buyer Counseling Session Back to Top Return to main Buyer Page Buying a home? Fill out our on-line Buyer Inquiry Form Selling a home? Fill out our on-line Seller Inquiry Form Relocating? Fill out our on-line Relocation Inquiry Form or call us toll free at 1-866-come2ky! Get on the "Fast Track" to home ownership! Sign up to receive home listings via email! REALTOR®, ABR, CNHS, CRS, GRI, SRES REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, GRI REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, GRI REALTOR®, ABR, CCREC Email Cherie, Shirley, Kitty, and Linda: inquiry@welcome2ky.com Toll Free Phone: 1-866-come2ky (1-866-266-3259) Keller Williams Realty Bluegrass 2424 Harrodsburg Rd. Suite 1 Lexington, Kentucky 40503 You may NOT reproduce or copy any information, graphics or html contained herein (including the character "Lexie" and his likeness) for use on another website or other promotional materials without specific written authorization from Cherie Butler, Shirley DeBoor, Kitty Lane, or Linda Wiley. Violators will be subject to legal action for copyright infringement. In accordance with the law, the properties and real estate services featured on this web site are offered without respect to race, color, creed, sex, national origin, physical limitations, or familiar status. REALTORŪ is a registered collective membership mark which identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORSŪ and subscribes to it's strict Code of Ethics.