It’s a practice that since 1996, has been commonplace in Real Estate. You’re a buyer looking for a house. Maybe you’ve connected with an agent that has dropped you on their mailing list to keep you up to date with new listings that come on the market. Maybe one has even shown you a couple houses. Either way, you’ve also […]
I don’t need a buyer agent…

This is a phrase I hear all too often. As an Exclusive Buyer’s Agent, it really makes me wonder why people think that way. Well, I know why they think that way. I think the bigger question is why is it so hard to explain to them why they really do need a buyer’s agent? I remember the days before […]
Questions To Ask A Real Estate Agent

First some history about the evolution of the different types of real estate agencies. Exclusive Agency is something that has been lost in the muddied waters of Real Estate. A long time ago, all agencies were Exclusive Seller Agencies. Sellers would get full, uncompromising representation from start to finish. Then the Exclusive Buyer Agency got started. For the first time […]
Coronavirus crisis and buying a home

A lot of agents and home buyers alike are asking the question – What do I do now about buying a home, in light of the COVID-19 crisis? Many are putting searching on hold and waiting things out, others are still searching, but virtually only. So, what are your options at this point? First and foremost, I do want to […]
Turning Point for National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents

Nick Martin, Realtor ®, EBA | February 20, 2019 I had the honor of going to the 25th Annual National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA) Convention this year in Scottsdale AZ. NAEBA is a professional organization of real estate buyer agents and buyer brokers who only represent home buyers. Members of NAEBA do not accept listings, advertise properties for […]
10 Things Only a Buyer’s Agent Can Tell You

Buying a home can be emotionally and financially stressful. Increasingly, home buyers are choosing to be represented by a Buyer’s Agent to relieve the pressure of “buyer beware” in the home buying process. At Buyer’s Choice Realty, representing buyers is all we do, exclusively! #1 We Look Out For Your Best Interest ‑ The client level services required of a […]
Happy Holidays

As the holidays approach, we want to express our appreciation to all of the home buyers who have trusted us to represent them in their home purchase. We are thankful every day for your perception and insight that grasped the unique difference our Exclusive Buyer Agency brought to your home search, evaluation, inspection, and closing process. While my wife Bonnie […]
What type of agent should you hire when buying or selling a home?

Consumers are often confused by the different terms used to describe real estate agents and real estate companies. In this post we will define the different types and terms used to describe real estate agents. In another post we will cover terms used to describe real estate brokers and agencies. What is the difference between salesperson, agent, realtor, listing agent, […]
Are you thinking of listing your home for a 1% fee?

This post will outline why the 1% listing fees offered by companies like Redfin are too much to pay in Massachusetts. If you want to sell your home and are a genuine do-it-yourself person, then why not use one of the vendors who will put your property into the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for $300 or less, as an Entry […]
To Rent or Own? Gloucester, MA Real Estate Pros Offer Their Opinion

Should you rent or buy a home? Many people arrive at this question eventually at some point in their lives. When weighing major life decisions such as this, everyone seems to have an answer. That doesn’t instantly make it the best choice for you though. While homeownership makes sense for some people, it may not for others. The same thing […]