Now that you are considering buying a home, it's time to make an important choice. Who should represent your family as your "Buyer's Agent", on the most important purchase you will make? Should you simply call each individual listing agent to see every home you come across, and have to answer numerous questions each time? Or should you instead, select a dedicated area specialist, and let him "manage" the process for you? It's an easy answer isn't it? Since 1992, Frank has worked with hundreds of buyers, and successfully represented them in purchases of resale homes and in new construction. As Frank also works with numerous sellers, he can bring a unique insight into the mind of sellers, which in turn will help you make better decisions as you go through the buying process.

You very likely have some important questions on your mind right now . . .
1.    How will Frank effectively manage my home search?
2.    How will Frank protect my family's interest in my purchase?
3.    Why should I choose Frank as my family Realtor?

How will Frank effectively manage my home search?

Personal Attention

In this era of the "mega-agent" or "mega-broker", buyers and sellers end up talking to, and dealing with assistants to a Realtor and not the person who knows your needs best -- your "buyer's agent"! Since 1992 Frank has managed his successful Real Estate business himself, without the use of such assistants. Frank is by your side every step of the way, from the first house you see through to your closing and after!

Frank is a "good listener"!

Some of Frank's buyers were unsuccessful in prior home searches with other agents. The #1 reason he is given is that "they didn't listen"! They showed me homes in areas where I didn't want to be, that didn't meet my family's criteria or were too expensive. Frank is a good listener. He will show you ONLY the homes that meet your criteria, and if none are found, will advise you of what IS for sale, and give you choices on how to proceed.

Convenient Scheduling

You will look at homes on YOUR schedule! Weekdays, weekends, day or night, Frank wants you to bring the family and not be rushed or inconvenienced in any way. Also, if you will be looking at several homes with Frank, a time-frame of 1-2 hours is likely. House hunting trips shorter or longer may also occur, depending on your needs that day.

Receive a Property List via E-mail

Frank ensures in advance, that you know what you will be looking at on your house-hunting day! Frank will e-mail all the properties you will be viewing, so you can check them out in advance to be sure they are houses you want to see. Sometimes however, a photo will not do a house justice, so Frank will be sure you don't exclude what could be "the perfect home" from your list!

How will Frank protect my family's interests in my purchase?

Frank Cares

Frank is not in Real Estate to make a quick buck! Family is the most important thing in life to Frank. Much more important than any paycheck! He realizes that your move effects every member of your family, including your pets, and works hard to make sure your sale or purchase is a smooth transaction! Many of Frank's buyers are also his "sellers", and he knows you only want to make ONE MOVE if possible. After you meet him, you will agree that he genuinely cares about you and your family.

Referrals to Mortgage Lending -- Prequalification

Pre-qualifying will be important, as you should have your financing in place (or at least started) when you make your purchase on your home. Frank is familiar with all the popular methods of financing a home and will refer you to excellent lenders. Sellers will most always request that a buyer be pre-qualified or pre-approved for a loan, before they take their home off the market.

Pre-offer Market Analysis & Negotiation of Contract

Frank makes sure YOU know the value of the home you have chosen, so you make good decisions in your negotiation of price and terms. Franks CMA's are extremely thorough so you will know if the asking price on a home is high, low or right on target. There are a great many things to consider when negotiating a purchase contract and Frank has had years of experience in every possible situation. Frank's job is to help you negotiate the best price and terms possible, guiding you to a smooth transaction and move.

Buyer Protection Contingencies

There are a few very important protections that you can receive in your purchase contract, the most important ones involving property inspections. Frank will refer you to home inspectors that have given good service to Frank's clients through the years, and who have a proven track record. It is important to have the "choice" of canceling a contract if the property inspection does not meet your expectations! Also, protections must be in place if you are selling a house, obtaining financing, etc., so your family's interests are protected.

Contract Process

There are many events that take place while you are getting your financing approved. There are property inspections, appraisal, survey, follow up re-inspections, seller repairs, etc., and all parties to your purchase must do their parts well and on time, for you to have a successful, smooth purchase and move. Frank is one of the most organized people you will ever meet, and helps to keep everyone "on point", and paying attention to what they must be doing every step of the way. Open lines of communication are critical, so potential problems that can derail your purchase are avoided.

Closing

In addition to attending your property inspections, Frank will be at your closing. He will answer all your questions about your settlement statement, so you understand where every dollar is going.

Why should I choose Frank as my family Realtor?

Because Frank treats each client as if they were his only client! Frank takes the time to get to know you and you family, and your family's goals in buying. Next, he listens carefully, becoming familiar with what your "perfect house" is. He counsels you continuously to make sure you always know all your options and make good decisions. Finding your "perfect home" is virtually guaranteed from the first minute you talk to Frank!

Frank's been an Area Expert and Market Leader since 1992
Thorough Home Search, checking for new listings daily
Personal Attention
A knowledgeable Realtor who puts your family's needs first

Frank would very much like to "earn" your business. For a "no pressure" appointment and review of Frank's Buyer Services, call him at 407-532-0335 or contact him from within this web site today!

Not ready to buy yet, but needing some good advice and information? Frank's happy to help you anytime and any way he can! The links below take you to parts of the web site that will help you most.

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ADVICE ON BUYING:

So you want to buy a home.
Random house hunting may be interesting, but it's no way to locate the right home for your family. Besides wasting a lot of time and energy, you run the risk of buying what you really don't want, or missing the perfect home to fit your needs and desires. Your REALTOR® can help you qualify your needs and pre-select certain homes that fit these needs. He can take the work out of looking. Your family's basic needs should be defined, as well as those features that could be considered 'desires' and those nice 'extras' beyond your basic needs, that will give your home more value while you live in it, and when you eventually sell it. Keep those in mind at all times. Then you can make your final decision on the basis of which home has the most desirable features. 'Frills' and 'extras' are often so attractive that you tend to overlook the major needs and things you'll have to live with day in and day out.
	Two viewpoints. You may be looking at a home as a 'stepping stone' investment. If so, you should realize that although a certain home may not have every feature that you desire, you should be willing to make some compromises based on the economics involved. Compromises are often easy to make, and can satisfy your needs until you're ready to move on to another home as your family structure and financial position changes.
On the other hand, if you are looking at this home as a property that you intend to own for a long time, and you have the discretion of investing accordingly, then you will want to make sure that it suits your present needs and that it can be adapted to your future needs and desires. Choosing the neighborhood. Factors such as convenience to work, schools, shopping and public transportation will probably determine the general area for your house hunting. Beyond general location, it's important to know as much about the neighborhood as possible. Is there adequate police and fire protection, and is there a fee for those services? If the area is under planned development (as more and more communities are today), there will be protective covenants, conditions and restrictions. Your REALTOR® will be glad to provide copies of such covenants and to review them with you, so that you will have a clear understanding of what is involved in property ownership in that particular area. In making any investment in property, one should know what the past history of the property has been in that general region and what the projections are for the future. This is all part of your REALTORS® professional approach to the representation of homes to buyers. Get all the facts on the neighborhood before you fall in love with a particular house.
Outside the house. It is in your best interest to know how much property is included, the amount of frontage and depth of the property. How much maintenance does the exterior require? How about the landscaping? If you like trees be sure they are there.
Condition of roof, furnace, air conditioner, appliances: Most sellers can give you their opinion, but you may want to have an expert inspect the house (even at your own expense). In some cases, if there are problems, adjustments can be arranged in the purchase price to compensate for these repairs. After all, the seller may not have had any problems with that item. The home's general appearance is important, and most home sellers will do some fixing up to make their house more attractive when they are ready to sell. This is always a good idea. REALTORS® will often recommend that the seller make minor repairs and improvements, too. It's nice to be able to move into a house where these little details have all been cared for and everything is fresh and clean. The floor plan. As you consider the floor plan of any house, picture your family living in the house, doing the kinds of things that you normally do and the kind of entertaining you like to do. Besides just considering the number of rooms, consider the size as well. Large rooms are not always an advantage; small rooms not necessarily undesirable.
	In searching for the 'right' floor plan, some compromises are usually involved, since very few people can afford all of the things that they might like to have in a property. What must be weighed very carefully is just what compromises you are making and how important they really are to you. You may find that you will have to give up some features that you previously thought were important in order to have some other advantages of that particular home. This is entirely a personal matter. There's no way anyone can tell you what compromises or adjustments you should make.
Here are just a few of many important considerations that every homebuyer should know about. If you're buying a house that's 'For Sale By Owner' and without the services of a REALTOR® and be sure to check all the things a REALTOR® would check. We can furnish you with a more complete checklist and counsel with you on your specific requirements.

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