Friday, October 26, 2012 / by Alvin Paulson
10 Steps to Home Ownership-Step 2
Are you ready for step two? This step can be one of the most important step in buying a home. Choosing an Expert Advisor is a must when planning to buy a home. Did you know that the average real estate agent sells 8 homes a year? This is a National Association of REALTORS statistic. This is staggering! Why consumers choose a person who is no more experienced than they are to guide them down the path to the largest transaction in most people's lives is astonishing. So the moral of the story is hire a professional to guide you down the path. Here is step number 2 in your 10 Steps to Home Ownership from REALTOR.com
"More than 2 million people in the United States have earned real estate licenses. However, real estate is a tough business with a steep dropout rate, and the result is that only a small percentage of those with licenses actively help buyers and sellers.
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) includes 1 million brokers and salespeople, individuals bound together with a strong Code of Ethics, extensive training opportunities and a wealth of community information. NAR members are routinely active in PTAs, local government committees and a variety of neighborhood organizations. Being actively involved in community affairs provides REALTORS® with a better understanding of the area in which they are selling."
For the entire article click here: http://www.realtor.com/home-finance/buyers-basics/guide-how-to-buy-a-home-2.aspx?source=web
To discuss your Home Buying Strategic Plan contact me, 469-644-8558 or alvin@paulsonres.com.
