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3 Tips for Working with a Naples Real Estate Agent to Find Foreclosures

Whether you’re looking for an investment property or a new home for your family, foreclosures are a popular way to find property at a good price. Finding and purchasing foreclosures can be a complicated process. You don’t want to go through this alone. A Naples real estate agent can be a great asset to you during this time. Just keep in mind these tips for working with a real estate agent to find foreclosures.

·         Be honest. Your real estate agent is a professional, and they should be treated as such. Explain to them during your first meeting that you are looking for foreclosures. Don’t lie about your financial situation. They need to know exactly what you’re looking for and exactly what you can afford. Otherwise, you’re wasting your time and theirs.

·         Know what you want. Telling your Naples real estate agent that you want to buy a foreclosure doesn’t give them enough information to help you. You need to give them specific information about the type of property you want to buy and what features you want inside. Prepare this list before you meet with your agent and listen to any suggestions they have.

·         Be flexible and responsible. Your real estate agent is there to help you, but they also have other clients and responsibilities. Rest assured that they want you to be happy, but they will not be able to devote all their time to you alone. Be flexible when you make appointments, be on time to all meetings, and expect the same treatment from your agent.

Want to get a good deal on a foreclosure?  I can help. Call me today at 239-596-1181 or email me at dave@bartleyrealty.com

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