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Do you need a realtor to buy a home? No, you don't. There's no law that says you have to hire one. But that doesn't mean going without one is in your best interest. After about 25 years in Atlanta real estate, I've seen what happens on both sides of that decision. Here's my honest take on when you need an agent, what one actually does for you, and who can reasonably go it alone. The Short Answer You're not required to use a realtor to buy a home Finding the house is only abou

Picking a realtor is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make before you even look at a house. The right one can save you tens of thousands of dollars and a lot of stress. The wrong one can cost you both. I've spent about 25 years in real estate as an agent, property manager, builder, and flipper. Here's what I'd tell a friend who asked me how to choose, and why I think I'm a good fit for a certain kind of client. The Short Answer Hire experience, not a discount Fin

Every agent in Atlanta calls themselves a local expert. It's printed on yard signs, business cards, and probably a few coffee mugs. So, when someone asks me what makes me one, I don't want to hand them a slogan. I want to show my work. Here's the short version. I grew up here, left, came back, and chose to plant my family intown. I've spent about 25 years in residential real estate as an agent, property manager, builder, and flipper. I’ve ranked in the Top 1% of the Atlanta A