BRAND-NEW HOMES
If you are interested in brand-new properties, tell me your wants, needs, and priorities. I'll show you several communities that fit your lifestyle and budget. The process of buying a new house is totally different from buying a resale property.
Many buyers instantly fall in love with a well-decorated model home, and then quickly sign a purchase contract without understanding the terms and conditions. Builders give out promotional incentives only if you sign the contract RIGHT NOW. You should explore other options before making such a significant decision.
Please do NOT start visiting model homes in new communities without your own real estate agent. Once you talk to the builder's salesperson/ employee, your name will be registered in their systems FOR A LONG PERIOD. Many builders won't cover your agent's commission unless the agent attends your first visit to their sales office.
RESALE PROPERTIES
Texas REALTORS share detailed information of nearly all the resale properties via Multiple Listing Services (MLS). You can ask any licensed salesperson or broker about any property on the market.
Buyer's agents (representatives under agreement) look for available properties for their clients. REALTORS can also obtain the information of 'COMING SOON' properties in MLS and forward it to their clients before other consumers can see such properties on Zillow or Redfin.
BUYER'S AGENT
Many consumers hire a Realtor as BUYER'S AGENT when looking for a desirable property in Texas. LISTING AGENT works exclusively for a seller for a specific property. In Texas, it is prohibited for an agent to represent both a seller and a buyer in a transaction ('dual agency').
Please select your buyer's agent carefully. See if s/he has sufficient knowledge of your target area and property type, and if s/he has the ability to help you go through the whole process while minimizing your stresses.
Properties for sale are advertised not only by the seller's agent but also third-party realtors. In many cases, it is unclear for consumers. Ask the advertising realtor whom s/he represents at the beginning of your communication. A Realtor must clearly explain his/ her service and commission and obtain a signature from a prospective buyer BEFORE showing any home. Commissions are negotiable.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT
More corporations are moving to business-friendly DFW from other cities and states. Single-family homes to rent or buy are in strong demand. Individual and institutional investors are flocking to DFW to acquire and build properties to rent.
As an investor of multiple single-family homes, I can help you start and grow real estate investment in DFW. Rental business can generate decent cash flow and additional income, while home prices grow steadily. Besides, Texas is considered one of the best states for landlords.
MASUMI HAYAKAWA
REALTOR® & Mortgage Loan Officer
Email: masumi.hayakawa@gmail.com
Tel: 310-564-6017
TX Real Estate Salesperson
License# 763552
mhayakawa@centralmetro.com
Central Metro Realty LLC
License# 588680
TX Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS# 2480689
Morty, Inc.
NMLS# 1429243