One of the biggest misconceptions that I come across when working with clients on home purchases is that many people are scared to use a realtor for help because they have heard horror stories about realtor commission. It's important to note that I am not a realtor and I do not benefit from recommending that you use a realtor. I just think it's a really good idea.
Thus, as per the title of this post, please note: realtors do not cost anything if you are BUYING a house.
Whether it's someone you know, a friend of a friend, or a referral, a realtor will help you through the steps of your home purchase so that the process can be as stress-free as possible. Contracts can be confusing and are, of course, binding - so make sure that you're covering yourself before you sign!
