In addition to helping my clients sell and/or purchase millions of dollars of real estate, I have earned ABR, CCIM, CRS, E-Pro, GRI and RRS Designations.

Accredited Buyers Representative®

The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners who met the specified educational and practical experience criteria set by the Real Estate Buyers Agent Council (REBAC) of the National Association of REALTORS®.

An ABR® must complete comprehensive REBAC course work in buyer representation and successfully pass a written examination. They must also demonstrate a practical experience of having completed five closed real estate transactions in the field of buyer representation and be a member in good standing with the National Association of REALTORS®.

Buying a home today can be much more complicated than in the past. It is difficult to know why you should use an Accredited Buyer Representative rather than Aunt Suzy, Cousin Bill or the fellow from the church.

As your ACCREDITED BUYER REPRESENTATIVE I will:

  • Respond honestly and accurately to all questions.
  • Search all available properties -- listed, for-sale-by-owner, foreclosures, and new construction -- for homes appropriate to the buyer's needs and wants.
  • Show suitable homes, specifying strengths and weaknesses.
  • Provide guidance on best property values.
  • Advise on local requirements for professional property inspection and warranties.
  • Provide information and estimates for any services requested.
  • Arrange for property inspections.
  • Confirm that needed corrections or repairs to the property have been completed.
  • Research and analyze comparative financial data on neighboring properties.
  • Offer broker opinions on value of properties under consideration.
  • Analyze mortgage loan terms from multiple lenders and advise on the most favorable.
  • Consult on appropriate offers to purchase.
  • Submit offers promptly.
  • Consult on counter offers.
  • Assist in choosing the closing authority.
  • Review HUD-1 closing statement for accuracy.
  • Retain strict confidentiality in every aspect of the transaction.

    Why wouldn't you want to use an ABR to help you find your next home?