Kim started in real estate in 1991, just a few years after she became a homeowner. She used the first Realtor she spoke to, saw a total of 3 homes, and made an offer. She didn’t question the advice, interest rate, points etc. She just assumed everyone was working on her behalf.
You know where this is going don’t you? After paying three points, she paid more than necessary, and her interest rate was 10.75%. Talk about gullibility!
She realized there was an opportunity here. She couldn’t be the only person who needed guidance and education in this process. As one of the biggest investments we make in a lifetime, it’s scary enough without having to look over your shoulder every step of the way.
So, she entered the world of real estate, and each time she learned something, she thought about how it impacted the client.
What did she wish she had known at the time? What are the short-term and long-term effects of the decision being made?
What is the buyer looking for, and what is the seller looking for? How can this process be made as stress-free as possible for the client?