Buying a home without an agent can be more difficult than working with a professional. You’ll have a few added responsibilities if you decide to go at it alone.

You Won’t Have As Much Market Knowledge

Real estate agents have access to real estate property listings, so they know which homes are on the market and what features they have. Great real estate agents are very familiar with their local markets.

They listen to what you need in a home and find properties within your budget. If you don’t have an agent, you’ll have to do all the heavy lifting and research yourself.

Negotiations Can Be Tricky

Real estate agents are negotiation experts. If you buy a home without an agent, you’ll have to negotiate and decide how much to offer on your own. This may cause you to unknowingly overpay for your home – or lose out on one you want. When you work with a buyer’s agent, they will negotiate on your behalf with the seller and seller’s agent.

There’s A Lot Of Paperwork Involved

Do you know how to draw up an ironclad purchase offer? Can you read an inspection report? Buying a home involves a lot of documentation. A real estate agent can help you manage the mountain of paperwork and draw your attention to important issues.

Agents Have Connections You Might Not Have

Buying a home means working with a lot of third-party experts. A real estate agent can direct you to quality professionals, such as contractors and home inspectors, that will make the buying process easier.

When you don’t have an agent, you must research services and businesses on your own, which can increase your chances of getting stuck with shoddy work.