Knowledgeable Buyer Representation and Services

Omega Realty leaves no stone unturned

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Market research

Knowledge is power. We'll conduct current market research and prepare a detailed Comparative Market Analysis of recent property sales in your chosen community. We’ll help you determine a comfortable, affordable price range. This analysis will guide us to a conservative, realistic offer price that could save you 5% or more on a home purchase price. For example, on a $300,000 purchase price, 5% represents a possible cost savings to you of around $15,000…real money…your money!

More effective negotiations

Make no mistake, negotiations are complex and sometimes adversarial. Amateurs are at a distinct disadvantage in negotiations. We hold your privacy, desire for the property, and personal financial resources in strict confidence, putting you in a much stronger negotiating position. We’ll estimate closing costs and provide guidance on what a particular property will ultimately cost long-term to own. When you want to make an offer, we will draw up contract terms and conditions for your benefit and in your best interests.

Guide your selection of the most appropriate financing, insurance and title options

No matter your financial and credit circumstances, we will help you navigate the many choices and recommend the most reputable mortgage, insurance, title and 1031 exchange companies to properly secure your purchase and ownership. We even help clients repair their credit and help them organize and prepare their personal financial information.

Effective counsel regarding governmental issues

Every community has its special considerations and issues when purchasing property. We live here and are actively involved in our community and its government. We can guide you through the maze of current city and county issues, such as:  

  • Utility expansions and estimates of future assessment costs – Some of our communities are actively building out infrastructure and altering zoning to serve our growing population needs. Learn firsthand how they could affect your property choice.
  • Environmental restrictions – You need to be aware of any use restrictions because of our plentiful eagles, owls, mangroves, sanctuaries, wetlands, etc.
  • Tax and homestead exemption – How to reduce your property taxes and responsibly plan for the future.
  • Home building and site feasibility studies – If you plan to purchase land and build the home of your dreams, we will help you make the best choices and navigate the whole process from beginning to end.

Managing the closing process

We will recommend the most professional closing agent, title company, and/or attorney to complete your purchase and we will work closely with them on your behalf. We keep you thoroughly updated on the progress of each activity and attend the closing with you or in your place, if you choose to close via mail.

Allegiance to you, the Buyer

You want a broker who is working solely for you − one who will offer important facts about the property under consideration, even if that honesty will dissuade you from buying a particular property. We will more openly provide:

  • Pointing out flaws in a particular property that does not suit your individual needs and goals
  • Boating access and barriers, such as bridges, overhead clearances, or distances to deep waters
  • Knowledge about the Seller, why he is selling, the strength of his motivation, or how negotiable he is
  • Newer, pending zoning changes near a property that could forever change the neighborhood
  • Honest assessment of current market conditions, particularly where the market is softening, creating downward pressure on prices and new competitive advantages

Having a Buyer Agent who’s exclusively representing your interests can turn the tables. It’s your money…make sure you are well represented!   

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