Buyers

Common Questions for Buyers

Best Home for You and Your Family

To Downsize?

To Upsize?

Buyer Agency Agreement

Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

Protect Your Biggest Purchase

Accredited Buyer Representatives

For Sale By Owner

What To Offer

Home Inspections

Title Insurance

Home Warranty

Homeowner's Insurance

Living Well and Stress-Free

Consumer Household Safety

Energy Saving Tips

Buying a Foreclosure

Buying a Short Sale


Sellers

Common Questions for Sellers

22 Questions Questions To Ask

Am I Priced To Sell

Determining Market Value

How Long To Sell My Home

Hiring a Real Estate Appraiser

Certified Residential Specialists

Facing a Short Sale

Facing Foreclosure


Finance

Mortgage Information

Getting That Perfect Mortgage

Get Pre Approved

How Much Do I Qualify For?

Avoiding Irresponsible Lending

Managing Home Equity Lines of Credit


Home Improvements

Value of Home Improvements

Painting

Staging Your Home for Sale

Staging Your Kitchen for Sale

Staging Your Living Room for Sale


Moving

Preparing to Move

Planning Your Move

Hiring a Moving Company

Moving with Children

Self-Moving Advice and Tips

Why Choose an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)

Until the early 90’s, direct representation of buyers was basically nonexistent. As public interest in the concept began to grow, changes to state real estate regulations were pushed into effect (away from sub-agency and undisclosed dual agency towards direct representation of buyers), and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR®) took notice. In early 1996 the designation was officially recognized by NAR®.

Superior buyer representation is now widely available to homebuyers across the country through the ABR® designation.

ABR® professionals have honed their skills in representing the specific needs of homebuyers throughout the real estate transaction process with comprehensive training, continuing education, keeping informed on issues and trends, and being proactive in consumer awareness.

An ABR® professional’s highest mission is to provide homebuyers the high level of representation that was previously only awarded to sellers in a real estate transaction.

This information is meant as a guide. Although deemed reliable, information may not be accurate for your specific market. Please consult a REALTOR® professional for more information on the ABR designation.