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Reasons to Hire a Buyer’s Agent

  • Extensive knowledge of the current market conditions and homes in buyer’s specific area
  • Agents advise, insight and ongoing consultation
  • Agents accessibility and availability to meet Buyer’s timeframe
  • Send electronically homes that may meet Buyer’s specifications
  • Organize and schedule property viewings
  • Advise possible repair of site issues/problems while showing
  • Share knowledge & insight about homes you are viewing and good buys
  • Knowledge of area specific nuances and statutory disclosures
  • Explain Company’s value proposition
  • Explain and execute a Buyers Brokerage Agreement with Agency Disclosures
  • Find the right home for Buyer
  • Prepare and explain comps to determine value for offer
  • Explain and prepare purchase agreement, disclosures, addendums and counter offers
  • Education Buyers on multiple offer process if applicable
  • Strategy and negotiation skills to secure property for Buyer
  • Determine property inclusions and exclusions
  • Adhere to timelines in agreement
  • Researching and tracking down information
  • Order and review Preliminary Title Report and solve any title issues before closing
  • Order and review HOA docs
  • Order and review CC&R’s
  • Double check fees, HOA dues, taxes, applicable prorations
  • Extensive knowledge of utilities in Buyer’s desired areas
  • Discuss options on all types of inspections and schedule
  • Attend inspections, appraisals and negotiate Buyer’s objections with Seller’s Agent.
  • Relationships with Vendors to get Estimates on Repairs if needed
  • Discuss and assist securing a lender and financing options
  • Continued working relationship with lender and title to ensure process is completed and stays on time
  • Discuss and assist in appraisal process
  • Hire Transaction Coordinator to work with Buyer and Agent to ensure paperwork and timeline compliance
  • Managing title and escrow process
  • Verify any existing lease agreements
  • Obtain and present all seller’s and agents disclosures
  • Provide Utility Information and remind buyers when it is time to set up transfers and service.
  • Confirm all repairs have been made
  • Perform final Buyer walk through
  • Review closing paperwork
  • Coordinate closing times and locations
  • Provide Buyer with documentation package throughout the transaction and after close for their records
  • Solve post-closing issues and follow up
  • After close, continue to provide home valuations and be a trusted resource in the community
Rankin Richey Team

Rankin Richey Team

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Hi, We are Greg and Amanda, a father-daugther team, and we can help you find your piece of the Tahoe Lifestyle

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Testimonials

"Greg helped us in the purchase of a condominium at the Resort at Squaw Creek in Squaw Valley.  His knowledge of North Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley, and... continued"
- Kristi Johansen & Ryan Bezenek
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The Rankin Richey Team

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531 North Lake Blvd Tahoe City, CA 96145
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