Home Buying Questions ( FAQs )

Asking questions is essential when you are a home buyer, and Jeremy insists you ask questions. An educated buyer will make better decisions throughout the home buying process and is less likely to have buyer's remorse after moving in. Below are 10 questions that Jeremy feels is important to be transparent on before you chose to work with him in making most likely your largest financial decision.

Top 10 Questions to Ask Your Realtor

10. How long have you been selling homes in Kingwood, Humble and Atascocita, Texas?

A. Jeremy has been selling homes in Kingwood, Humble and Atascocita, TX since 2004. Prior to real estate, Jeremy was a director with the Lake Houston Family YMCA in Kingwood, TX.

9. How can I contact you at anytime during the transaction?

A. Jeremy is very accessible to his clients with an office space at the Keller Williams Realty NE office located at 20665 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, by office phone 281-387-7689, and by email. Jeremy is available to show homes throughout the week and by appointment on weekends. Jeremy believes communication is one of top duties of any real estate agent and a must to ensure a smooth and positive experience for his clients.

8. Is this your full-time or part-time job?

A. Jeremy is a full-time professional real estate agent. Jeremy feels that it is impossible to provide the level of customer service that a client deserves when making such an important decision. Part-time agents give you part-time attention.

7. Do you represent the buyer or the seller?

A. As a home buyer, it is important to know the types of representations that can exist in any real estate transaction. In your first consultation with Jeremy, he will go over the types of representation by a real estate agent including: buyer representation, seller representation, intermediary by appointment, and intermediary with no appointments. It is required by law that Jeremy fully discloses representation in advance of any transaction - Information About Brokerage Services.

6. What are the costs incurred when a Realtor represents me the buyer?

A. For most real estate transactions in the Kingwood, Humble and Atascocita, Texas area, the cost for buyer representation is paid by the seller. The commission paid to the buyer's representative is a contractually agreed upon amount between the seller and the listing agent. In the case of a home builder, the buyer's agent is paid by the home builder at closing. So there is no cost to you for buyer representation in most cases.

5. How long will it take for you find a home that meets my needs?

A. This can vary depending upon your wants, needs and motivation to make a move on a particular home. Jeremy listens and identifies those things that are important to you, and then after reviewing those items quickly locates homes that match your needs.

4. Will you only show me listings from your brokerage?

A. While there is a chance that you will see homes that may be listed by Jeremy or his brokerage, Jeremy does not limit his clients viewing internal listings. Jeremy is a member of the Houston Association of Realtors. Being a member, he has access to a wide variety of homes from many different brokerages. Jeremy's primary focus is to locate a home that fits his clients' needs in the shortest amount of time as possible.

3. Do you have online sources for me to view homes?

A. Yes, Jeremy provides a free home search of all listings in the Houston MLS (multiple listing service). No registration is required. If you find something you like, click on the button requesting additional information, and Jeremy will follow up promptly. You can also request Buyer Instant Notifications (BINS) by contacting Jeremy Williams at 281-387-7689. Buyer Instant Notifications use cutting edge technology to email you the home listings you want as soon as they become available. Buyer Instant Notifications also allows you to search, save, and make notes to track homes of interest. Know before anyone else what is on the market! Call today to have your customized search setup.

2. When are you available to show homes?

A. Jeremy is available to show homes by appointment. Jeremy typically needs 24 hours advance notice to set the appointments with the home owners of the prospective properties. Advance planning also allows Jeremy to find out additional information about the prospective property that would be of interest to a home buyer prior to touring.

1. Is your performance guaranteed?

A. Jeremy has a 100% closing rate with his home buyers (Read more about why you should choose Jeremy) Jeremy has this type of closing rate because he listens to his home buyers' needs, and formulates a plan to meet those needs.

Again, asking questions is very important in the home buying process. If you don't know the answer to a question, ask!  Jeremy believes communication and transparency is important in the realtor/client relationship when purchasing a home. Jeremy can ensure that you will have a positive experience when utilizing his services to purchasing a home in Kingwood, Humble or Atascocita, Texas.