I'm a "For Sale by Owner" and plan to use my ​Buyer's Agent for the paperwork. 
​"This may not be a good idea. The sale of a home is the biggest financial transaction most of us will ever make and should be treated as such.

Why Use a Real Estate Transaction​ Agent?

using a Buyer’s Agent to facilitate “for sale by owner” transactions is similar to plaintiff and defendant using same attorney in lawsuit. Buyer and Seller need separate representation.       

WHAT WE DO: 

• Real Estate Brokerage - Atlanta Communities represents Seller
• Carry "Errors and Omissions" insurance (E&O)
• Schedule real estate closing attorney 
• Offer superior negotiating skills to avoid delays, costly mistakes or, lost deals
• Obtain deed from county
• Expertly prepare contracts and docs using Authentisign E-Signature process  
• Negotiate Seller’s best interests during escrow 
• Provide/Assist Sellers with property and community association fee disclosures
• Coordinate and escrow Earnest money funds
• Work with Buyer's lenders to verify funding contingencies    
• Assist Seller with counter offer
• Navigate Buyer and Seller through common obstacles during due diligence period 
• Coordinate appraisers and assist with appraisal discrepancies   
• Expertly prepare GAR documents for smooth escrow
• Coordinate Buyer's final walk through
• Recommend Closing Attorneys, Lenders, Inspectors, Appraisers, or Contractors
• Ethical Treatment - REALTORS® adhere to strict code of ethics, based on professionalism and protection of public. As a REALTOR®’s client, expect honest and ethical treatment in transaction-related matters.  

FAQs
How much does a Transaction Brokerage Agent charge? 
Typically LESS than 1% of sales price.

​When are fees due? 
Most fees are paid at closing and included in ALTA settlement statement.  

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