How much does this service cost? Nothing: our commission is paid by the Seller at closing.

Searching all avenues for properties that might suit
We're able to show any property listed on MLS, work with all developers and can also make available properties that can be hard to see, like FSBOs or 'ear to the ground' properties that are quietly for sale but never appear on the MLS.  The listing agent or developer sales agent represent the seller - with a fiduciary duty to obtain for the seller - not the buyer - the highest sales price for the property. Bottom line: buyers' are best serve with representation by a dedicated buyer' agent as buyer's agents and listing agents - seller's agents - have diametrically opposed goals for their clients.

Due diligence to ensure the best purchase for your needs
Conducting due diligence during a property search is critical.  As we specialize in barrier island properties, we know the inventory and communities on well, know which homes are hot, which are not and which have issues of concern.  And we don't simply explore properties in which you've expressed an interest. Based on your lifestyle and desires, we often suggest properties and neighborhoods of which you may be unaware or have not considered, but we think would suit your needs.

Once we identify properties that might suit, our research doesn't stop there.
Beyond conducting real time market analysis of property sales, we scour public records of the property and adjacent parcels to ascertain the real scoop on why a property may be for sale and to unearth issues to further research. Conversations with listing agents also glean valuable data relative to the purchase process, like seller motivation and history of past offers. Our long standing relationships with highly regarded vendors like contractors, attorneys and inspectors who can provide expertise as needed regarding all aspects of a potential property purchase.

Macro Community Issues Of Relevance
Because no property exists in a vacuum, our due diligence on your behalf goes beyond the property: intangibles like community culture and constituencies are also explored - the property may be ideal, but is the community? Are its rules and regulations acceptable or inconsistent with your lifestyle? We also keep current on macro issues that can impact values, like which neighborhoods' deed restrictions are due to expire, which are planning to implement first-time rules and plans for new developments or changes in zoning that could impact your investment.

Negotiation That Place Your Interests First
As your advocate in the negotiation process, our goal for as your buyer representative is twofold: to secure the property for you at the lowest possible price in a contract with the most favorable terms possible.  We marry these key market statistics with seller motivation and listing history to recommend offer terms we feel will secure for you the purchase. Different situations warrant different negotiation strategies, like offering lesser monies in exchange for a fast closing to a seller trying to secure a subsequent purchase.

To protect your interests, we routinely integrate non-standard clauses in contracts for purchase and sale like accelerating the deadline for seller-provided title insurance to allow extra time to resolve unexpected title issues or adding an addendum with 'right to inspect/right to cancel' that provides buyers with a window in which to escape the contract for any reason and retain their deposits.

Management of contract through closing - and beyond
From contract through closing, we monitor key contract dates and provisions to ensure a smooth transaction, including personally attending all inspections and providing you with detailed recommendations for insurance, service and utility providers for the property after closing.And after closing, we continue to serve as your eyes and ears for the property as needed, which is of special importance to second home owners not in full time residence.

Whether your dream property is an in-town pied-a-Terre, a rambling ocean front estate, a full time home for your young family or a maintenance-free retirement home, we will make your barrier island purchase a reality - and a solid investment in the Vero Beach lifestyle.