Your Pittsburgh Buyer’s Agent

I have over a decade of experience and over 1000 transactions, as a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Select Realty in Pittsburgh. I know the ins and outs of how a real estate transaction works, how to head off problems before they happen, and how to get you the house you want. I make sure that my buyers always know what is happening, and why, so they never feel like they are out of control. Give me a call, I am always happy to talk about your home buying plans and how I can help. Here are some of the benefits I provide to my clients:

Someone to look out for your interest

The listing agent works in the best interest of the seller. Their goal is to sell you that house for the maximum price. Even if you sign on with them as a dual agent you will still be dealing with an agent that is balancing the demands of both buyer and seller evenly. In Pennsylvania you always have the right to have an agent that is contractually obligated to work on your behalf. That agent can show you any home and help you find the one that is the best fit for you, not just the one they have listed.

Confidentiality

The Broker Buyer Relationship Agreement guarantees that information we discuss about your buying power, motivation and time frame are confidential and will not be revealed to the seller, or their agent. Seemingly innocent ‘small talk” between you and the seller, or their representative, may be used against you when it comes time to negotiate.

Detailed price analysis and insider information

As someone who works in real estate everyday I know what is going on in the market and how that will affect your ability to get the house you want. When you are ready to make an offer I complete a detailed price analysis as well as discuss what is going on in the neighborhood, development plans and inventory so you know what kind of offer to make.

Provide a professional real estate team for you

A real estate transaction requires teamwork. Agent, loan officer, home inspector, appraiser, insurance agent, contractors, title companies, settlement companies, code enforcement and municipalities all play a role. I have a team that has performed for my clients in the past, and I am confident will do so for you.

Reduce the emotions in the transaction

Buying, and selling, is more than a financial decision, it’s filled with high emotions that if left unchecked can disrupt your deal. As your agent, I am trained to negotiate on your behalf without letting those feelings become part of the equation.

Help find the right home for you

I can search based on extended criteria to better match the features you are looking for in a house, and as a life-long Pittsburgh resident I can make suggestions of homes that are most likely to offer the things you want.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Christa when looking for my home. From Day 1, Christa was extremely responsive and had great suggestions for homes to view based on what I was looking for. We looked at many homes together and throughout the whole process, negotiations & closing, Christa was very hands on and quickly handled any issues that may have arisen. I cannot recommend her more for someone buying or selling their home. You are in good hands with Christa!!

Jessica, Buyer, Monroeville, PA
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Our First Meeting

This is our opportunity to get to know each other, talk about your needs, review the buying process and establish a business relationship. You will want to bring along your pre-approval letter and a list of the things you are looking for in your new home.

The first time we meet in person I will ask you to sign a Consumer Notice. This document is not a contract but rather a disclosure required by PA State Law to help consumers make informed decisions about the business relationships they may have with real estate brokers and salespersons.

We will also discuss the Buyer’s agency agreement. This is a relationship where a licensed real estate agent, upon entering into a written agreement, works for and represents the interest of the buyer.  Buyer’s agency is established by signing the Buyer Broker Business Relationship Agreement. This document provides for a mutually beneficial business relationship in which you, as the buyer get the benefits outlined above. This same document also outlines how I get paid (usually as a percentage of the purchase price) for the time and work I do for you, which considering that real estate is my full-time career, makes me pretty happy.

I will also ask you to fill out an information sheet and your wish list. We’ll set up your search and get you started looking for your new home. If you are a buyer from out-of-town our initial meeting can be done over the phone.

I am fully committed to all federal, state and local fair housing laws and provides nondiscriminatory service to all consumers regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, handicap, age, ancestry or disability.