Mississauga is the sixth-largest city in
Canada. Its proximity to Toronto makes it part of the Greater Toronto Area
(GTA), but Mississauga has a character all its own. It’s known as a city that’s
well run, safe, and friendly – so it’s only fitting that the real estate
professionals who work there are also renowned for their friendliness! If
you’re looking for a property in the GTA, one of Mississauga’s REALTORS® will
be happy to meet with you to guide you on your search for the perfect home.
If you’re a first time buyer, you may not
understand what a REALTOR® can do
for you, and in fact, real estate agents provide differing levels of service. A
good real estate agent will:
· Guide you through the whole process of buying a home, explaining
rights and obligations as necessary.
· Take the time to listen to what you want and expect in a
property, and to assess your family’s housing requirements, now and into the
future.
· Ensure that you have talked to financial advisors and have made
plans for a mortgage that you’ll be able to maintain.
· Sort through listings to find properties that match your needs,
doing their best to stay within your budget.
· Take you to see prospective homes, and to show you through them.
· Educate you on the current real estate market, and on the
specifics of various neighbourhoods.
· Supply answers to questions you may have about Mississauga, its
neighbourhoods, and its culture.
· Suggest alternatives if you are having difficulty finding the
type of home you want.
· Help buyers narrow their options until they’ve identified a
short list of top picks.
· Handle the negotiation process, including the preparation of all
necessary paperwork when making an offer or a counter-offer.
· Oversee any necessary inspections, and follow up if necessary.
· Accompany you during closing to make sure that everything goes
smoothly.
Finding the Right Agent
Before contacting agents, it’s a good idea
to solidify your ideas about what type of house you’re looking for. Discuss
with your spouse whether you are willing to look at any type of home in your
price range, or whether you have a specific type of house in mind. Would you
consider a condo or townhouse, or do you have your heart set on a detached
bungalow? Are there some features that you absolutely won’t compromise on, or
are you willing to be flexible if the home has other interesting features? If
you have a clear idea of what you want (and what you don’t want,) it will save time by helping your agent focus on
houses that may work for you.
Have a look at websites for REALTORS® that
show homes in Mississauga and look for people whose philosophies seem
compatible with yours. Of course you will also want to choose a real estate
agent who is knowledgeable and experienced (and registered with the Real Estate Council of
Ontario.) Set up appointments with the REALTORS® that
look like they’d be good matches, and see how you get along. Having good
communication is crucial, so your final decision may come down to your sense of
who has the best rapport with you.
Contact one of Mississauga’s friendly real
estate agents today, and find the home that’s just right for your family!