Working with a real estate agent can provide several advantages when buying or selling a home. Using their professional training and experience, you may find the buying or selling process quicker, simpler and more rewarding. Here are some of the key benefits to working with an agent when shopping for a home:
Real estate agents have in-depth knowledge of the local housing market, including current property listings, recent sales data, and neighborhood trends. They can provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions.
Agents have access to multiple listing services (MLS) and networks, which allow them to find properties that match your criteria. They can save you time and effort by narrowing down the options and arranging property viewings.
Agents are experienced negotiators who can help you secure the best possible price and terms for the home you want to buy. They can advocate on your behalf, handle counteroffers, and navigate complex negotiations.
Buying a home involves various steps, from making an offer to completing paperwork and closing the deal. A real estate agent can guide you through the entire process, ensuring you meet deadlines, understand legal requirements, and avoid costly mistakes.
Agents have a network of professionals, including mortgage lenders, home inspectors, and attorneys, whom they can refer you to. These connections can help streamline the home-buying process and ensure you have reliable resources at your disposal.
Overall, working with a real estate agent provides you with professional expertise, market insights, and a dedicated representative who can guide you through the complexities of buying a new home. When you work with a real estate agent, you’re more likely to find your dream home - and at the right price.
As a lifelong resident of Litchfield County, Heather is quite familiar with the beautiful Northwest Corner of Connecticut. In partnership with her husband at Turri, Inc., in Torrington, she managed and grew a 30+ employee electrical contracting firm that served both the residential, commercial and industrial industries. Currently residing in Goshen she hopes to transfer and utilize many of the skills she learned in contracting to the real estate industry.
Knowing how a vital community relies on its volunteers, Heather spent many hours in several capacities at local organizations that she admires. She serves on the Woodridge Lake Finance Committee and House Committee, Victoria Court Condominium Association (secretary) and Educating Canines Assisting with Disabilities (volunteer and nursery mom). Heather has also been involved with Goshen Community Care & Hospice (president of board of directors), Warner Theatre (board of directors), LARC (volunteer), Festival of Trees (founder), the Northwest Chamber of Commerce, and Goshen Business Circle. Heather also served as Vice President of Woodridge Lake’s Board of Directors.
In Heather’s spare time, she enjoys spending time with family usually in an active way by playing tennis, golf, boating, hiking and skiing.
Heather is honored to be a part of the E.J. Murphy team and hopes you will contact her with any of your real estate needs.
