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"A conflict of interest is more likely when a real estate firm that
represents sellers assigns you one of its brokers as a buyer agent. That's
why many people believe an 'exclusive' buyer broker is preferable."
- Business Week
Buyer Services
| We work for you as a consultant, rather
than as a salespeople. A home purchased through us is Purchased not Sold.
You make an informed choice from the market research we gather for you. You
are in control and informed at all times. Whether you are a foreign investor or US resident we
are able to cater to your specific needs. Fee's
for services paid by seller, Learn
more As a member of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), we have access to all listings in Manhattan. |
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Elika as an exclusive buyer agency provides the following service:
- You - We work exclusivley for you the buyer representing his/her best interest.
- Brief - Discuss your requirements, lifestyle and budget.
- Search - We extensively search the market to identify the best property options.
- Feedback - Provide unbiased feedback and updates to ensure you stay up to date.
- Evaluation - Research and advise you of a reasonable market value to pay for the property
- Negotiations - We negotiate on your behalf to secure your home for the best possible price.
- Other Services - We coordinate relevant services such as lawyers and mortgage brokers, etc
Put your best interest above all others. A Seller’s Agent puts the seller’s interests first and then their own personal interests. Consumer advocates recommend the use of Exclusive Buyer’s Agents.
Since we do not list homes for sale, there is never a conflict of interest (a conflict arises when two real estate agents from the same real estate firm are representing both you and the seller). We will never steer you to specific properties for sale because we do not list. We value your trust and respect, and honor our commitment to offering the best possible real estate services to our clients.
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Commission
We are compensated as any other Broker and paid through the proceeds of the sale. Customarily, fees for real estate brokerage have been “built in” to the purchase price of the property. This means that a typical purchase will result in no additional out-of-pocket fees for you!
The question is this: do you want to pay to have someone work FOR you or AGAINST you?
When an apartment sells, half of the 6% commission is paid to the real estate company that brings in the Buyer and the other half is kept by the company listing the property for sale, representing the Seller.
But when the real estate company who lists the property also brings in the Buyer, that real estate company keeps both the sides of the commission.
You may be thinking the higher the price you pay for the home, the higher our commission will be, so how does this work? We have a fiduciary responsibility to get the home at the best price for you, not the highest commission for ourselves. We know that our business expands more with satisfied clients, and recognize the long term value of their equity position.
3 Reasons to use Elika
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Make Money
Profit from real estate when you purchase it. Hiring a professional Elika buyers agent to source the right real estate at the right price. We research extensively and present oppurtunities that should deliver a superior level of capital growth. Being in the market every day means we instantly recognize well valued properties. We cut through the hype and give you the bottom line.
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Time Saving
Time is our most precious asset. Searching for the right property takes a considerable amount of time. We have specific criteria and know what to look for. Many of our previous customers are busy professionals and understand the need to leverage time. We only present a shortlist of suitable properties which best suit your needs.
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Reduce Stress
Buying property can be a very stressful experience. Elika's job is to deflect all the stress and get the best deal for you. We guide you through the buying process, coordinating the support services you need including lawyers, mortgage brokers, inspectors, insurance, tax accountants, and property managers etc.
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