Why Other Real Estate Agents Don’t Want You to Find Out How To Buy A Home For Thousands Less.
Did you know that if you call the agent whose name is on the For Sale Sign, you're talking to an agent that is legally obligated to get the highest price for the seller?
Did you also know that using the right kind of agent could really save you $10,000, $20,000 - even $30,000 or more?
Here's actual results of having an insider's advantage in the Southcoast real estate market:
$31,325 Less Than Asking Price
$31,770 Less Than Asking Price
$26,765 Less Than Asking Price
These homes pictured above were all bought in the SouthCoast area with an average savings of just under $30,000 below the asking price. How did these buyers negotiate such a great deal on these homes if anyone could have bought them?? The answer is simple. The sellers were motivated to sell and the buyers had access to the best advice on negotiations from an agent who was 100% on their side. How would you like to have priority access to a list of the most motivated sellers on the market? How would you like to buy a home for $20,000 to $40,000 below the market value? We can show you a systemized approach to get the best deal on your next home.
We don't work for sellers. We work for buyers only and we represent your interests 100% of the time – no exceptions and no disclaimers. An "exclusive" buyer's brokerage doesn't list properties for sale and doesn't represent sellers. An exclusive buyer's agent is totally focused on representing the buyer and only the buyer. Since an exclusive buyer's brokerage doesn't list homes for sale and does not ever represent sellers, their agents have no ulterior motives to only show you the homes their sellers list. Think about it: one coach can't equitably coach opposing teams... right? Working with an exclusive buyer's agent greatly broadens the pool of potential homes for you to choose from including For Sale By Owner and pre-foreclosure properties, and ensures your agent is legally obligated to work for your best interests — not theirs.
Don't be a player without a coach.
The Smart Home Buying Team will...
Negotiate with the seller and the seller's agent for the best price.
Identify the ‘negatives’ as well as the property’s strengths, and point out reasons for not to buy a particular home. We act as consultants and advisors, not sales people trying to sell you every house you see.
Get $5,000 cash back at closing to pay for your closing costs - you’ll get an infusion of cash when you need it most.
Help you get a FREE Home Warranty that covers all the major systems of the home, a $495 to $830 value.
Help you get FREE legal advice and all your documents reviewed by a specialized real estate attorney. Hiring your own attorney can easily cost up to $1500. – Hiring the wrong attorney, or one who doesn’t understand real estate can be a real disaster.
Give you a Cash Rewards certificate for $1,000 at closing as a free gift and as a thank you - just for doing business with us.
Will help you negotiate with lenders and obtain the best mortgage rate and terms, and buy for the lowest down payment possible.
Show you how to get access to special no-money-down and seller-assisted down payment grant programs.
Give you a whole support team at your disposal, not just a single agent. That means we can devote more time to the business of serving your highest priority needs and getting the home purchase closed successfully.
Provide you with a strong, responsive, credible and proven system to ensure that you’ll receive the highest level of customer service possible. We call it “WOW” service.
All of our services are FREE to you.
As is customary in real estate, the seller pays the commission to an agent for bringing a buyer that is ready, willing and able to buy.
“I’ve purchased several houses in my day, yet, I learned a lot more of the “how to’s” with Rich at the helm. To say he is a highly skilled negotiator is not doing him justice…. he’s amazing! Ultimately, he saved us $31,770 from the original asking price. He not only had the sellers lower their original asking price considerably, but he had them pay $4,000 in closing costs and install and a new heating system at the cost of $5,200 as well!! Sure am glad he was on our side! We have nothing but positive things to say about our experiences with Rich. It was unlike anything I’ve experienced in previous moves….thank goodness! We give them the highest of recommendations!” –Judy Ross, Plymouth, MA
We'll give you insider access to properties that other buyers don't even know about.
Ever wonder why other agents don’t show you For Sale By Owners, motivated sellers or pre-foreclosure properties? They simply can’t or just don’t know how. We have access to more homes than any other agent. Depending on inventory levels, that can mean over 2-1/2 times the number of homes you’ll see any where else.
“Using Rich’s Smart Home Buying System we were able to get a great house and we didn’t have to bid against other buyers.”
“As first time home buyers, we were new to the process and didn’t know where to begin. Rich and his team guided us, step by step, through the whole process. They found a property for us before it even made it to the multiple listing service, which allowed us to be the first buyers on the scene. We wrote an offer before any other buyers could bid against us. Once the wheels were in motion, we were able to close on our home in less than four weeks. We are planning to purchase another home within the next year and will be using the Buyers Agent again.”- David Powers, New Bedford
We minimize your out-of-pocket expenses and always get 100% of your closing costs paid!
“The Buyer’s Agent saved us $23,900.00, got the seller to pay our closing cost of $4000, and also gave me a $5000 credit for a new roof”
“I am certain that the Seller never would have made those concessions if it hadn’t been for The Buyer’s Agent powerful negotiating skills. My agent gave me wonderful service, and I can’t thank you all enough for everything you did for me.” Beverly Fields, New Bedford, MA
You'll get access to special grant programs that allow the seller to pay your down payment for you!
“The Seller paid for our down-payment so we didn’t have to use any of our own savings!” “We Just bought first home and were fortunate to find the buyer’s agent. Mom is also a past client, and she referred us to Rich and his team; and we’re so grateful she did. In fact we left the closing with $1,200!
I would definitely recommend the Smart Home Buying Team to anyone who plans to buy a property. We couldn’t get that anywhere else! Marlene and Sturgeon, New Bedford, MA
“The Seller paid for our down-payment so we didn’t have to use any of our own savings!” “We Just bought first home and were fortunate to find the buyer’s agent. Mom is also a past client, and she referred us to Rich and his team; and we’re so grateful she did. In fact we left the closing with $1,200!
I would definitely recommend the Smart Home Buying Team to anyone who plans to buy a property. We couldn’t get that anywhere else! Marlene and Sturgeon, New Bedford, MA
We'll help you buy for the lowest price and most favorable terms. After all, the Seller will have an agent who is legally obligated to negotiate on his behalf - will you?
Our agent at Fidelis was more concerned with finding us the best deal rather than with finding the highest commission for herself. We came to see that the Buyer’s Agents’ ‘pitch’ wasn’t a pitch but truly how Fidelis operates. ….It made us feel that we didn’t have just one agent but an entire agency at our fingertips….we’re very glad we chose Fidelis!
Mike and Tricia Pepin, New Bedford MA
Our agent at Fidelis was more concerned with finding us the best deal rather than with finding the highest commission for herself. We came to see that the Buyer’s Agents’ ‘pitch’ wasn’t a pitch but truly how Fidelis operates. ….It made us feel that we didn’t have just one agent but an entire agency at our fingertips….we’re very glad we chose Fidelis!
We Make Home Buying a Pleasant and Fun Experience - Not an Ordeal! Buying a home should be fun. Laugh with us as we save you time, money, and stress.
The Smart Home Buying Team is WBSM’s Resident Home Buying Expert. Hear our Smart Home Buying Show every Wednesday from 11AM -12:00 Noon and weekdays at 7:50 AM.
"Exclusive Buyer Agent - this is a new wrinkle and if you have your druthers, if you have a choice, this is the way you want to go.... They work just for buyers, they never take a listing, they don't have the conflict of interest on the other side of the deal. These people consider themselves consumer advocates....that's the one you want - if you can get it." - Jean Chatsky, Wall Street Journal's "Smart Money"
What Our Clients Have To Say...
Maureen and Allen Decker
To say he is a highly skilled negotiator is not doing him justice. He's amazing! Ultimately, he saved us $31,770 from the original asking price." Judy Ross, Plymouth, MA
"Rich Machado And His Team Found Our Dream Home Within Two Weeks, Saved Us $29,789.00 And We Bought With No Money Down!" - Donna Rock, New Bedford
"Using Rich¹s Smart Home Buying System we were able to get a great house and we didn¹t have to bid against other buyers." - David Powers, New Bedford
"The Buyer¹s Agent saved me $23,900, got the seller to pay closing costs of $4,000 and also gave me a $5,000 credit toward a new roof." Beverly Fields, New Bedford, MA
"Rich and his team took the guesswork out of the process, and actually made a very stressful situation FUN! We would recommend The Buyer¹s Agent to everyone!" Chuck Lioi and Rick Tamlyn, Greenwich RI
"Rich saved me from making a $13,000 mistake." - Tim Mathewson, Somerset, MA
"Before I met with Rich Machado and his team I never thought it would be possible for me to purchase a home for my family and me." - Sonya Cardenas, New Bedford
"We saved $25,100.00 and the seller paid our closing costs and even paid for $4,000.00 in repairs." - Dr. Jack and Celeste Warner , E. Greenwich, RI
"I would truly recommend this company to anyone whether you are first time buyers or relocating, such as myself or in the military." - Tim DeSousa, New Bedford, MA
"They pointed out reasons not to buy a property and advised us to walk way rather than get into bidding wars with other buyers that would drive the price up." - Mike Ward, Investor, Middleboro
"You helped us with so many things, but one of the most important was helping us obtain 100% financing and getting the seller to pay our closing costs. In total, we saved $12,500." - Matt and Amy Donahue, MA
"Richard distinguished himself from our former agent within minutes of walking into of the first home we saw together. At last, someone who was on our side." Beth-Anne and Bob Vieira, New Bedford, MA
"We felt 100% more comfortable having them on our team and we look forward to working with them in the future." Dr. Daedre Botelho
"Rich demystified the home buying process. We felt comfortable and confident with Rich by our side every step of the way." Dylan Klempner and Una Scott
"I would recommend Rich to anyone who wants to feel like that they really have help buying the home they want instead of being sold property they don¹t want." Kristine Arsenault
"Definitely if we were to do it again, we will buy through you." Dr. Al Gibson and Deb Prentice, Dartmouth, MA - College professors
"I would hire him again without a second thought." - Glen Ledger, Dartmouth, MA, Attorney
"He saved me $9,900 off of the asking price and $4,300 in closing costs!" Suzanne Garlaza, New Bedford, MA
"Working with Rich and his team was the best possible way to buy my new home." Kia Earp, New Bedford, MA
“Using Rich’s Smart Home Buying System we were able to get a great house and we didn’t have to bid against other buyers.”
The Smart Home Buying Team is WBSM’s Resident Home Buying Expert. Hear our Smart Home Buying Show every Wednesday from 11AM -12:00 Noon and weekdays at 7:50 AM.