You may think that Buying Agents are just for the rich and famous and perhaps, many years ago, that may have been true. But nowadays there are Buying Agents out there for anyone, including first-time buyers.

She founded Fiona Penny Bespoke Home Finders 17 years ago and knows both the housing industry and the Kent/Sussex area of the country inside out. As first-time buyers there are many ways Fiona can help you navigate what is probably your biggest and most important life decision to date. Here’s 8 reasons why a Buying Agent can save you time, stress and even money.

1. Anyone who does a job like mine and acts on your behalf as your Buying Agent is in your corner. Estate Agents are there, representing the seller so why would you not have someone batting for you?

2. A good home finder will have excellent market expertise – this will mean knowing all the up-to-date information on the local property market here in Kent, price points and valuations, supply and demand and the housing stock.

3. Home finders have local area knowledge – right down to desirable streets and areas, train stations and links to work, best schools and nurseries, ways to avoid traffic jams on your morning commute and so on.

4. An experienced Buying Agent will fully understand your needs and this may even result in them opening your mind up to alternative options, highlighting different areas and properties that you would never have considered on your own.

5. They can also find you off market properties before they land on the property portals and therefore offering you the chance to be first through the door.
As First Time Buyers you are in a strong position as you will be chain-free. This can most definitely help your Buying Agent in negotiations and ultimately having your offer accepted.

6. Talking personally, I’ve done this job for a while and I’m an experienced negotiator, with 17 years’ experience, and will help you get the best deal possible. I strive to save you my fee during the negotiations, if not more. So it makes financial sense too.

7. If you are both working and potentially with a young family perhaps, a good Buying Agent like me will save you time and stress by becoming your eyes and ears on the ground. We filter out the unsuitable properties and preview the suitable ones.

8. I can also put you in touch with all those important people who are needed for a successful property purchase. From mortgage advisers, surveyors and solicitors to tradespeople needed after your move, all with my personal recommendation that will put your mind at rest.