Short answer: No. Smart answer: Yes.

While it’s legal to buy or sell without a REALTOR®, it's like going to court without a lawyer. You can do it, but should you? There isn't another professional that can or will handle the hundreds of tasks and daily transaction oversight provided by a REALTOR®. And Michael is the one to help you avoid costly mistakes, negotiate better deals, handle contracts, inspections, appraisals, and get the job done right — with less stress and more money in your pocket. Michael doesn’t just list homes—he builds strategies to help you win.

That depends on recent sales, your home’s condition, location, and current market trends. Home values change quickly, and automated estimates like Zillow often miss the mark. Michael offers free home valuation reports — no pressure, no obligations. Just click HERE to request your custom analysis!

Yes — 100%. Pre-approval helps you know your budget, strengthens your offer, and shows sellers you’re serious. In today’s competitive market, it’s often the difference between winning and losing the home of your choice. Your pre-approval will often be valid for 30-90 days depending on the lender, and it can always be updated if it expires.

Case scenario- Buyer 1 start's seeing homes as they are "just shopping." They quickly fall in love with the "perfect" home but haven't yet been pre-approved. They contact their preferred lender and are told they should receive a pre-approval in 1-2 days. During that time, Buyer 2 (who is equipped with a pre-approval in-hand) sees the same house and also falls hard. They submit their offer to the Seller (along with their pre-approval) within a couple hours. The seller, ecstatic for the strong, pre-approved offer, without a second thought, accepts the offer from Buyer 2. Buyer 1 is left empty handed. Don't be Buyer 1.

Agent compensation is always negotiable and varies based on property value, market conditions, and the level of service provided. Traditionally, Sellers often covered both their agent’s and the Buyer’s agent’s compensation to maximize exposure. That practice still exists, but it’s no longer assumed. Following the 2024 NAR settlement, Indiana requires by law that Buyers now establish a written agreement with their own agent outlining their specific compensation upfront, PRIOR to the agent providing any client services (which includes showing homes). When making an offer, a Buyer can ask the Seller to cover the Buyer Agent’s compensation as part of the terms—just like any other negotiable item in the deal—if that's the best strategy for their situation. If a Seller chooses not to cover it, the Buyer and their agent will have a clear discussion about their options and next steps so there are no surprises.

Michael ensures you fully understand this process up front so there aren't any surprises. Transparency and communication is at the heart of every deal he takes on, and he understands how important it is to keep you informed during the largest sale or purchase of your life.

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