When you're buying or selling a home in Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island and/or Yulee, the agent you choose matters more than ever. Our area is so unique, and there are vast differences between neighbors, neighborhoods and zip codes. Having the right professional can mean the difference between a smooth successful transaction and one that leaves you frustrated at the closing table.
 
Below is a list of things that you may want to consider before you sign with a realtor or agent. This is not a complete list, only one to help get you started. Make a list of items you feel are important to you in a real estate advisor before you begin interviewing to help keep you focused. Always remember, it is best to interview several agents, because no two agents are the same.
 
Look for Deep Local Expertise
Not all agents know all parts of Nassau County. Not all agents that know a specific area are the same. Whomever you choose, make sure they have hyper-local knowledge, including
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Full disclosure: I am not a lender or loan originator -- but I have bought homes, worked alongside a number of buyers, and with a number of good lenders that have shared a few tips over the years. Hopefully this helps someone avoid the pitfalls.
When you’re buying a home in Fernandina Beach or Yulee, one of the smartest moves you can make is shopping around for a lender.
Many buyers assume rates are the same everywhere, but they aren’t. A recent Realtor.com® analysis of nearly two million loans found that borrowers who compared multiple lenders saved an average of $44,000 over the life of a 30-year mortgage. 
But saving money doesn’t stop there. Beyond finding the right lender, read on to learn other ways to reduce your monthly costs, as well as the total cost of your home.
If you want to buy a home in or around Amelia Island without going overbudget, this guide will show you where those savings are hiding.
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