Am I Dumb to Buy a Home WITHOUT a Buyer's Agent? | Ep. 021

The DIY Homebuyer Podcast

Are Buyer's Agents Worth It? The Truth About DIY Home Buying 🏠With buyer's agent commissions often reaching $25,000+, I break down exactly why Shaan Puri (and you) may be smart — not dumb — to skip the buyer's agent. Using real examples, I show you why the traditional buyer's agent model may be working against your interests, and how DIY home buying could save you tens of thousands. In this episode of DIY Homebuyer Academy, we're tackling the controversial question: "Am I dumb to buy a home without an agent?"What You'll Learn:– Why the traditional buyer's agent incentive structure works against you– The truth about "the seller pays your agent" (and why that's problematic)– How much money buyer's agents actually save their clients– Why DIY home buying can lead to better negotiations– How removing the buyer's agent can improve couple dynamics in home buyingGoing beyond the standard "you need an agent" mindset, I provide a framework for understanding why representing yourself might actually be the smarter choice - backed by real examples and practical insights.Perfect for:– Home buyers questioning if they need an agent– Couples looking to save money on their purchase– Anyone comfortable doing their own research– Buyers wanting more control over their purchase– Real estate investors seeking to maximize returns🤝 Join Our FREE DIY Homebuyer Community!Want to take your homebuying journey to the next level? Join our FREE Skool community:👉 https://skool.com/diyhomebuyerIn our community, you'll get:– Access to our FREE DIY Home Buying Essentials course– Our complete library of homebuying resources– Direct connection with other DIY homebuyers– Regular Q&As and live sessionsAdditional Resources📘 Download "5 Strategies to Save You $5k+ On Your Next Home": https://diyhomebuyeracademy.kit.com/2694bd687cConnect With DIY Homebuyer Academy🌐 Website: https://diyhomebuyeracademy.com📧 Newsletter: https://diyhomebuyeracademy.kit.com/📱 Social Media:TikTok: @diyhomebuyerInstagram: @diy_homebuyerFacebook: @diy_homebuyerX: @diyhomebuyerYouTube: @diyhomebuyerLegal DisclaimerThis content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Always consult with qualified professionals before making any real estate decisions.#realestate #homebuying #buyersagent #diyhomebuyer #realestateinvesting #unrepresentedhomebuyerMEMORABLE QUOTES:"Nobody is going to look out for your best interests better than you.""Not only is it not dumb to buy a home without a buyer's agent, it is actually the smart move.""The smarter thing, the better way to buy a home, the safer way to buy a home, is actually to learn how to represent yourself."