South Carolina Buyer’s Agent Q&A: What Every Midlands Homebuyer Needs to Know

Are You Thinking about buying a home in the Midlands SC area? I help buyers navigate every step of the process — from understanding South Carolina’s Agency Disclosure to negotiating strong terms, reviewing inspections, and protecting your best interests. Whether you’re buying in Elgin, Lugoff, Camden, Blythewood, or Northeast Columbia, you deserve clear guidance and a REALTOR who works for you, not the seller.

Q: Do I need a buyer’s agent in South Carolina? A: Yes. The listing agent represents the seller. A buyer’s agent protects your interests, helps you evaluate homes, negotiate price and repairs, and avoid costly mistakes.

Q: How does a buyer’s agent get paid? A: In most cases, the seller offers compensation, so buyers often get full representation at no additional cost. Not quite always, but very frequently.  At least the sellers will pay some of the buyer’s brokerage fees to make the house more attractive for buyers and encourage agents to show the house.

Q: Do I need an agent for new construction? A: Absolutely. The site agent works for the builder. I help you understand contracts, inspections, upgrades, timelines, and incentives so you’re protected from start to finish.

Want to learn more about the home‑buying process? Start with my Buyer Education playlist for tips, market insights, and step‑by‑step coaching.

👉 Watch the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6aiwD6tNSnUGYYVnALZrgg5MnUYBB6wG

Coach Joe — Your trusted Midlands SC Realtor