Homebuyer Rebate Program

When you register for our Homebuyer Rebate Program, you are requesting to receive a Homebuyer Rebate Certificate. This certificate can be redeemed for 30% of the buyer agent's commission (up to $5,000) if you give us the privilege of representing you on your next home purchase. However, registering for the rebate does NOTobligate you to work with us. If you purchase a property using another agent, the Rebate Certificate simply becomes void.

Additionally, in registering for the Rebate Pogram, you will receive added features and benefits that come with being part of the NorthernUtahHomes.com community. Features such as:

Realtor Support and Advice,
Preview any listing the same day, or within 24 hrs,
Daily Foreclosure Hotsheets,
Approved Short-Sale Lists,
Email alerts of listings that match your criteria,
Price Reduction Alerts,
Lists of homes with HOT Properties Flagged,
Access to Property History Data,
and lots more!

What if I already have an agent that I've been working with?

If you are currently working with real estate agent and have signed a Buyer Agency Agreement, then unfortunately you would not qualify to participate in our Homebuyer Rebate Program. You are contractually obligated to work with that agent.

If I register for the Rebate, am I obligated to use your services?

Just because you register for the Homebuyer Rebate Program does not mean that you are obligated to use it. In fact, we do not require any commitment from you as a registered buyer. You are free to use are services as you wish.

Can I get the Rebate if another agent showed me the property?

It is common courtesy to fully disclose your intentions to any agent that you come into contact with. If an agent shows you a property, and you have not signed a Buyer Agency Agreement, you are not required to use them. However, an agent who shows you a property will expect to represent you in the transaction if you decide to buy it.

To avoid any misunderstandings, we recommend allowing one of our agents to show you any home that you are interested in previewing.

What if the house that I find is a For Sale by Owner?

For Sale by Owner properties, in many cases, will offer a Buyer's Agent a 3% commission if they have a buyer for their home - which means that it would qualify for the Rebate Program. In fact, we've found that even when a For Sale by Owner is not initially willing to pay a commission, after presenting an offer most are happy to participate since it means getting their home sold!

How is working with you different than working with another agent?

Working with Will or one of his team members is a very empowering experience. Not only do you get valuable tools to help you find the right property, but we've got many years of experience in:

Negotiating Purchase Contracts,
Finding deeply discounted properties,
Working with Foreclosure and Short-Sale homes,
Resolving issues during the Escrow Process,
Orchestrating a smooth Real Estate Transaction!

We believe that there is no better representation and real estate service out there than what we provide. And this is why we offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!

The best part of all, we do not require any up front commitment to begin helping you find the right home. Let us show you what it is like to work with us!

Isn't it better to work directly with the Listing Agent?

Contrary to popular belief, there is no real advantage to buying a house directly through the "Listing Agent". In fact, the opposite is true. The listing agent is contractually obligated to represent the Seller's best interest. When you work with us, we represent only YOUR best interest and will use any information that we obtain to ensure a favorable contract for you. Information such as how much is left owing on the mortgage, how long the seller has owned the home, how much they paid for it, what their motivation is, how much past offers have come in at, and many other bits of information that will help secure a great deal for you is what it is our job to help find out for you. The listing agent could never disclose this kind of information about their client.

Plus, getting a Listing Agent to rebate any portion of their commission would be an interesting experience in and of itself.

Does every Re/Max agent give this Rebate?

No. The NorthernUtahHomes.com Homebuyer Rebate Program is an incentive created and provided by William Velazquez and his team. To participate, you must register here and work with one of our agents in order to redeem the Rebate.

Can I get the Rebate if the house I buy is a bank foreclosure?

The Rebate is valid for any home where the seller is offering a "Buyer Agent Commission", which is every home that is listed in the Multiple Listing Service including all bank foreclosures.

What if I refer someone to you, is there an incentive?

Our clients refer us their friends and family all of the time. When we know that a client was referred, we often send the referrer a small gift as a token of our appreciation. However, Utah State Law prohibits real estate professionals from giving solicited "kick-backs" or "referral fees" to non-licensed individuals.

Can I get a bigger rebate if I already know which house I want to buy?

If you contact us to help you purchase a property that you already know you want to buy, you may qualify to receive as much as 50% of the real estate commission. However, you must still be Registered to participate and present your Rebate Certificate.

Can I use the rebate as part of my down payment?

Unfortunately, the Rebate is paid 3 days after the real estate transaction is complete. Therefore, it will not be available as funds for you to use as part of your down payment. But, after you register, get in communication with your assigned agent to inquire about the different homebuyer grants and tax credits available now that may qualify to be used in down payment assistance.

How long after I register do I have to buy?

After you register you will receive a Rebate Certificate which will indicate an expiration date. The Rebate is valid for 90 days from the date of registration. The Homebuyer Rebate Program is a limited time offer and may expire without prior notice. If the Offer expires, your Rebate Certificate will continue to be valid until it's expiration date.