Buyers & Sellers

• Greensboro
• Browns Summit
• Summerfield

• Oak Ridge
• Stokesdale
• High Point

• Winston-Salem
• Lexington
• Reidsville

What does a buyer's agent do, and what does it cost me?

A buyer's agent represents your interests throughout the home search, negotiation, and closing process. Buyer agent compensation structures have changed industry-wide in recent years, and the specifics can vary by transaction and by the terms of your buyer representation agreement. We'll walk you through exactly how this works, in plain language, before you sign anything.

What's the advantage of working with agents connected to a custom home builder?

Because our team works alongside M & J Developers, a custom home builder serving Greensboro since 1986, we bring a builder's eye to every showing and every listing — from construction quality and material choices to what a renovation or addition would realistically cost. Whether you're buying, selling, or both, that perspective helps you make a more informed decision.

Do you only show homes your family of companies builds?

Not at all. You'll have full access to all Triad MLS listings, and our job is to represent your interests first — whether that leads to a new-construction home, a resale, or a fixer-upper you're planning to renovate.

How does pre-approval and down payment work?

Down payment requirements vary by loan type — as low as 3% for certain conventional loans, or 0% for eligible VA loans. We can connect you with trusted local lenders to help you get pre-approved and understand what fits your situation before you start touring homes.

How long does it typically take to buy a home from search to closing?

Timelines vary based on market conditions, financing, and how quickly the right home comes along, but a typical purchase runs roughly 30-45 days from accepted offer to closing once you're under contract. We'll walk you through a project-specific timeline as your search progresses.

How do you determine my home's listing price?

We build a comparative market analysis (CMA) using recent, comparable sales in your neighborhood along with current market conditions and demand. We'll walk through the data with you so you understand exactly how we arrived at a recommended price before you decide on a listing strategy.

What can I do to get top dollar before listing?

It depends on the home, but small updates like fresh paint, landscaping, and minor repairs often deliver the strongest return. Because our family of companies includes an in-house remodeling and construction team, we can also advise on larger pre-listing improvements and give you a realistic sense of cost versus expected return before you spend a dollar.

Do I need to make repairs before listing?

Not always. Some repairs matter more than others depending on your price point and buyer pool. We'll help you prioritize what's worth doing versus what can be disclosed and left for the buyer, and connect you with our remodeling team for a quote on anything you decide to tackle first.

How long does it typically take to sell a home in the Triad market?

Timelines vary by price point, condition, and current market conditions. We'll give you a realistic, data-backed expectation for your specific home and neighborhood during your listing consultation, rather than a one-size-fits-all number.

What separates Advantage Build Real Estate from other brokerages?

Our team offers open, honest, and transparent service backed by over 30 years of combined experience in the Triad market — plus direct access to a family of companies specializing in land development, new construction, remodeling, plan design and build consultation, and cabinetry. That means buyers and sellers alike get real construction expertise, not just an agent's opinion.

Contact Our Team

Joseph Pezik, REALTOR® — (336) 601-7259 — Email
Eric Green, REALTOR® — (336) 543-3810 — Email
Brody Blackard, REALTOR® — (336) 552-8975 — Email