Garrett Anderson Realtor Services

Realtor · Lexington, South Carolina

10:25 PM in Lexington Directions

Here is what working with Garrett Anderson in Lexington typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in South Carolina.

Home tours and listing alerts

Setting up searches for Lexington area listings and arranging showings as soon as homes go live.

Offers and counteroffers

Contract terms, earnest money, inspection and appraisal contingencies explained step by step.

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

Seller services

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Lexington area comparables.

Pre-listing checklist

Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

Offer review and negotiation

Comparing offers on price, terms and financing strength, then negotiating to a signed contract.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under South Carolina rules.

Typical costs on a Lexington home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $306,041. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $306K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$7,651–$9,181
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$6,121–$9,181
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$6,121–$15,302
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Lexington

Columbia, SC12 mi · $230K Chapin, SC14 mi · $444K North, SC26 mi Newberry, SC30 mi · $176K Aiken, SC40 mi · $281K Orangeburg, SC40 mi · $168K Camden, SC40 mi · $253K Edgefield, SC42 mi · $224K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in South Carolina?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Garrett Anderson work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Garrett Anderson handles dual agency or designated agency under South Carolina law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.