For Buyers
Find Your Home in Southeast Michigan. With Someone in Your Corner.
Buying a home is the largest purchase most people make. You deserve an agent who fights for you, explains everything, and is still answering your texts after closing.
VIP Buyer Access
See Homes Before They Hit Zillow.
Join our Coming Soon VIP list — get MLS-powered alerts for matching homes the moment they enter Coming Soon status. Days before the public sees them.
Why buyers choose us
What Sets Us Apart for Buyers
Brad's mortgage background
Brad started his career in mortgage lending. He understands financing at a level most agents never reach — which means better-structured offers, fewer surprises at closing, and an edge in competitive situations.
Access before it hits Zillow
Our 300-agent network means we often know about listings before they're publicly active. In a competitive market, that's your edge.
We fight for you in negotiations
Brad doesn't just write an offer — he develops a strategy. Multiple offers? He's been there. He knows how to win without overpaying.
Principal Broker oversight on every transaction
Every deal at The Patrick Group has Sarah Patrick behind it — a licensed Principal Broker since 2000 with over 26 years navigating every market cycle Metro Detroit has seen. That level of brokerage experience, market depth, and accountability isn't something most teams can offer. It's your protection from contract to close.
One relationship, all the way to close
We work with a carefully vetted network of local lenders and title professionals who share our standards. Contact us for our list of trusted service providers.
Transparent, negotiable representation fees
Our buyer representation fees are transparent and negotiable. We prioritize structuring your offer so that our professional services are funded through seller-paid concessions whenever possible, ensuring you get expert advocacy throughout the transaction.
Patience and education
As one client said: "Great experience with comprehensive information and service — and thanks for your patience when gaining information on the market."
The buying process
From First Conversation to Keys in Hand
Initial Consultation
We learn your goals, timeline, and priorities. You learn how we work. No commitment required — just conversation.
Pre-Approval Coordination
We connect you with a trusted local mortgage lender from our vetted network. A solid pre-approval letter makes your offers stand out.
Home Search Strategy
We set up custom searches and alert you the moment something matches — not after it's had 40 showings.
Showings & Analysis
We tour homes with you and give you honest assessments. We'd rather lose a deal than steer you into the wrong home.
Offer & Negotiation
We analyze the market, develop the offer strategy, and negotiate on your behalf — with the fire of someone who treats this like it's our own money.
Inspection & Due Diligence
We help you navigate inspections, evaluate findings, and negotiate repairs — where many deals are won or lost.
Closing
Coordinated with your lender and title company. We walk you through every document and make sure you leave as confident homeowners.
What Buyers Say
“Brad was not just our realtor, but our partner throughout the entire process. He went to bat for us and it paid off — we secured our dream home.”
Verified Client
Buyer & Seller
“Sarah and Brad helped us find our HOME. They are amazing to work with — fun, knowledgeable and easy. I will work with them again.”
Tracey Williams
Buyer
“A wonderful first home buying experience thanks to her hard work and impeccable work ethic. A true professional.”
Verified Client
First-Time Buyer
“Great experience working with them. Had comprehensive information and service. Thanks for your patience when gaining information on the market.”
Eric Liu
First-Time Buyer
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a buyer's agent when purchasing a home in Michigan?▼
You are not legally required to have a buyer's agent in Michigan, but it is strongly recommended. The seller's agent represents the seller's interests — not yours. A buyer's agent negotiates on your behalf, reviews contracts for red flags, coordinates inspections, and guides you through every step at no direct cost to you in most transactions.
How much does a buyer's agent cost in Southeast Michigan?▼
In most transactions, buyer's agent compensation is negotiated as part of the purchase offer and is often covered through seller-paid concessions, meaning buyers typically pay nothing out of pocket for professional representation. The Patrick Group's buyer representation fees are transparent and negotiable — we explain the structure clearly before you sign anything.
What is the VIP Coming Soon Buyer List?▼
The Patrick Group maintains a network of approximately 300 Southeast Michigan agents. When a home enters 'Coming Soon' status, our VIP buyers receive advance notice before the property appears on Zillow or Realtor.com. In competitive markets, this head start can be the difference between getting the home or missing it.
How long does it take to buy a home in Southeast Michigan?▼
From accepted offer to closing, most Michigan residential transactions close in 30–45 days. The search process varies — some buyers find the right home in one weekend, others take several months. As of March 2026, average days on market range from 15–18 days across Southeast Michigan counties, meaning well-priced homes move quickly.
Why does Brad's mortgage background matter when buying a home?▼
Brad Patrick began his career in mortgage lending before transitioning to real estate. This means he understands how loans are underwritten, how financing contingencies should be structured, and how to spot terms in a purchase agreement that could create problems at closing. Most buyer's agents don't have this background — it gives The Patrick Group clients a meaningful edge in offer strategy and negotiation.
Which Southeast Michigan cities and counties does The Patrick Group serve?▼
The Patrick Group serves buyers throughout Oakland County (Rochester, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Troy, Novi, Royal Oak), Macomb County (Shelby Township, Clinton Township, Macomb Township), Wayne County (Grosse Pointe, Plymouth, Livonia, Northville), Washtenaw County, and Livingston County.
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Let's Find Your Home.
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