It Pays to use a Realtor

Selling or buying a home is time consuming and a real estate transaction is complicated. In either situation, selling or buying, it requires multiple disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, laws of discrimination, and multi-page government mandated settlement statements. A knowledgeable Realtor can help guide you through this complexity and can avoid possible delays or multiple costly mistakes – far more costly than the commission.

For most people buying and selling a home is the biggest purchase they’ll ever make and only happens a few times in a lifetime. A home is not just a structure consisting of walls and a roof; it’s a symbol of family, rest and security. It’s an emotional undertaking for both the buyer and seller.

Realtors are members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), abide by a code of ethics and Standards of Practice enforced by the NAR. We are expert negotiators with other agents, seasoned financial advisors with customers and possess an intimate knowledge of local market conditions and properties. We provide our customers with utmost care, the highest level of service with integrity.

Price Your Home Competitively
Realtors provide the best estimate of the market value of the seller's home based on accurate information and research in preparation for the Comparative Market Analysis (CMA).

Provide More Exposure for Your Property
Advertising through other websites, local, regional and international media,prospective customers as well as other Realtors utilizing Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Your home must be listed by a Realtor in order to be included in the Multiple Listing Service, a massive database of homes. Statistics show 86% of buyers use a Realtor during their search and 83% of sellers sold their home with the assistance of a Realtor; Hosting Brokers and Public Open Houses as well as supervising various properties on the market.

Save Valuable Time and Money
Realtors know how to avoid costly mistakes. They know the market inside and out and are an excellent source for information about the community. Realtors are more attuned to the buyers’ needs; therefore will highlight those most appealing features. They offer recommendations and screening for a buyer's price range and individual preferences/lifestyle needs; Efficiently assist with the completion of property disclosure forms; Comply with the laws and regulations; Pre-approve and qualify prospective buyers; Coordinate details of the closing day.

Realtors are Experienced Negotiators
Realtors can be a powerful ally when negotiating a sales contract. Review and negotiate with all the timely terms, conditions and contingencies…ie. mortgage commitment letters, escrow deposits, inspection reports and coordinate all the closing details.