Most of us, if not all of us, have a repertoire of real estate brokers they know, have heard of, dealt with or were referred to. When the big decision comes to either buy or sell a property, these questions can arise: “Can I do it on my own?” and “Who should I contact?”. Before proceeding with such a transaction, become aware of the facts and the added value a realtor can bring.
SELLING
- A realtor comes with a game plan, marketing strategy and comparables not available to you that can ultimately decide the right listing price
- A realtor has your best interest at heart and will be there to sell key features when showing it
- A realtor knows how to adjust according to the market conditions and can keep you abreast of what is not working, what is to come, feedback, etc.
- A realtor acts as the middle man; the go-to person to make sure the right information is being delivered and when it comes to negotiations, they know how to proceed with proper tactics in order to finally close the sale
- A realtor serves as an ethical professional, making sure the deal is finalized with proper information being signed off by both parties in writing and is in charge of keeping all necessary documentation; this is called protection!
BUYING
- People automatically assume working with a realtor comes with a price. In fact, working with a realtor comes at no cost, yet be aware some realtors do work on a contract basis when it comes to finding a property. For more information on how that works, speak to the realtor you want to work with.
- A realtor has access to tools that are related to Centris. They can provide you with an automatic mailing list of current listings on the market that suit your requirements, while new listings will also be sent to you as soon as they hit the market!
- A realtor knows what information to look for in order to make sure it fits the criteria and can conduct research for you in order to make sure other options are available. They can also offer sound advice and realistic expectations of neighborhood markets, perhaps your budget may not fit the area you are looking for.
- A realtor can explain thoroughly how the buying process works, what is needed, what rules can apply (especially for first time home buyers) and what to expect at the notary
- A realtor has access to a network of professionals you may need: a notary, an inspector, moving professionals, etc.
- A realtor has your best interest and will ensure to find your dream home, get it at the price you wanted with the right negotiation tactics
- A realtor is there to analyze certain documents to ensure you are aware of everything before making the move and is also there to protect you with clauses that can implicated in your offer to purchase.
It is always best to get feedback from those who have worked with agents you may have in mind and it is always best to
interview those who you think can work hand-in-hand with you to make the occasion an enjoyable one!
