Why use a REALTOR®
Why choose a REALTOR®?
All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®. I proudly display the REALTOR "®" logo on my business card and other marketing and sales literature. REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly. REALTORS® subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate. An independent survey reports that 84% of home buyers would use the same REALTOR® again.
Real estate transactions involve one of the biggest financial investments most people experience in their lifetime. Here are several reasons on the value of choosing a REALTOR®:
- When selling your home, your REALTOR® can give you up-to-date information on what is happening in the marketplace, price, financing, terms and condition of competing properties.Your REALTOR® should prepare a comparative market analysis, and has knowledge of homes currently for sale, as well as local sales histories.
- Your REALTOR® markets and advertises your property to other real estate agents and the public to ensure your house gets maximum exposure to potential buyers.Often, your REALTOR® can recommend repairs or cosmetic work that could improve the appearance and salability of your property. In many markets across the country, over 50% of real estate sales are cooperative sales; that is, a real estate agent other than yours brings in the buyer. Your REALTOR® acts as the marketing coordinator, disbursing information about your property to other real estate agents through a Multiple Listing Service or other cooperative marketing networks, open houses and brokers’ tours for agents.
- Your REALTOR® will know when, where and how to advertise your property.The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® studies show that 82% of real estate sales are the result of agent contacts through previous clients, referrals, friends, family and personal contacts. Your REALTOR® will generally prescreen and accompany qualified prospects through your property. This will save you time and the REALTOR® can show the home, and answer questions about the property to other buyers or real estate agents.
- Your REALTOR® can help you objectively evaluate every buyer's proposal and prepare and review the contract for sale and purchase.The initial agreement is only the beginning of a process of appraisals, inspections and financing -- a lot of possible pitfalls.
- Your REALTOR® can assist you through the entire selling process. Between the initial sales agreement and closing, questions may arise. For example, unexpected repairs are required to obtain financing or a cloud in the title is discovered. The required paperwork alone is overwhelming for most sellers. Your REALTOR® is the best person to objectively help you resolve these issues and move the transaction to closing.
Seller Testimonial
I feel so lucky to have met and had the opportunity to work with Vanessa Franz Barnes, a Licensed Realtor serving the Orlando/Kissimmee area in Florida. In May 2010, my parents found themselves in a very difficult financial situation which required them to sell their home through a lender approved Short Sale. Since I live in Miami and the property was located in Kissimmee, the challenge for me was going to be in finding a local competent real estate agent who would work efficiently to list and sell the property quickly. I sent emails to several real estate agents in the Kissimmee/Orlando area asking if anyone would be interested in assisting me with the sale of my parent’s home. Vanessa was the first to respond to my email. I found Vanessa by sheer luck (or destiny) through a search on the Keller Williams Realty website. I never actually met Vanessa in person. Since I lived four hours away by car, it was a blessing for me the fact that we were able complete the entire transaction by telephone, email and regular mail. Vanessa sold my parent’s home in record time. The property was sold within 60 days from the date listed by Vanessa and at a price the bank approved. Vanessa was remarkably professional and responsive throughout the entire process. I would, without hesitation, recommend Vanessa to anyone with any real estate needs in Central Florida. Vanessa is truly a gem. It was refreshing and my honor to work with Vanessa. Thank you.
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