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Why use a Real Estate Agent?
When you have decided to buy
or sell a home, the services of a qualified real estate professional are
of utmost importance.
The ideal sales agent will have
a good working knowledge of local real estate market conditions, be prepared
to deliver a high standard of service to customers, and have the support
of a large real estate company. Most importantly, a good agent will save
you time and money.
Here are the advantages of working
with a sales agent:
When buying a house:
- Agents are experienced negotiators
who will manage your offers and counter-offers.
- An agent is familiar with
the neighborhood and can give you information on local real estate values,
taxes, utility costs, services and amenities.
- An agent is familiar with
the entire home purchasing process and can advise you of your legal and
financial options as well as recommend appraisal, home inspection and
contracting services.
- An agent can pinpoint homes
that fit your needs and dismiss those that do not, saving you time.
- An agent knows the potential
problem areas in a home and can guide you away from "lemons."
When selling a house
- An agent knows real estate
values in your neighborhood and will help set an agreeable and competitive
price on your home.
- An agent will establish a
marketing strategy for your home ensuring that your property is exposed
to scores of potential buyers.
- An agent takes care of the
many tasks involved in selling a house (from placing your listing to putting
up the for sale sign). This ensures that the transaction is simple and
low-stress for you.
- An agent is an expert in the
home selling process and as such will advise you of your rights, options
and obligations.
- An agent is an experienced
negotiator and will work for to get you the best price possible price
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