Just how vital it is to seek the unbiased expert advice of a Mortgage Professional like myself who can shop the market for various lenders that meet your individual needs and fit your lifestyle, so too is it important to seek out the professional advice of a licensed realtor when shopping for a new house; or to list your existing home for sale.
Here are just a few of the great reasons to use a Real Estate Professional (courtesy of TMG The Mortgage Group Canada Inc.):
1.) Knows the market - They are local market experts. They can provide you with insights and detailed information about a specific neighbourhood.
2.) Has the training and experience - A real estate professional understands the process, opportunities and issues when it comes to buying and selling homes.
3.) Offers price guidance - An agent will help guide clients to list their homes at the best selling price.
4.) Offers professional networking - Real estate agents network with other professionals, many of whom provide services that you will need to buy or sell. Due to legal liability, many agents will hesitate to recommend a certain individual or company over another; however, they can give you a list of references with whom they have worked and provide background information to help you make a wise selection.
5.) Markets your property to other real estate agents and the public - Over 50 per cent of real estate sales are cooperative sales; that is, a real estate agent other than yours brings in the buyer. Your agent 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 for agents, etc.
6.) Knows when, how and where to advertise your property - When a property is marketed with the help of your real estate professional, you do not have to allow strangers into your home. Your agent will generally prescreen and/or accompany qualified prospects through your property.
7.) Helps you negotiate - The purchase agreement usually provides a period of time for you to complete appropriate inspections of the property before you are bound to complete the purchase. Your agent can do more than negotiate price; they can get you the best terms and conditions to protect you. This can be advice about home inspections, who to contact with regard to financing, information about home insurance and most aspects of home buying and selling.
8.) Understands market conditions - Real estate agents can disclose market conditions, which will govern your selling or buying process and will offer you a Comparative Market Analysis.
9.) Guides you through the closing process - This can be an overwhelming experience, they will hold your hand so to speak throughout the closing process.
10.) Answer questions after closing - Many questions can pop up after closing, agents will be available and are there to help answer them.
So if you're thinking about buying a new home or listing your existing, I strongly recommend using a licensed Real Estate Professional; they truly are the experts. If you decide to sell your home with one of the Real Estate Professionals that I currently work with, you will not only be impressed by the level of professionalism and service, you will receive a marketing program that is unparalleled in the Real Estate Industry. If you want results, call me today and make your dream a reality!
As always, I encourage you to contact me if you have any questions with your current mortgage or are looking for one. Please find me on facebook at Jason Nesseth | Mortgage Specialist | British Columbia and on twitter @jasonmortgages.
"Working with you for the life of your mortgage!"
Jason Nesseth with TMG The Mortgage Group Canada Inc. If you have any questions or comments about this blog, please feel free to call Jason at 604.375.7375, email jason.n@mortgagegroup.com or visit his website at jasonnesseth.com