Why Choose a REALTOR®?

A REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark which identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

REALTORS® are obligated to treat all parties involved in a real estate transaction honestly and fairly.  To make sure you get the best service possible, be sure that your real estate agent is a REALTOR®.

A home is usually the largest single purchase that you will make. The REALTOR® you choose may be your most valuable resource.

When you sell your home, you are your REALTOR’S® client.

You will sign an agreement with the agent called a listing contract. This agent then works for you and receives a mutually agreed upon commission when the house is sold. Most people do not posses the time, marketing expertise and knowledge necessary to successfully sell a home.

Your REALTOR® does!

A REALTOR® working for the seller will :

• Assist in determining at what price you should sell your home.

• Recommend how to market and advertise your home.

• Be experienced in the entire home selling process.

• Help negotiate the highest price and the best possible terms in selling your home.

• Help complete a mandatory disclosure form.

• Help understand the contracts.

• Help monitor the buyers progress through the entire transaction process.

If you are purchasing a home, you have the opportunity to engage a REALTOR® who will be your advocate in the real estate transaction.

Today many homebuyers use a buyers’ agent - a specialized REALTOR® who's client is the home buyer and works in the interest of the buyer. That makes it very important for you to have an expert on your side looking out for your interests.

A REALTOR® working for the buyer will:

• Help determine how much home you can afford by placing you in contact with professional lenders.

• Help you become familiar with the entire home buying process.

• Help you understand required forms such as Property Disclosures, etc.

• Help prepare your Statement and Offer to Purchase & all contracts.

• Research available properties in the Multiple Listing Service.

• Assist in negotiating the lowest price and the best possible terms.

• Help you to understand what documents are necessary when you seek a mortgage.

• Find a licensed home inspector who will advise you on the condition of the property.

Whether you're buying or selling your home, rely upon a real estate professional... Choose a REALTOR®.