Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®

 

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I have posted the below article previously, which is reprinted from REALTOR® Magazine.  I still find that many prospective sellers and buyers do not realize the difference between a REALTOR® and a real estate agent who is NOT a REALTOR®.  Here at Mountain Dreams Realty, all of our agents are brokers and REALTORS®.  We strive to do our best to represent our clients with honesty, integrity and ethical treatment.  The six REALTORS® in our office have over 125 years combined experience as REALTOR® and have lived in the area for a combined 190 years.  (Needless to say, we are familiar with the area.)  Contrary to many real estate offices, our REALTORS® are a close-knit group who tend to work together on sales to help each other help our clients.  We also have in-house professional photography and virtual tours to present your home in its best light to prospective buyers.  If you are considering selling or buying a home or property, let our experience work for you. 

7 Reasons to Work With a REALTOR®

REALTORS® aren’t just agents. They’re professional members of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict code of ethics. This is the REALTOR® difference for home buyers:

  1. An expert guide. Selling a home usually requires dozens of forms, reports, disclosures, and other technical documents. A knowledgeable expert will help you prepare the best deal, and avoid delays or costly mistakes. Also, there’s a lot of jargon involved, so you want to work with a professional who can speak the language.
  2. Objective information and opinions. REALTORS® can provide local information on utilities, zoning, schools, and more. They also have objective information about each property. REALTORs®can use that data to help you determine if the property has what you need.
  3. Property marketing power. Property doesn’t sell due to advertising alone. A large share of real estate sales comes as the result of a practitioner’s contacts with previous clients, friends, and family. When a property is marketed by a REALTOR®, you do not have to allow strangers into your home. Your REALTOR® will generally prescreen and accompany qualified prospects through your property.
  4. Negotiation knowledge. There are many factors up for discussion in a deal. A REALTOR® will look at every angle from your perspective, including crafting a purchase agreement that allows you the flexibility you need to take that next step.
  5. Up-to-date experience. Most people sell only a few homes in a lifetime, usually with quite a few years in between each sale. Even if you’ve done it before, laws and regulations change. REALTORS®handle hundreds of transactions over the course of their career.
  6. Your rock during emotional moments. A home is so much more than four walls and a roof. And for most people, property represents the biggest purchase they’ll ever make. Having a concerned, but objective, third party helps you stay focused on the issues most important to you.
  7. Ethical treatment. Every REALTOR® must adhere to a strict code of ethics, which is based on professionalism and protection of the public. As a REALTOR®’s client, you can expect honest and ethical treatment in all transaction-related matters.