Spring is typically a popular time to sell a home. In today's sellers market, many homeowners have considered "going it alone" and selling their homes without the help of a REALTOR to "save the commission." However, once they realize how complex and intimidating a real estate transaction can be, most people reconsider and enlist the services of a REALTOR to guide them.
In reality, a "for sale by owner" transaction usually doesn't result in the cost savings the homeowner may have hoped for. Most often, "for sale by owner" translates into "discount" for potential homebuyers. As well, the sale of a home requires an organized, step-by-step approach that many homeowners just don't have the time, skill or experience to carry out.
Do you have the time? A REALTOR provides many services including identifying your needs and wants, helping to set a listing price within current market guidelines, developing a marketing plan, offering tips and advice to make your home more attractive and "saleable," and acting on your behalf during negotiations to ensure your interests are protected. Even if you had the time to do all this yourself, how much would you really save when you factor in the amount of time you'd have to invest.
Another advantage of working with a REALTOR is the far-reaching market exposure your home will receive through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). MLS is a computer-based system that relays information about your home to a vast network of REALTORS and therefore, potential homebuyers in your market. The greater the exposure your home receives, the more likely you are to find a buyer willing to pay your price.
REALTOR expertise A REALTOR has vast amounts of real estate knowledge and the experience required to stay cool, even in a hot real estate market. In Ontario, a REALTOR is a licensed real estate professional who is a member of a local real estate board as well as the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA). When you work with a REALTOR, you can expect strict adherence to provincial law as well as to a code of ethics ensuring you'll receive the highest level of service, honesty and integrity.
Setting a price One of the most important services a REALTOR will provide is helping you determine the "asking price" of your home. Setting a sales price is one of the most difficult and yet critical steps in the home-selling process. This is an area that requires extensive knowledge and training as well as access to sophisticated market analysis. Most "do-it-yourselfers" lack these resources and end up "guessing" at their price. If you set your price too high, many prospective buyers will be frightened off without even looking at the property; too low, and you could miss out on thousands of dollars. A REALTOR will work with you to decided upon and negotiate a realistic price that meets your objectives.
Selling your home is not a simple procedure. It involves large sums of money, stringent legal requirements and the potential for costly mistakes. A REALTOR is committed to spending the time it takes to help you sell your home in the least amount of time and for the best possible price.
This Article Has Been Provided By The Ontario Real Estate Association.
I hope you found this article helpful, and if your looking for Belleville Ontario real estate, keep what you have learned here in mind while your searching for homes for sale in Belleville. If you have any real estate questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. As your Belleville real estate agent, I would be happy to assist you. Simply call me today at the Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty Office in Belleville Ontario at 613-966-6060. Or Visit my website at http://www.flowersells.com/
When you dream of your dream home, what do you see? Each of us has a vision of what it will be, but getting as close to that vision as possible is a practical, step-by-step process that begins with finding a REALTOR. A REALTOR is your best ally throughout the home buying process. He or she can provide expert advice and help you determine how much you can afford, what kind of home you can buy in that price range, and where it may be located.
You've no doubt heard the phrase: location, location, location. That's because it's the most important factor in making any real estate purchase. To find the right location you must think of where you want to live both in broader terms and in more detail. First of all what type of area do you want to live in?
Urban: Urban communities offer the broadest range of housing types, but generally at higher prices than similar-sized homes in non-urban locations.
Suburban: The suburbs are typically made up of newer neighbourhoods, schools and shopping centres. Prices may or may not be lower than those of the central city, but you often get more square footage, larger rooms and bigger lots.
Smaller towns and cities: A slower-paced lifestyle and lower taxes and housing prices are often big draws to Ontario's smaller communities. There are fewer types of homes available and the number for sale could be limited.
Rural: A stream flowing over a few acres sounds appealing and your housing budget will often buy you more in a rural setting than any alternative above.
Features Once you've considered the broader location options above, it's time to think about the features you need and want in a home. Prepare a shopping list. How many bedrooms and bathrooms? One or two-car garage? Large backyard or small? List the features you are looking for as needs or wants.
Comparing homes and locations Now you want to match the type of home you'd like with the location. Start reading the real estate ads in local newspapers and REALTOR-produced publications. These ads will give you an idea of the communities that best match your criteria for home and location. Drive through the communities that are likely candidates.
Check out the types of homes available, how well the neighbourhoods are maintained, the availability of schools and shopping, recreational and religious facilities. Be aware of drawbacks: highway noise, train tracks, airports and large industrial centres. Drive through the neighbourhoods at different times of the day.
Attend open houses in the areas you are exploring. You'll begin to understand which best suit your needs and which are in your price range.
Open houses also provide an excellent chance to meet the REALTORS hosting the events. Chances are that you'll select a REALTOR from among those you meet at these open houses.
You'll find the services of a REALTOR invaluable in helping you locate the home that's right for you.
This Article Has Been Provided By The Ontario Real Estate Association.
I hope you found this article helpful, and if your looking for Belleville Ontario real estate, keep what you have learned here in mind while your searching for homes for sale in Belleville. If you have any real estate questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. As your Belleville real estate agent, I would be happy to assist you. Simply call me today at the Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty Office in Belleville Ontario at 613-966-6060. Or Visit my website at www.flowersells.com
If your thinking about selling your home, you need a Realtor® you can trust to assist you in getting the job done. My goal is to help my clients get the best possible price for their property, in the least amount of time, with little inconvenience to them.
My personal commitment is to help you achieve the results you deserve, and as a Realtor® with the areas leading provider of real estate services, I am confident that I can make this happen.
Throughout the selling process, you can expect me to be there for you to answer your questions, and guide you through all the complexities. Selling a home is a HUGE deal, and I want to make the process as easy as possible for you.
It is important to me that my clients be 100% satisfied with the service I provide and given the opportunity, I am certain you will be completely satisfied with my services.
To effectively selling a home, you need a marketing plan. Just like any other product people buy or sell, a homes value must be communicated to the proper audience to ensure you get the best possible price for your property.
Marketing your home means so much more than putting up a lawn sign and sticking an ad in your local newspaper. You need to have a complete marketing plan that takes into account your home's unique qualities and your objectives.
In today's competitive market place, it is important that your home be marketed with maximum exposure, 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week until it is SOLD.
My marketing program is designed to meet these objectives
I am confident that my marketing plan will work for you and I would like to provide you with a no obligation consultation, so you can see for yourself.
You have nothing to lose and I will only take 30 minutes of your time.
So call me, and discover how I plan to help you with your home sale.
Jeff Flower Sales Representative
Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty Direct: 613-885-4262
If you are truly serious about buying a home, the very first thing you should be doing is finding a Realtor® to work with. The fact is... you are eventually going to need a Realtor® to show you properties when you find ones that you like, so you might better start off the home buying process the right way.
Why It's Important To Work With A Realtor...
Lets put it this way. You wouldn't show up in court without a lawyer representing you and your rights. Buying real estate is similar. The seller 99.9% of the time has a real estate professional representing their interests in the transaction. If you want to be on an equal playing field, you need someone representing you... looking out for your best interests.
What To Expect... With Me As Your Realtor®, I Will...
Help you determine how much home you can afford, and go over all the additional costs associated with buying a home so you know what to expect. (Eg. taxes, home inspection fees, legal costs, etc.)
Help you determine your needs and wants, and what features in a home are most important to you. This combined with knowing how much home you can afford will save you a great deal of time by knowing what homes to look at, and which homes not to look at.
Always be on the hunt for homes matching your criteria and I will inform you of new listings as soon as they become available.
Preview and pre-screen homes for you on your behalf, so you don't waste your time on homes that aren't going to be suitable for you.
Help you understand what to look for when viewing homes, such as visible signs of water damage or structural defects.
Provide you with information on what comparable homes are selling for, and how current market conditions can impact your offer.
Negotiate on your behalf to help you obtain the best possible deal.
This is really just the beginning. I will be there to answer your questions, and guide you through all the complexities. From beginning to end, I will help you find the right home, at the right price, while making the entire process as easy as possible.
Whether you're ready to buy now or not until a later date, I invite you to call me for a consultation.
Keep in mind, if you see a home you would like some additional information on, or perhaps would like to view the property in person; don't hesitate in giving me a call. I can show you any home that you see for sale, and I would be happy to do so. Take down my name and phone number so you have it on hand.
Jeff Flower Sales Representative
Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty Direct: 613-885-4262
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