WORK WITH A REALTOR IN MECHANICSVILLE, MD.
My name in Real Estate is Margaret C. I am a full time CENTURY 21 NEW MILLENNIUM Real Estate Agent in Southern Maryland serving Buyers and Sellers, in the purchase and sale of their home. I am happy to claim that Mechanicsville, MD has been my home for 20 years. Let me share with you why you should work with a realtor.
I am a licensed, full time, C 21 New Millennium, real estate agent. I am ready to be of service to you in Southern Maryland. You will find that I am trustworthy and loyal, working for my client's best interest. I will take the time to educate both Buyers and Sellers, in the Real Estate process,in the purchase or sale of a home. I will help you to determine a realistic selling, or buying, price for the home you have, or want, and guide you through the negotiations that follow. I will be available to you until the transaction is complete, and afterwards too! These are some reasons why you should work with a realtor. I can help first time home buyers, and those looking for single family homes, town houses, new homes and condos in Charles, St Mary's and Calvert Counties, Maryland. Please go to my website to search multiple listings.
I have pursued knowledge in the area of Short Sales and Foreclosures. I have completed the Certified Default Resolution Specialist (CDRS) certification provided by America's Home Rescue and recently the Short Sale and Foreclosures Resource (SFR) through the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). I feel confident that I can assist the distressed homeowner to understand and pursue their options, OR to protect and guide the prospective Buyer to a successful closing. I want to be part of the solution in this challenging market.
"8 Reasons Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®
Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Here are 8 reasons why it pays to work with a REALTOR®.
1. Navigate a complicated process. Buying or selling a home usually requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, and multipage settlement statements. A knowledgeable expert will help you prepare the best deal, and avoid delays or costly mistakes.
2. Information and opinions. REALTORS® can provide local community information on utilities, zoning, schools, and more. They'll also be able to provide objective information about each property. A professional will be able to help you answer these two important questions: Will the property provide the environment I want for a home or investment? Second, will the property have resale value when I am ready to sell?
3. Help finding the best property out there. Sometimes the property you are seeking is available but not actively advertised in the market, and it will take some investigation by your REALTOR® to find all available properties.
4. Negotiating skills. There are many negotiating factors, including but not limited to price, financing, terms, date of possession, and inclusion or exclusion of repairs, furnishings, or equipment. In addition, the purchase agreement should provide a period of time for you to complete appropriate inspections and investigations of the property before you are bound to complete the purchase. Your agent can advise you as to which investigations and inspections are recommended or required.
5. Property marketing power. Real estate doesn't sell due to advertising alone. In fact, a large share of real estate sales comes as the result of a practitioner's contacts through previous clients, referrals, friends, and family. When a property is marketed with the help of a REALTOR®, you do not have to allow strangers into your home. Your REALTOR® will generally prescreen and accompany qualified prospects through your property.
6. Someone who speaks the language. If you don't know a CMA from a PUD, you can understand why it's important to work with a professional who is immersed in the industry and knows the real estate language.
7. Experience. Most people buy and sell only a few homes in a lifetime, usually with quite a few years in between each purchase. Even if you have done it before, laws and regulations change. REALTORS®, on the other hand, handle hundreds of real estate transactions over the course of their career. Having an expert on your side is critical.
8. Objective voice. A home often symbolizes family, rest, and security - it's not just four walls and a roof. Because of this, homebuying and selling can be an emotional undertaking. And for most people, a home is the biggest purchase they'll every make. Having a concerned, but objective, third party helps you stay focused on both the emotional and financial issues most important to you."
Reprinted from REALTOR® magazine (REALTOR.org/realtormag) with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
Copyright 2008. All rights reserved.
Margaret C. Taylor SFR CDRS. Century 21 New Millennium Real Estate Agent, California, St Mary's, MD
Serving: Lexington Park, Great Mills, California, Hollywood, Leonardtown, Mechanicsville, Charlotte Hall, Piney Point, Valley Lee, Callaway, et al. Calvert and Charles Counties.
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