I love the real estate industry; it has been a part of my life for over 80% of my life! My parents instilled the value of real estate to me growing up; owning several homes for property management and the one's we lived in. Now don't get me wrong, managing your own property isn't a cake walk, but it's rewarding both professionally and personally. From day one, my parents have always expressed the importance of hiring a professional real estate agent to ensure you get the best representation. I have followed that for over 30 years.
I bought my first home in my early 20's in the United Kingdom, with a real estate agent, and I have never looked back. Over the years, I've relied on the knowledge and guidance of real estate agents and have profited and benefited. I realized my second career. The look on a home buyer's face or seller's satisfaction is absolutely amazing. I love the short notice call, the crisis to be resolved. The next time you feel all an agent does is drive you around and show houses, think again; there's a lot more to it. Call an agent and ask what entails to buying or selling a home; you will be surprised.
This is a career, a life, a way of life; a true Realtor will inform, and handle the situation, no matter what so you won't have to. And if you're lucky enough to find a passionate Realtor, rest assured, you're in great hands!!!!
Just my two cents.
Passionate Realtor... I like that!