Whenever I work with Buyers I give them, not only information from the MLS, but information from the Public Record.
Making an informed decision is based on being informed.
I am currently working with an Investor from back east and he is looking for specific properties that he can flip for a profit. Many of these types of properties can be found in the MLS. A good portion of those are either Foreclosures, Short Sales or Distressed properties.
The Public Record is also an invaluable trove of information.
Back in the day, I would have had to go down to the County Courthouse to get information on subject properties. (There is still some, that may require a trip down there, but not as much today).
With the County Records online, I can find information on almost anything, on any property in this County. Information is available, online, from the Treasurer, Assessor, Tax Authority as well as general basic information. If I need a plat map that hasn’t been scanned into the system, I’ll make a trip, as required.
This Investor has asked me first and foremost, why I was so nice, by not only conveying property information, but giving him the Archuleta County website address, without cost.
This is a two part question. The reason I am and do what I do is because I LOVE BEING A REALTOR®!, Secondly, the information on these specific websites are Public Record and if it doesn’t cost me a thing, why would I charge a Client? Apparently, he was used to being charged for some things that typically could be found in the Public Record. (including CMA’s from the MLS).
Not here.
Sure, I have access to several other websites, some not so well known and some not so easily accessible to the Public, but if it is something I can help an Investor with, or any Buyer, for that matter, I’ll pass that information along if it’s something that may enhance that Buyers ability to make an informed decision, all the better.
It’s just part of the Services I provide.
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