Why Use a REALTOR

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Whether you’re buying or selling a home in Calgary or anywhere else, your REALTOR can help make your real estate transaction a successful one. They are with you every step of the way throughout the transaction from start to finish. They can even help you with organizing things like Reccomend  banks and mortgage brokers  that will help you with your finaincing, You may even be able  to buy your new home without necessarily having your current one sold yet. The process of buying and selling a house can be stressful, so to have a realtor that is able to walk you through appraisals and closings, and everything else inbetween can relieve some of the stress.

When Buying a home, a REALTOR :

  • Realtors have the most information in one place about what is on the market, including homes listed by other . You won’t waste time looking at unsuitable homes.

  • Helps you determine how much home you can afford, how you can acquire the down payment and what financing options may be open to you.

  • Can help you find the home best suited to your needs- size, style, features, location, accessibility to schools, transportation, shopping, etc.

  • Can supply information on real estate values, taxes, utility costs, municipal services and facilities.

  • Can suggest simple changes that could make a prospective home more suitable for you and improve its utility and value.

  • Has no emotional ties to a home, can be objective about it and can point out its advantages and disadvantages.

  • Acts as an agent between you and the seller to present offers and counter-offers until an agreement is reached. Is bound by a Code of Ethics and pledges to protect and promote the interest of the buyer by providing fair treatment for all parties involved in the transaction.

When Selling a home, a REALTOR :

  • Is bound by a Code of Ethics and pledges to protect and promote the interests of the seller by providing fair treatment for all parties involved in the transaction.

  • Is knowledgeable of the market and gives you the quickest exposure to the maximum number of buyers. They’ll most likely use the MLS, and social media to get your property marketed quickly and to a large audience.

  • Qualifies prospects as to their affordable price range and housing needs.

  • Knows current real estate values and can help you set a realistic, competitive price. This skilled professional knows how to merchandise your home effectively.

  • Is familiar with the local home-loan market and can help you determine whether seller-assisted financing may expedite your sale.

  • Can figure the net proceeds from your sale, taking into account your outstanding loan balance, closing costs and possible owner financing.

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  • Eliminates you from the problems associated with showing your own home. The REALTOR handles phone inquiries, appointments, showings and negotiations of the contract.

  • Maintains objectivity in presenting offers and counter-offers.

  • Can familiarize you with the closing procedures by explaining them all in advance.

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