| If you are planning to sell your property, it is important to hire an agent you feel comfortable working with.
Some of the qualities I think a great real estate agent should possess are experience, responsiveness, dependability, good listening skills, communication skills, negotiation skills and technology skills. The best agents are trustworthy, dedicated to their clients goals and passionate about their work.
Along with all these qualities, I pride myself on always being quick to respond. This is especially important when a buyer calls requesting information on your property. Not knowing that difference could cost you valuable time, or worse, thousands of dollars. To hear what my clients have to say about their experiences working with me, click here.
Below are just a few of my responsibilities working with you on the sale of your property.
- Walk you through the process of selling your property from beginning to closing.
- Provide comparable information regarding recent solds in your area.
- Supply information on local customs and regulations you may not be aware of.
- Field phone calls.
- Alert you to potential risks.
- Share information about your property on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), MyRealtorInCT.com, ColdwellBankerMoves.com, ColdwellBanker.com, Realtor.com, GoogleBase.com, Trulia.com, Zillow.com, HomeFinder.com, CyberHomes.com, FrontDoor.com, YahooRealEstate.com and Craigslist.com. **Enormo.com & RealEstate.AOL.com coming soon.**
Coldwell Banker is committed to exposing your property to the many online buyers. The 2007 National Association of Realtors survey shows that 84% of all buyers search for homes on the Internet. At Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, we recognize the opportunities the Internet creates and fully leverage the internet in a way that helps sell your property.
- Provide greater exposure through a direct marketing campaign.
According to an article published in the New Yorker on March 31, 2008 entitled "Out of Print," "only 19% of Americans between the ages of eighteen and 34 claim even to look at a daily newspaper. The average age of the American newspaper reader is 55 and rising." I can provide greater exposure through a direct marketing campaign.
- Qualify potential buyers.
Our in-house financing through NE Moves Mortgage offers a full range of products, instant pre-approvals, and excellent service. It's important to look at any potential buyers financing.
- Host open houses.
- Contact you regularly with email and/or verbal progress reports.
- Show your home.
Most real estate agents throw a lockbox on a home and wait for the offers to come in. I prefer to show my listings when possible to any potential buyers and their agent. This allows any questions to be answered regarding the property right away and in most cases, provide you feedback from the showing.
- Negotiate an offer with the buyer or buyer's agent.
It is important to understand that finding an interested buyer is just the beginning. Selling a property almost always involves negotiation between the buyer and seller. Getting the best possible price for your property calls for a skilled negotiator, educated and experienced in real estate transactions.
- Arrange for a relocation agent, if appropriate.
- Comply with the disclosures required by law.
- Provide you with an estimate of the closing costs you will incur.
- Attend home inspection with the buyer and their agent and negotiate any requests for repairs.
- Provide appraiser with property information and comparable information.
- Closely monitor all negotiated dates within the Purchase & Sale Agreement.
- Help prepare you for a smooth closing.
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