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Realtor Assistance
I often hear that an Agent or Realtor are the same thing?
An "agent" has his license with a Brokerage that doesn't support ongoing
educational goals and beliefs by belonging to associations that foster Education and
Training resources on an ongoing basis ...
An "agent" has his license with a Brokerage that doesn't support ongoing lobbying
in the capital to address issues and laws that affect it constituents -a current example
is increasing the Transfer Tax on Real Estate sales in Cook County. (it is the belief
that a huge tax increase would hinder Sales and add to the growing glut of homes
currently on the market.
An "agent" can not access the Multiple Listing Service!
On the other hand, a "Realtor"
Is not going to settle for a "get your license and that's enough," attitude.
Realtor's add to the transaction by utilizing their Association for training & access to
others in the industry via networking events. Listing their homes for sale on the
"MLS"" or the new merged "MRED" MLS networks which are now the largest
conglomeration of available homes and Realtor's access points in Chicagoland.
Realtor's don't "Pocket List"... they get the home exposed quickly (max. 3 days) to
the largest arena of Buyer's available. The Association protects the Client by
providing a venue to settle disputes and holds each Realtor to a Code of Ethics that
they must abide by to continue their membership. Does the Association add value?
Yes!
It's evidenced by the quality of the Association and the Realtor's that support it!
Look for the Logo's -they are your assurance
that the member's within are
holding their Professionalism to a higher standard.
An "agent" has his license with a Brokerage that doesn't support ongoing
educational goals and beliefs by belonging to associations that foster Education and
Training resources on an ongoing basis ...
An "agent" has his license with a Brokerage that doesn't support ongoing lobbying
in the capital to address issues and laws that affect it constituents -a current example
is increasing the Transfer Tax on Real Estate sales in Cook County. (it is the belief
that a huge tax increase would hinder Sales and add to the growing glut of homes
currently on the market.
An "agent" can not access the Multiple Listing Service!
On the other hand, a "Realtor"
Is not going to settle for a "get your license and that's enough," attitude.
Realtor's add to the transaction by utilizing their Association for training & access to
others in the industry via networking events. Listing their homes for sale on the
"MLS"" or the new merged "MRED" MLS networks which are now the largest
conglomeration of available homes and Realtor's access points in Chicagoland.
Realtor's don't "Pocket List"... they get the home exposed quickly (max. 3 days) to
the largest arena of Buyer's available. The Association protects the Client by
providing a venue to settle disputes and holds each Realtor to a Code of Ethics that
they must abide by to continue their membership. Does the Association add value?
Yes!
It's evidenced by the quality of the Association and the Realtor's that support it!
Look for the Logo's -they are your assurance
that the member's within are
holding their Professionalism to a higher standard.
| A Proud Member of the Chicago Association of Realtor's |
What should you expect from a transaction?
If you are the Buyer...?
Consulting on your housing needs, financing &
credit improvement. References to reputable
web sites that track neighborhoods and vital
statistics for research purposes.
Refer a minimum of 3 reputable financing
companies and go over the Good Faith
Estimate -if you have further questions about
the charges.
Set up searches for the type of home and area
you have requested. Research any interesting
results, make appointments and accompany the
Client to view and assess the basic condition of
the overall property & determine future resale.
Prepare CMA's to assess the value in
comparison to other Market homes in area.
Negotiate. Negotiate the Contract terms, the
financing terms, the discounts for services
-movers, hotels, interior designers &
contractors.
Discuss- Disclosures, Inspections, Home
Warranty Options. Remodeling options.
After care... yes! Keep in touch with you to
make sure you bring your home purchase up to
your tax preparer along with necessary
deductible receipts, etc.
Monitor your progress with Annual Check
up's on the financing and helping you to
manage effective techniques that enhance the
investment value of the home.
If you are the Buyer...?
Consulting on your housing needs, financing &
credit improvement. References to reputable
web sites that track neighborhoods and vital
statistics for research purposes.
Refer a minimum of 3 reputable financing
companies and go over the Good Faith
Estimate -if you have further questions about
the charges.
Set up searches for the type of home and area
you have requested. Research any interesting
results, make appointments and accompany the
Client to view and assess the basic condition of
the overall property & determine future resale.
Prepare CMA's to assess the value in
comparison to other Market homes in area.
Negotiate. Negotiate the Contract terms, the
financing terms, the discounts for services
-movers, hotels, interior designers &
contractors.
Discuss- Disclosures, Inspections, Home
Warranty Options. Remodeling options.
After care... yes! Keep in touch with you to
make sure you bring your home purchase up to
your tax preparer along with necessary
deductible receipts, etc.
Monitor your progress with Annual Check
up's on the financing and helping you to
manage effective techniques that enhance the
investment value of the home.
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What should you expect from a transaction?
If you are the Seller...?
As a Seller we do the Current Market Analysis.
Who is your immediate competition? How
does your home and pricing stack up against
them? What will the proceeds of a sale at this
pricing be.
Discuss marketing plans for the property to
expose a potential Buyer quickly such as over 8
Internet portals including Realtor.com,
company Internet site and other affiliates.
Postcard mailings to area residents, financing
program marketing & Open House
opportunities.
Develop a property enhancement plan.
Negotiate on your rights to be protected in
contract negotiations regarding financing with
potential Buyer's & whether to take property
off the market or not during contingency
period, etc.
Follow up on Contingency expiration dates and
ensure that property is on track to close.
Show home for final walk thru. Assist with
closing conditions, such as Tax Stamp pick up
prior to close.
Monitor your progress with Annual Check up's
on your tax liability at end of year, helping you
to effective manage techniques that can enhance
the investment value of the proceeds.
If you are the Seller...?
As a Seller we do the Current Market Analysis.
Who is your immediate competition? How
does your home and pricing stack up against
them? What will the proceeds of a sale at this
pricing be.
Discuss marketing plans for the property to
expose a potential Buyer quickly such as over 8
Internet portals including Realtor.com,
company Internet site and other affiliates.
Postcard mailings to area residents, financing
program marketing & Open House
opportunities.
Develop a property enhancement plan.
Negotiate on your rights to be protected in
contract negotiations regarding financing with
potential Buyer's & whether to take property
off the market or not during contingency
period, etc.
Follow up on Contingency expiration dates and
ensure that property is on track to close.
Show home for final walk thru. Assist with
closing conditions, such as Tax Stamp pick up
prior to close.
Monitor your progress with Annual Check up's
on your tax liability at end of year, helping you
to effective manage techniques that can enhance
the investment value of the proceeds.