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Why Use A REALTOR®
Working with a REALTOR® can save you time, money and trouble. REALTORS® can show buyers a better selection of homes than they can find on their own, according to an independent survey of the general public released by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.
A REALTOR® will:
- Help you find the perfect match between what you can afford and the home that best suits your needs.
- Access all the properties for sale in your desired area through the Multiple Listing Service.
- Negotiate for you: Once you’ve found the home you want to buy, your REALTOR® will write up your offer and present it to the seller.
- Get the right price: REALTORS® know the market inside and out, getting you the best price possible, whether you are buying or selling.
- Protect your rights: Real estate laws have become increasingly complicated and your REALTOR® is specially trained to assist you.
- Allow you to make your own decision: A professional works for YOU and respects your opinions.
What's the difference between a REALTOR and other real estate professionals?
While there are plenty of real estate professionals to choose from, the best bet in terms of ethical, efficient and reliable service is a REALTOR®. A REALTOR is a real estate licensee who's decided to take an extra step toward professionalism and high ethical standards. That step: joining the local, state and national Associations of REALTORS®.
Whether you're buying a home or selling a home, you can be certain your REALTOR® will provide you more service and more expertise. Isn't that a guarantee you want, when you're making the biggest investment of your life?
You see, not all real estate licensees are REALTORS, although many people confuse the terms. When Is a Real Estate Agent a REALTOR®?