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As
a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, a REALTOR®
subscribes to a strict Code of Ethics.
So, whether representing you or the seller, REALTORS® pledge
to provide honest and ethical treatment for all parties involved
in the transaction. Here are ways working with a REALTOR®
works for you in terms of your convenience, your budget, and
your overall satisfaction. |
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REALTOR® has extensive information all in one place
about what is "on the market," including homes
listed by other REALTORS®. You won't waste time looking
at unsuitable homes. |
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REALTOR® 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. |
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REALTOR® can help you find the home best suited to
your needs - size, style, features, location, accessibility
to schools, transportation, shopping, etc. |
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REALTOR® can suggest simple changes that could make
a prospective home more suitable for you and improve its
utility and value. |
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REALTOR® can supply information on real estate values,
taxes, utility costs, municipal services and facilities,
and may be aware of proposed zoning changes that could
affect your decision to buy. |
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REALTOR® has no emotional ties to a home, can be objective
about it, and can point out its advantages and disadvantages.
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REALTOR® can act as a conduit through which you and
the seller present offers and counter-offers until an
agreement is reached. |
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REALTOR® can familiarize you with the closing procedures
by explaining them all to you in advance. |
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FOR
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Only
real estate professionals who belong to the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF REALTORS® may call themselves REALTORS®. REALTORS®
are bound by a Code of Ethics and
have pledged to protect and promote the interest of their clients
and provide honest treatment to all parties involved in the
real estate transaction. Here are some ways a REALTOR® can
help you sell your home: |
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REALTOR® is knowledgeable of the market and gives
you quick exposure to the maximum number of buyers. |
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REALTOR® "qualifies" prospects as to their
affordable price range and housing needs. |
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REALTOR® knows current real estate values and can
help you set a realistic, competitive price. This skilled
professional knows how to merchandise your home effectively. |
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REALTOR® is familiar with the local home-loan market
and can help you determine whether seller-assisted financing
may expedite your sale. |
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REALTOR® 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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REALTOR® can tap an even larger market through referrals
and marketing techniques. |
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REALTOR® frees you from the problems associated with
showing your home. The REALTOR® handles phone inquiries,
appointments, showings and negotiations of the contract.
Your home is shown only to serious, qualified buyers. |
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REALTOR® maintains objectivity in presenting offers
and counteroffers. |
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REALTOR® can familiarize you with the closing procedures
by explaining them all in advance. |
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