Your most important decision when selling your home is the selection of the person you choose to represent you in the sale of your property. Your Sales Associate should do the following:

• Educate you through the entire process
• Understand your real estate objectives
• Handle any problems that arise during the transaction
• Provide comparable sales data to assure that you are setting the proper price for your home
• Show you homes in an effective and professional manner
• Help you understand the use and limitations of good faith deposits
• Advise you as to when you should seek the advice of an attorney
• Make sure the appraisal process is handled properly
• Help you to understand the complete escrow/closing and title process and oversee the closing process
• Properly handle the walk-through process with you prior to the final closing
• See that any repairs or requirements are met prior to the closing
• Advise you as to what course of action should be taken if the buyer refuses to close the transaction
• Negotiate and deal effectively on your behalf with the buyers, other agents, escrow/closing, title people and attorneys
• See that each and every facet of the buying process is effectively and professionally handled in your best interest

Tips for Selecting an Agent

Your Real Estate Sales Associate should be:

• Aware of the local and state requirements effecting your transacion.
• A skilled negotiator that is able to to secure a beneficial final agreement between the buyer and the seller and to provide a greater net return on your investment.
• Resourceful in attracting the largest pool of potential buyers.
• Supported by legal council.
• Knowledgeable in technology resources to facilitate your transaction.