Are you aware that more than two million people in the United States have real estate licenses? With that many practitioners, the seed quickly separates from the chaff, with a small percentage of Realtor rising to the top in quality service to buyers and sellers.
As you consider the mountains of documentation, financing, negotiating, marketing, inspections, and the like, where would you begin to locate the Realtor best suited to your needs?
It makes sense to start at home, with those individuals who participate in neighborhood organizations, local government, charities, etc.
It makes sense to work with someone who is active within and knowledgeable about the local community.
More information for your choice of Realtor can be found through open houses, advertising, referrals and recommendations from other agents, neighbors, and local business leaders.
Once you’ve interviewed and selected a Realtor, make sure your relationship is clearly defined and documented. Some Realtors represent sellers, while others exclusively represent buyers.
Make sure your representative explains how he or she works with all parties to the transaction, and provides a complete agency disclosure to document your relationship.
Then your Realtor will begin discussion of local market conditions and how they come to bear upon your listing or your purchase.
A carefully selected representative from your community will provide all the information you need to move forward with confidence.
The Placer County Association of Realtors is the professional trade association representing approximately 3,300 Realtors, affiliates, and other related industry representatives in Placer County. Call them at (916) 624-8271 or visit their Web site at www.pcaor.com.