Why Use a Realtor

Whether you're buying a home for the first time, selling to move into a larger one, or downsizing, the complicated and in some cases daunting issues surrounding today’s market underscore the importance of relying on the skills, knowledge and expertise of a REALTOR.

Buying or Selling a Home Today Requires Extensive Experience and Solid Negotiating Power

In California there are more than three dozen different disclosures that may be required for the completion of a residential real estate transaction.   REALTORS  can help you wade through the cumbersome and often complicated paperwork, making sure the proper forms are filled out correctly and on time. This includes the crucial purchase agreement, which serves as an initial contract between the buyer and seller, identifies the purchase  price,  specific terms and conditions of the sale, including home inspections, home warranties and possibly obtaining a commitment from the seller to cover the costs of any necessary repairs.    

As members of their local board, state and national trade associations, REALTORS have twenty four hour access to the latest technologies serving the housing industry today. This includes websites and multiple listing services, as well as market reports detailing crucial data, such as pricing trends; time on the market; and historical sales activity in your neighborhood. A REALTOR can assist with the critical negotiations included in every real estate transaction, and help both buyers and sellers finalize the many details that comprise a final purchase agreement.