Why hire a Real Estate Agent or Property Management professional?

A qualified and competent real estate agent or property management professional will help you navigate the myriad of decisions that arise when buying, renting or selling a home. A good agent provides value to the homeowner in so many ways.

• Covers the costs of all marketing and advertising.
• Aggressively markets your property with appropriate methods such as MLS, websites, print ads and/or signs
• Adds experience and expertise in all aspects of the sales or leasing process including marketing, transaction management, negotiations and more. 
• Handles the showings of your Home.
• Brings a network of known, trusted real estate professionals. If your agent doesn't have the answer, he or she likely knows someone who does.
• Always has your interests in mind so you always have someone on your side.
• Can handle and advise on all price and contract negotiations (except for legal counsel).
• Provides you with all the possible options and opportunities without holding back.
• Gives an unbiased, realistic view of your home and your options. Unlike buyers, sellers or tenants, an agent has no emotional attachment to property.
• Has the knowledge to help you ask the right questions.
• Being a third party, potential buyers or tenants are more likely to tell your agent the truth about your home, even if it is unflattering. This objective viewpoint will help you make the necessary changes to get your home closed.
• Your time is valuable. A real estate agent allows you to spend your time how you want while they co-ordinate your transaction.