10 REASONS TO HIRE A REALTOR

10 Reasons

Why You Shoud Hire A Realtor®!

Your home is one of the biggest investments you will make. Making the right choices now, and making sure the process is handled correctly, will likely impact your life for decades to come. While there is a plethora of information on the Internet that can help you learn about buying and selling a home, it is no substitute for having someone who can guide you through the process, providing the personal attention to detail to handle the transaction from start to fi nish. Look for a Certifi ed Residential Specialist®. Less than three percent of REALTORS® have completed the advanced training and transaction requirements needed to earn this prestigious designation. Kathy Sherman is one of them. She has the experience, knowledge, and skills to make your home buying or selling experience much smoother and more lucrative. Some of the knowledge and training Kathy brings to the table include:

1. Specialized knowledge.

It’s nearly impossible to know everything you need to about buying or selling your property. Kathy is a highly trained professional who specializes in knowing the market, along with all the current ins and outs of the process. She is a wellspring of information and experience who can guide you away from the pitfalls of buying or selling your home. Tapping into that knowledge and experience is a tremendous resource. It’s like having an insider on hand who can clue you into what’s out there now or will soon be on the local market, current home prices and values, and all of the intricate details that must be accomplished for the transaction.

2. Information fi ltering.

In addition to knowing a great deal about real estate, another thing that Kathy does for her sellers that is especially important is to fi lter phone calls, so you can focus on only those offers that truly have potential. This relieves you from frustrating and annoying calls from unqualifi ed and or simply curious callers. A specialty Kathy enjoys is to serve as a buffer between you and the buyer’s agents.

3. Familiarity with the neighborhood.

Part of Kathy’s job is to possess knowledge about Hot Springs Village so she can answer the questions of potential buyers. As your REALTOR®, Kathy can also fi nd similar properties and allow you to compare them, regardless if you are buying or selling. Having this knowledge is important for helping you to decide on a competitive list price if you are selling or a competitive offer if you are buying!

4. Price negotiation and guidance.

Many people think that REALTORS® select prices for sellers and buyers. In reality, all they do is guide their clients. When representing a buyer, Kathy will devise a negotiation strategy and try to get a better price for her client, but it is the client that must choose a price. If representing a seller, she will provide an abundance of information to help her client determine the best list price for a quick and profi table sale.

5. Information related to market conditions.

Market conditions often dictate the price. Kathy has the insight to guide clients, providing information about similar homes, average sale prices, days on market, and more. Market statistics is of particular interest to Kathy, and she loves to share her knowledge! Together, you will be able to make a decision on appropriate pricing.

6. A guide towards other professionals.

After you buy or sell your home, Kathy continues to be a valuable source of information, redirecting you towards other professionals who provide useful services. While she may not be able to refer you to a certain individual due to legal liability, she can provide you with a list of professionals she has worked with in the past.

7. Negotiation and representative skills.

Kathy is more than just a mediator or messenger. She represents her client and presents the offer in the best possible light to attract buyers or sellers. Negotiation skills are crucial, and Kathy has the experience, knowledge, and ability to negotiate the best deal for clients.

8. Paperwork.

One of the most important, but also tedious parts of buying or selling a property, is handling the paperwork. Every document needs to be analyzed closely, and it helps to know what and where to look for something important.

9. Problem-solving.

You might think that everything ends when you sign the paperwork. Well, it doesn’t. Many problems can arise related to taxes, invoices, and all sorts of confusions. A simple phone call can often straighten it out. Just one more reason to have Kathy in your corner!

10. A background for future business.

Credentials Matter. Make sure you are dealing with a licensed professional who is an active member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). To take it to the top level, look for a REALTOR® like Kathy Sherman, who has achieved the highest level of expertise by becoming a Certifi ed Residential Specialist®. Kathy is also an Executive Broker for RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village. An Executive Broker may sign offer and acceptance forms for other REALTORS® in the same offi ce as supervising broker and can be responsible for instructing and supervising salespersons. The relationship you establish will carry you through your fi rst transaction and provide a foundation that can be invaluable for future real estate ventures.

I’d love to be a part of the process! Ask for your guides: KShermanREMAX@gmail.com

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