A real estate company can be very helpful in today’s economy. Here are some services yours can provide for you.
The housing market has been on a roller cast ride over the last decade and the real estate company you work with will need to be on top of their game. Being a realtor these days is not for the faint of heart. Back in the heyday of the bubble,
every person with a pulse jumped on the realtor bandwagon. It seemed like such an easy way to get rich quick that everyone was going to real estate school to get their license in order to flip houses as a side job. It was highly likely that your neighbors, grandma, and the local dog catcher were all trying to cash in by selling properties. Back then, houses sold for huge profits before the signs were even posted. No wonder everyone jumped into the game. Today, the rules and challenges have turned quite a bit. It takes a seasoned and savvy player to win in this market.
What can you expect out of a high quality firm if you want to buy or sell a property? Here are some of their current offerings:
For buyers: It’s a buyers’ market. In order to keep individuals who want to purchase properties happy, a real estate company should offer a variety of services to his or her clients:
Regular notification of listings: New listings come on the market every day. A savvy realtor will make sure his or her clients know about them first in order to get a shot at the best ones.
Prequalification: Before viewing properties, a savvy agent will have clients prequalified in order to make sure they’re looking at homes, condos, and land that is in their price range. No use wasting anyone’s time if a buyer can’t afford a certain home or neighborhood.
Show homes as they come up: An agent should be available to show clients housing in a manner that aligns with their schedule. Waiting till the weekend may mean the property is already sold out from under.
A real estate company can provide information about school districts, crime statistics, and the overall climate of the neighborhood. A seasoned pro will know all of the answers to clients’ questions. If they don’t, they’ll find out ASAP.
For sellers: Sellers must come up with an aggressive sales plan in order to market their properties successfull.
Comps: The agent should provide a seller with the latest data in comps. This is a jumping off point for deciding upon a sales price.
Brochure: Designing a brochure and keeping them readily available is part of a company’s responsibility.
Staging tips: In today’s market, homes are staged in order to have them look their best in order to interest buyers. This means free of clutter and too personal of belongings. Rooms and furnishings should be spacious feeling and spare in terms of furniture.
Advice about distressed properties: Many properties fall into the “distressed” category. This means that the sellers are on the verge of foreclosure and need all the help they can get. A savvy realtor will provide this.
What will a good real estate company provide to buyers and sellers? A successful plan and exemplary customer service.
