Reasons to Use a Realtor When Selling a Home

1. A REALTOR knows real estate values, can intelligently determine the fair market price at the time of sale- helping to assure top dollar for your property.

2. A REALTOR has a list of pre-screened prospects: people seriously interested in buying a home.

3. A REALTOR is familiar with zoning codes, neighborhoods, schools, churches, transportation and shopping centers.

4. A REALTOR does not have any personal ties or fond memories concerning the property. Therefore, he or she is better able to answer all questions objectively and unemotionally.

5. Because of his or her many years of experience, a REALTOR can offer many valuable suggestions on how to make your home more saleable.

6. A REALTOR knows how to advertise a property to gain maximum results and also has referrals from others.

7. A REALTOR pre-screens all prospects, sets up appointments and personally shows the property. You are not bothered with lookers or curious and undesirable traffic.

8. A REALTOR know how to "sell" the property and obtain a firm offer without pressuring the buyer.

9. A REALTOR knows how to assist the buyer in obtaining a mortgage, the amount of downpayment required, points escrows, property taxes, closing costs and utility bills.

10. At closing time a REALTOR will assist in guiding you through paperwork to help assure that title evidence and all other documents are properly and legally executed.

11. A REALTOR operates under a strict code of ethics enforced by the National Association of Realtors, assuring you the most competent, professional and ethical performance available.

Glossary of Terms
Life of an Escrow
Reasons to Use a Realtor When Buying a Home
What is Title Insurance and Why Do You Need It?
Eight Common Ways to Hold Title
Important Property Tax Dates and Information
"Tracking Your Score is About to Get Easier" (article from the "LA Times" 11/28/04)
"Given Up Hope in a Hot Market? There Are Deals." (article from the "LA Times" 1/9/05)
Tax Law Changes for Capital Gains and California Real Estate Witholdings
"Income Tax Time: Value Of Homeownership" (C.A.R. 4/8/05)

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