What can a REALTOR do for you and what is a Realtor?

September 2, 2009
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We have mentioned many times that purchasing a home must be one of the biggest investments you would ever make.  We don’t know if you’ve counted, but we do hope you always remember this in every transaction you get into that concerns your home.  This includes finding a real estate agent.

If you are after the best of the best in the real estate industry, then you should get yourself a REALTOR®.  REALTORS® have taken additional steps to become members of the local board of REALTORS®  and have agreed to act under and adhere to a strict Code of Ethics.  But there is more to them than just that.  Read on:

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10 Tips for a Pleasant Working Relationship with Agents

August 31, 2009
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If you are a newbie in the real estate industry, you are at a high risk for misunderstanding a lot of things and even persons—particularly your agent.  Keep yourself out of hot water by equipping yourself with knowledge before transacting with a real estate agent.  This may be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you.  So here are some protocols you can use to make it a pleasant and smooth one:

1. Understand Agents Work on Commission. Very few real estate agents work on salary. Most real estate agents are paid commission. If an agent does not close a transaction, she does not get paid.  Do not ask an agent to work for you…