If you're looking for that perfect place to live, I'm here to help. Real Estate is not just a job for me, it's a commitment to you. For many people buying a home will be the single biggest investment of their lives. My goal is to make that experience an enjoyable one. Here are some of the steps I'll take to find you the home of your dreams:

Determine your wants and needs:

This is the single most important step. By asking you a series of questions I will establish what you are looking for. My goal is to not waste your time by looking at properties that are not in your price range or homes that don't meet you needs. Through-out the buying process I will maintain your confidentiality and represent your best interests.

Help you get pre-qualified:

This step will show you how much you can afford. This is accomplished by speaking with your financial institution and establishing what monthly payments you will be comfortable with.

Home shopping:

I will use every available method to locate a property that matches your search parameters. This will include properties listed with our office, offered through other real estate companies, as well as unlisted properties. I will disclose all known facts about the property that is likely to affect your decision.

If you’ve decided to sell your home, chances are you’re caught up in a host of emotions. You may be looking forward to moving up to a new dream house or facing the uncertainty of a major move across country. Whatever turbulent feelings you’re experiencing right now, there are plenty of practical matters that need your attention. I am here to help the whole process go more smoothly.

Check your curb appeal:

A home that’s visually appealing and in good condition on the outside will attract potential buyers to want to view the inside. I will give advice on what you can do to increase you curb appeal to attract more buyers.

On the inside:

Strong curb appeal will lure potential buyers inside, where you have to live up to their expectations. Fortunately, there are plenty of easy improvements you can make to your home’s interior without spending a lot of money. As your Agent I will explain the many inexpensive ways we can prepare your home to not only get you the most money but also the quickest sale for your home.

Go it alone? - Or choose an agent?:

Some homeowners decide to sell their homes themselves in order to save the commission charged by a real estate agent. However, buyers who know you are saving on an agent’s commission will offer less for your home, wiping out the financial incentive to do it all yourself. Here are some of the advantages to using me as your realtor:
I will help you establish a fair asking price for your home.
I will promote your home to other agents and list your property in multiple listing services as well as my own buyers.
I will create, pay for and place advertising for you.
I will schedule appointments to show your home
I can weed out buyers who will not qualify for a mortgage.
I will help you negotiate with the buyer.
I can make suggestions to help make your home more attractive to a potential buyer.
And much, much more…

Setting a fair price:

Naturally, you want to get top dollar for your home. But, at the same time, you don’t want to scare off potential buyers with a price tag that’s too high. Setting an artificially high price may cause your property to languish on the market for months. Reducing your asking price later on may lead buyers to wonder if there is something wrong with your home. Here are some of the factors I consider in pricing your home.
Your location
Supply and demand in the local housing market
Seasonal influences
Average home prices in the neighborhood
Your home's extras
I offer free Market Evaluations, showing the recent selling prices of neighborhood properties that compare to your own. I will adjust for the unique features of your property and together, we will come up with a competitive and fair price for your home.
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