An Explanation of the Process
Your Realtor will provide you in detail a full explanation of the ins and outs of the buying and selling process and what to expect. They will not take anything for granted and so no one faces any surprises along the process.
An Assessment of Your Needs
Your Realtor will ask you several questions beginning with why you are choosing to move. This professional will also explore all of your time constraints (imposed by your need to relocate for employment) any future plans or financial situations.
A Plan to Find Your Dream Home
Your Realtor will consider and identify all that you request to have in your new home. Number of rooms, garage, pool, particular building design and layout and everything to know about the neighbourhood. How close are schools, churches, shops, etc. Your Realtor will compare with what is available on the market taking into consideration your budget and save you time and energy with all their recommendations. They will escort you to all the home viewings and assess price and suitability. They are experts on the property and can provide information about that particular neighbourhood, heating costs and conditions of furnace and energy etc. Your Realtor will work with you so you can achieve your home ownership dream.
Access to Properties for Sale
MLS or Multiple Listing Service is a valuable tool and is an exclusive service and only accessible through your Realtor. This service lists and details all the listed properties that are available to the Realtor professional you work with. It saves a tremendous amount of time and effort during the searches and hunt for the perfect property or home.
Knowledge of Financing Options
REALTORS® have extensive knowledge of the financing choices available to home buyers. The Realtor professional has extensive knowledge of financing choices available to the home buyer and the options of obtaining financing that have the best of rates and prevailing terms.
A Skilled Negotiator
Your Realtor professional will assist in the negotiating of an offer, act as the mediator when conflicts arise between you and the seller and supply drawn up legal binding agreements. They are experienced in arranging fair deals.
Honesty and Integrity
Professional Realtors in our province are mostly members of (OREA) , the Ontario Real Estate Association and only these members can call themselves Realtors. You can expect strict adherence to the provincial laws and adherence the the Code of Ethics. This code is extremely important because it assures you that you will receive honesty, integrity and the highest level of service.
Highest Professional Standards
Prior to a Realtor receiving a real estate licence, they must successfully complete the extensive course of study developed and outlined by OREA on behalf of the Real Estate Council Ontario. The first two years or practicing, learning realtors are also required to successfully complete three more additional courses as part of their articling with the experienced Broker. Then all licensees, in addition, must continue to attend the required courses throughout their careers to maintain and keep their license.
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“The trademarks “MLS, Multiple Listing Service” and the association logos are owned by the “Canadian Real Estate Association” or (CREA) and identify the services and quality provided by Real estate professionals that are members. Used under license.”
