WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A REALTOR®
& 16 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR REALTOR®
An Explanation of the Process
A REALTOR® will provide you with a full explanation of what to expect which is very important so you’re not faced with any surprises along the way.
An Assessment of Your Situation
From basic questions like why you want to move, to recommending the right home locations, a REALTOR® will explore time constraints, your financial situation, future plans and more.
A Plan to Find Your Dream Home
A REALTOR® will help you identify what you want in your new home, assess your needs, wants and budget against what’s available and make recommendations that save you time and effort.
Access to Properties for Sale
Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) is an exclusive service accessible only through a realtor. MLS® system is the biggest database of properties for sale of its kind in this country and the sheer volume of choices it offers you is unmatched by any other source.
Knowledge of Financing Options
REALTORS® have extensive knowledge of the financing choices available to home buyers and can provide information on obtaining financing at the most attractive rates and terms.
A Skilled Negotiator
REALTORS® are experienced in arranging fair deals. He or she will assist in negotiating an offer, acting as a mediator to head off potential conflicts between you and the seller, and draw up a legally binding agreement.
Honesty and Integrity
Licensed REALTORS® in our province are required to be members of the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA). When you work with a licensed REALTOR®, you can expect not only strict adherence to provincial laws, but also adherence to a Code of Ethics. This assures you will receive the highest level of service, honesty and integrity.
Highest Professional Standards
Before earning a real estate license, candidates must successfully complete an extensive course of study developed by OREA on behalf of the Real Estate Council Ontario. Plus, in the first two years of practice, licensees are required to successfully complete additional courses as part of their articling with an experienced broker. In addition, all licensees must continue to attend courses throughout their careers in order to maintain their license.
16 POWERFUL QUESTIONS TO ASK A REALTOR® BEFORE YOU SIGN A LISTING CONTRACT TO SELL YOUR HOME
- How long have you been selling real estate?
- What is the percentage of Sellers compared to Buyers that you serve?
- What systems do you have in place that will keep you in constant contact with me during the listing and the transaction?
- Are you fully automated with your own personal computer, fax machine, copier, pager, mobile phone, etc.?
- May I see all the paperwork that you are going to ask me to sign?
- What professional designations do you have?
- I want to give my home the advantage of the latest marketing strategies. How much time and money do you invest each month in professional training?
- Why are you personally motivated to sell my house?
- Why should I list with you rather than any other REALTOR® who is contacting me?
- What kind of experience and training do you have in negotiations?
- How many homes do you sell in a year?
- Will you personally be there when contracts are presented and handle all the negotiations?
- Do you have a website?
- Will you directly market the property on the Internet?
- Do you follow-up on all showings on the house and report the comments back to me?
- What part of your business is from referrals/past clients?
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