field the scheduled calls, arranging them for the seller’s convenience. The agent will show the home, saving that seller time, and also field the follow-up questions. In short, having an agent will lessen the seller’s investment of time and bother, while inciting serious buyers to immediately write an offer. Handling real estate transaction paperwork is also a big boon to the seller. One-page deposit receipts were prevalent 40 years ago. Today’s purchase agreements run 10 pages or more. That does not include the federal- and state-mandated disclosures, nor disclosures dictated by local customs. Most real estate files average a thickness from one to three inches worth of paper. A mistake or omission in paperwork could land you in court or cost you down the road. Speaking of down the road, even a smooth closing without complications can come back to haunt you. For example, authorities that collect property tax assessments, document stamps, or transfer tax, which can fall months behind and mix up invoices, sometimes result in a snag. These may be hard to handle without knowledge of the systems. A good real estate agent like myself will deal with these issues. Questions often arise that were overlooked in the excitement of closing. As a proficient agent, I will be there to assist.
SERIOUS CONSIDERATIONS
The decision to sell your home requires seeing the total picture, from start to finish. You should now understand what is involved in selling your home quickly and profitably. However, let us summarize a bit about what you should consider to avoid trouble in the process. To eliminate any misunderstandings by you, your agent, or an interested buyer, discuss this list with me, your trusted agent.
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