" A Good Real Estate Agent Knows You're Not Just Buying A House,
You're Moving Into A Community "

Guide to SELLING Your Home

      Why use an agent

When you have decided to buy or sell a home, the services of a qualified real estate professional are of utmost importance.

The ideal sales agent will have a good working knowledge of local real estate market conditions, be prepared to deliver a high standard of service to customers, and have the support of a large real estate company. Most importantly, a good agent will save you time and money.

Here are the advantages of working with an agent:

When selling a house

• An agent knows real estate values in your neighbourhood and will help set an agreeable and competitive price on your home.
• An agent will establish a marketing strategy for your home ensuring that your property is exposed to scores of potential buyers.
• An agent takes care of the many tasks involved in selling a house (from placing your listing to putting up the for sale sign). This ensures that the transaction is simple and low-stress for you.
• An agent is an expert in the home selling process and as such will advise you of your rights, options and obligations.
• An agent is an experienced negotiator and will work for to get you the best price possible price

When buying a house:

• Agents are experienced negotiators who will manage your offers and counter-offers.
• An agent is familiar with the neighbourhood and can give you information on local real estate values, taxes, utility costs, services and amenities.
• An agent is familiar with the entire home purchasing process and can advise you of your legal and financial options as well as recommend appraisal, home inspection and contracting services.
• An agent can pinpoint homes that fit your needs and dismiss those that do not, saving you time.
• An agent knows the potential problem areas in a home and can guide you away from "lemons."

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Glenys has answers to your questions and more professional tips to make your real estate transaction more pleasurable. Call or e-mail Glenys or click on "Ask Your Own Questions." Glenys can send you information on any Property Listed For Sale on the Multiple Listing Service in the Halifax area. If you would like her to help you locate a home, please fill out her Information Request Form. Surfing the Real Estate Board's web site or MLS.CA and found a house that you like but doesn't give you the civic address. Glenys can also help. Just fill out her Would like an address form, please ! Or perhaps you are considering selling your home in the near future, she can also offer you a Free No-Obligation Market Evaluation Form

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