Why you should use a real estate professional, to buy or sell a home.

Real estate professionals know more about the houses and the surrounding area. You will save time and money when you use a real estate professional.

Here are the benefits when buying a home:

Has the most information in one place about what is on the market, including homes listed by other professionals. You won’t waste time looking at unsuitable homes. Can help you find the home best suited to your needs size, style, features, location, accessibility to schools, transportation, shopping, etc. Can supply information on real estate values, taxes, utility costs, municipal services and facilities. Can suggest simple changes that could make a prospective home more suitable for you and improve its utility and value. Has no emotional ties to a home, can be objective about it and can point out its advantages and disadvantages. Acts as an agent between you and the seller to present offers and counter-offers until an agreement is reached. Is bound by a code of ethics!

Here are the benefits when selling a home:

Is knowledgeable of the market and gives you the quickest exposure to the maximum number of buyers. Qualifies prospects as to their affordable price range and housing needs. Knows current real estate values and can help you set a realistic, competitive price. This skilled professional knows how to market your home effectively. Is familiar with the local home-loan market and can help you determine whether seller-assisted financing may expedite your sale. Can figure the net proceeds from your sale, taking into account items such as your outstanding loan balance, closing costs, and possible owner financing. Can tap an even larger market through referrals and marketing techniques. Frees you from the problems associated with showing your home. The real estate professional handles phone inquiries, appointments, showings, and negotiations of the contract. Maintains objectivity in presenting offers and counter-offers. Can familiarize you with the closing procedures by explaining them all in advance. Is bound by a code of ethics!

Remember before buying a home get pre-approved. Contact Barclay Butler Financial Inc. 224-420-9990 or [email protected] to get pre approved. www.barclaybutlerfinancial.com