Researching, pricing, marketing, scheduling, staging, showing, screening, inspections, negotiating and closing. Sound like a full-time job to buy or sell a home? You bet it is! Real estate is not a DIY project. A home is one of the most expensive items you’ll ever pay for so you shouldn’t go it alone. A real estate broker is worth their weight in gold who will successfully execute a sale and help you avoid a landmine of mistakes. Read about the various benefits of working with a broker:
- EXPERTISE. Real estate agents are experts with licensing requirements and experience, specialized skills and market knowledge. Agents must complete a requisite number of hours of approved pre-licensing as well as pass an exam and complete post-licensing education requirements. Buying or selling a home can require dozens of forms, reports, disclosures and other technical documents. I have the expertise to prepare a killer deal while avoiding delays and costly mistakes. Every time I strike a deal I’m looking out for the best interests of my client; that’s my fiduciary responsibility.
- RESULTS. Real estate agents produce better results than if you bought or sold a home on your own. Statistics show the sales price is lower for sellers who don’t use an agent, and there are far fewer bidding wars and multiple offer situations for those who attempt to “go it alone.” For buyers who don’t use an agent, they miss important legal and financial protections that will cost them more in the long-run. A real estate agent is knowledgeable about what features are worth, ensures you don’t overpay for a home and explains how the purchase price will impact your finances for years to come.
- NETWORK. Realtors have important connections that include mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, appraisers, repair persons, home inspectors, home stagers, title insurance agents, interior designers and photographers/videographers. My network of experts can help you turbocharge your results. A real estate transaction comes with many moving parts, timelines and professionals involved. Think of your real estate agent as a project manager for each stage of the home sale lifecycle.
- ACCESS. I have access to more off-market, pocket listings as your local resident Boca Raton real estate agent. I have a pulse on what’s coming up and what’s not advertised. Properties may be available but not actively advertised. Working with an agent means you have access to a wider breadth and depth of properties.
- NEIGHBORHOOD. As a resident real estate agent in Broken Sound Club, I know the lay of the land - literally and figuratively. I know every neighborhood and have real estate insights you may not otherwise be privy to. This will come in handy when you have specifics about what kind of neighborhood you want to live in, pros and cons of different property types, how far you want to commute to work, what amenities or dining establishments are nearby or what kind of schools you want your kids to attend.
- TIME. Real estate agents spend considerable time pulling relevant listings on the MLS, showing listings, attending open houses, educating you about the market, marketing properties and showing your home so you don’t have to. I market and stage your home professionally, keeping your home show-ready. Working with a real estate agent is likewise the best way to include or exclude homes that will or will not work for you.
- MLS. The Multiple Listing Service is one of the most effective communication tools in the home buying and selling marketplace. The MLS is designed to alert agents to open houses, new listings and other useful functions to put you in the right place at the right time. Unless you’re working with a real estate agent, you may not have access to this wealth of information.
- CAUTION. You might miss critical warnings and red flags when viewing a home on your own. Some expensive home repair issues your agent can spot include roof problems, structural issues, plumbing leaks, mold and insect infestations. You want to have an expert help you research and do the right due diligence for that property. Similarly, I make sure my clients have the correct addendums and contingencies in place.
- NEGOTIATION. Real estate agents handle the negotiation process professionally and successfully. They ensure financial and legal matters are in order. Buyers and sellers in South Florida should expect lots of competition, all-cash offers, bidding wars and more. You will want a savvy negotiator on your side to seal the best deal for you and prepare agreements, inspections, contingencies and anything else that’s important to your particular needs.
- ADVICE. Real estate agents are your sage and helpful guide. Your realtor can help you feel confident and at ease throughout the process, ultimately helping you make a decision that will benefit both you and your family for many years to come. I work for you at all hours of the day and night — whether you need more info on a home or just someone to talk to in order to feel at ease with one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions of your life. Real estate agents offer objective feedback and support to help keep your stress at bay. Being resourceful, responsive and a natural problem-solver, I don’t take my responsibility as a real estate broker lightly. I want you to make the right decision.
Being a highly-qualified, hardworking agent has earned Anne De Marzo over $1 Billion in lifetime sales and led to numerous accolades. Anne is consistently named a Top Broker Small Teams in Southeast Florida, Legends Society Award Winner and recipient of Coldwell Banker’s International President’s Elite, International President's Premier and International Diamond Society Awards. Successfully representing sellers and buyers, she has the acumen and experience to get the job done smoothly and effortlessly. Call Anne De Marzo today at 917-952-7822 for a consultation!
