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Excellence in Real Estate

Understand the process.

Buying real estate is a complex matter and can be especially confusing for the first-time homebuyer. Do yourself a favor and learn as much about the process as you can before you begin. There are plenty of resources on the Internet, and most real estate offices will have pamphlets to explain things in plain language. You may also be able to research the real estate process by attending community-sponsored classes, or you can take a look at books like Home Buying For Dummies by Eric Tyson and Ray Brown, (IDG Books Worldwide, Inc.)

Use a REALTOR(R).

As a buyer, it usually costs nothing to hire a real estate professional to help you find and purchase a home--your Realtor will likely get a portion of the commission the seller pays to his Realtor. When choosing an agent, get referrals from friends, relatives, and co-workers, and then interview as many agents as possible. Pick an agent that works in the neighborhoods you're interested in. It is often best to chose a full time agent. Listen to your agent, but make your own decision.

As a seller, you usually must pay an agent a small commisson to sell your assist you in selling your property. Many sellers feel that if they sell on their own they then get to keep this fee, this could be true. However a Realtor can often help you get more for your property. Also a Realtor can often help you sell your property much faster than you could on your own thus reducing your potential tax burden or interest you might pay over time if you have a mortgage on your home. Once again interview multiple agents before chosing.