Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you should work with a broker you can trust.
A reliable real estate broker knows their area and the things that matter to the people living there. They also have a solid understanding of market prices, historical changes over time, and how the area is likely to develop in the future.
Choosing to conduct a real estate transaction through a reliable broker is important for both sides of the deal. Above all else, it’s crucial for getting a good deal that comes as close as possible to the ideal outcome you’re looking for.
In this blog post, we’re going to cover some ways for you to find a Capital Region real estate brokerage firm that’s right for you, whether you’re buying or selling a home.
Experience and expertise are two of the biggest indications that you’re working with the right broker.
As previously mentioned, a broker with years of experience and intimate familiarity with your local market is one that likely stands the best chance at getting you the deal you’re looking for.
It’s even better, though, if much of that experience and knowledge is focused on the specific type of property you’re looking for. A broker that has these better understands where that property type’s value comes from and, as a result, has a better-developed intuition than less experienced brokers when it comes to what specifically matters to you.
It’s also a great idea to look for a broker experienced with the type of transaction you’re looking to make. Some people, for instance, are mainly interested in a cash sale. A broker with a solid understanding of what both sides are looking for in this type of transaction has an easier time negotiating a great deal for all involved.
Buying a home is one of the biggest transactions most people will make in their lifetime. By the same token, a house is also one of the most valuable assets the average person is likely to own. That’s what makes it so critical to get the right broker on your side as you search for a home to buy.
The first indication that you’re working with a great real estate broker is that they’re asking you the right kinds of questions. They’ll make a point of establishing important points like your timetable, expectations, and mortgage eligibility, all of which impact which homes in the area are realistically on the table for you.
No matter how you’re looking to sell your home, you’ll want a broker that knows how to effectively market a property to reach the types of buyers you’re looking for, qualify those buyers, and negotiate a sale at the price point that works for you.
If you want to sell for cash or without listing the property publicly, though, you’ll want to look for a broker that already has a well-developed network of qualified buyers, the skills to find those qualified buyers on your schedule, or both.
We’re Reliable Properties, a firm with over 20 years of experience selling homes in the Capital Region.
We pride ourselves on our ability to handle every part of the transaction from start to finish, no matter how you want to buy or sell, and we want to put our expertise to work for you.
Your home is your most important asset, and whether you’re selling one or looking for a new one, you need a reliable broker to get you the deal you deserve. We’re ready to do that for you. Contact us now with any questions or to get started.