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REALTORS® Answer the Most Googled Real Estate Questions

March 26, 2023 by Claude Jobin Leave a Comment

Realtors.ca answers the most googled real estate questions. It seems to me some of the questions under selling belong under buying but they apply to both sides.

Common questions asked when selling a home:

Why do I need a home inspection?
Why can a seller reject my offer?
How do REALTORS® assess a home’s value?
What is a conditional sale?
How long will it take to sell my home?
When is the best time to sell my home?
What do I need to qualify for a mortgage?

Common questions asked when buying a home:

How much of a down payment do I need to buy a home?
How long does it take to buy a home?
Do I need a REALTORS® to buy a new-build?
Why should I work with a REALTORS®?

Working with a Realtor

July 20, 2017 by Claude Jobin

Below you will find an electronic version of the pamphlet Working with a Realtor as well as a form version of said pamphlet. It’s a good read to better understand the distinction between client and customer in real estate as well as what is owed which. Molly and I prefer to work in a client relationship with our buyers as it creates a relationship of representation providing advise with regards their purchase. But sometimes we find ourselves in a customer relationship and that can be an option.

REALTOR.ca/NoRegrets

May 6, 2017 by Claude Jobin

Well that’s unfortunate!

We are there to help protect your investment and make sure that you get what you expect. What you are buying and who you’re buying it from. We will address the details of the transaction.

Sometimes when you think you’re getting a deal, you’re sharing that 2 acres with the Metalfest.

10 Reasons Why You Should Work With A Realtor

January 8, 2017 by Claude Jobin

A list of 10 reasons why you should work with a realtor from the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA). All true but I particularly like 9 and 10.

The Advantages of Selling Your Home with a Real Estate Agent

May 1, 2015 by Claude Jobin

When you decide to sell your home, you have a big decision to make. Do you hire an accomplished and informed real estate agent, or do you try to sell it on your own? Here are some of the advantages of selling your home with an Ottawa real estate agent:

Time Commitment

The entire process of selling a home takes a lot of time. Listing the home, promoting it, hosting open houses, arranging showings, attracting suitable buyers, conducting negotiations…it takes a lot of time and effort. You are likely already busy with a full-time job, and selling your home is another full-time job of its own. When you sell your home with a real estate agent, they take on this time commitment so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Exposure

So you’ve decided to sell your home, now what? If you just place a “for sale” sign on your lawn and hope for the best, don’t expect to see much action. Your real estate agent, on the other hand, knows how to promote your property and generate exposure. From listing the property on online listing sites to promoting your home on social media and generating attention for open houses, your real estate agent knows how to attract desirable buyers.

Market Knowledge

Pricing your home correctly requires an intimate knowledge of the present and historical real estate market for your neighbourhood and homes like yours throughout the city. If you sell on your own, you might price yourself out of the market or set such a low asking price you get ripped off. Your real estate agent has the market knowledge to set the right asking price that reflects your home’s value but helps close the deal quickly.

Networking

You can try to tell your family and friends about your home, but beyond that it can be hard to find a desirable buyer. Your real estate agent has many industry connections that can be used to find the right buyer for your home. They can network with other agents and find out if they have any clients that are looking for a home exactly like yours.

Negotiations

Negotiations can be difficult when you are selling your own home. It is hard to distance yourself from your emotional connection to the home or from feeling insulted during the negotiation process. Your real estate agent has plenty of experience with negotiation. They can keep the negotiation process professional and efficient. Get your home sold without the emotional messiness.

Ottawa real estate agents have the time availability, promotional skills, market knowledge, networking connections, and negotiation ability to sell your home so you can move on to the next adventure.

What to Look for in a Real Estate Agent

April 17, 2015 by Claude Jobin

Are you ready to sell your home? If so, you’ll want to find a real estate agent who can sell your home for the best price in a timely fashion, while also providing customizable service. Here’s what to look for when it comes to choosing a real estate agent to sell your home:

Experience

When you choose an agent with decades of experience in the industry, they have seen it all, but also keep up with changing trends in the Ottawa real estate market. You want to choose an agent who has plenty of experience selling homes just like yours, has established many contacts in the industry, and knows how to troubleshoot issues should they arise.

Personable

While we would all love selling a home to be an overnight process, that can’t always be the case. You’ll be spending some time with your real estate agent, so talk to them before you hire them as an agent and see if your personalities mesh. Choose an agent who is invested in your interests, communicates well, and works hard to find the right buyer for your home.

Expertise & Availability

Some people take up real estate as a part-time hobby, but are not fully committed to the profession and may not have the expertise to find the best buyer for your home. Others are extremely able agents, but don’t have the time and availability to devote the proper attention to selling your home. Find a full-time agent who has the availability to sell your home and the expertise to do it right.

Social Media Savvy

In this day and age, there’s a lot more involved in selling a home than putting it on the market and hoping for the best. Choose an agent with social media savvy to attract desired buyers to your home. From Facebook and Twitter to Pinterest, Google+, and LinkedIn, your home needs all the exposure it can get if you want to find the right buyer.

Area Knowledge

Ottawa is a large city, and each community and neighbourhood within the city has its own unique considerations. Choose a real estate agent who specializes in your neighbourhood and has the connections and insights to attract desired buyers to your home.

Follow these guidelines, and you are sure to choose the right real estate agent to sell your Ottawa home so you can move on to your next adventure.