Why Work With A Local Realtor

Buying or selling a home can be a difficult and overwhelming task, especially if you don't have any professional advice or assistance. It is highly advantageous to work with a skilled, realtor that specializes in the local area throughout the home buying or selling process.

Your experience buying or selling a house can be fantastic or shattered by having the right realtor on your side. A well-known and experienced local realtor is the best person to ask about the neighborhood and the local market. Throughout the process of purchasing or selling a home, they will act as your experienced guide, helping you to avoid a great deal of time and stress.

Where do I find the perfect realtor?

The best way to get started in finding the perfect realtor is asking your friends and family! The National Association of Realtors shares that 71% of first-time home buyers found their real realtor through means of a personal referral.

Okay, let's say you're moving to somewhere new with no friends or family! What do you do?! Social media is your best way to find great local realtors! A lot of realtors utilize social media to help grow their business. Even looking at agent Facebook or Instagram pages can help narrow your search for the perfect agent!

Don't be hesitant to interview potential agents once you have chosen a few. Ask questions to them. Ask to see a presentation outlining their plan for marketing and selling your house or their case for serving as your buyer's agent. A good realtor will be able to sell their services and give you confidence in their abilities.

Since you and your realtor will work together as a team, you should consider them a partner. Tell them what you are looking for in a home, including your ideal square footage, desired price range, neighborhood, and school district. Is a two-stall garage at the top of your list of "must-haves"? Would a pool be nice? Make sure your realtor and you are on the same page when they are looking for the ideal properties for you, regardless of the features you have listed on your wish list.

Top 3 Advantages of Working with a Local Realtor

There are so many reasons as to why you should work with a local realtor. Imagine moving to the Monterey Peninsula, one of the best places to live in California. Would you feel confident in a realtor isn't living there already to tell you about the ins & outs of the area? Local realtors that specialize in their local areas will know more about the area other than just streets and walk scores.

1. Availability

A local realtor can arrange showings and personally meet with you to show you the houses. Your realtor can stage your house for sale in accordance with the most recent market and business trends and hold open houses as well! it's very more convenient to work with a realtor face-to-face than to try and explain all the requirements over the phone or email.

Local realtors will also keep you informed at every stage of the buying or selling process until the deal is finalized. To ensure that there are no problems or misunderstandings, they will be there for the home inspection, the walk-through, and the closing. Your local realtor will make sure that your entire buying or selling process goes more smoothly. The legality of purchasing or selling a home is a hassle in and of itself. Your broker will not only walk you through each stage, but they will also go over the specifics of the contract, the negotiations, the home inspections, the closing expenses, and other required documentation.

2. Local Knowledge

A knowledgeable, local realtor will be familiar with the best neighborhoods, school districts, and neighborhood amenities. Additionally, they will be educated about the neighborhood's current trends as well as the average market price for both buying and selling. Inquire with your realtor about creating a listing cart that takes your preferences and "must-have" features into account.

Having an insider's tip can be helpful once you've established your list of non-negotiables because local realtors are familiar with the market and most often have knowledge of homes that aren't yet listed on the market. A local expert will be able to access, share, and interpret local market data in addition to having an understanding of how the market has changed over time. An excellent realtor will spend the time to educate a client about the neighborhood they are interested in.

3. Local Network

Local real estate agents are surrounded by a circle of local experts and influencers! I have made it a mission to be a part of the community! Not only do I do real estate, but I help local businesses with their digital marketing as well as connect people to other people!

As a member of the Monterey Peninsula Home Team, I am able to tap into an arsenal of local experts! From local home inspectors, interior designers, property managers, lending professionals, title and escrow companies to painters, gardeners, plumbers, electricians home warranty companies and more!

If you have any questions about real estate or just want to connect, LET'S CONNECT! I'd love to share with you what I know but also would love to learn a little something from you!