311 Minton Valley Lane

Cary NC 27519

919-388-9588 - Home

919-656-0146 - Mobile

713-376-7483 - Mobile

E-mail: RBRealty@Gmail.com

http://www.RBRealEstateAgency.com

Real Estate Overview

Buying A Home  

When buying a home—whether it's your first, second, or a getaway vacation home—you're bound to have many questions.Selecting a real estate sales professional is one of the most important decisions you will make during the process.There are some very important things you should consider when choosing a real estate professional. One of the first considerations is who the agent represents during the process.

Three Types of Real Estate Agencies 

It is important that you know the differences between a professional who represents a seller, a professional who represents a buyer, and one who represents both. Real estate professionals are obliged to disclose, in writing, information on the various types of real estate agency relationships that exist. You should assume the real estate professional is working for the seller unless otherwise stated.

Seller's Agent - A real estate professional becomes a Seller's Agent by entering into a listing agreement to represent the seller's interests. Seller representation may also be created when a real estate professional shows a property on the Multiple Listing Service and "buyer agency" has not been created. The Seller's Agent can provide information to assist the buyer, but they must place the interests of the seller first. A buyer should not disclose anything to the Seller's Agent they do not want the seller to know.

Buyer's Agent - A real estate professional becomes the Buyer's Agent by entering into an agreement to represent the buyer. A Buyer's Agent can assist the seller, but does not represent the seller. The Buyer's Agent must place the interests of the buyer first. A seller should not tell the Buyer's Agent anything they would not want the buyer to know, because the Buyer's Agent must disclose any pertinent information to the buyer.

Dual Agent - Dual agency occurs when a real estate professional represents both the seller and the buyer. It can also occur when the Listing or Seller's Agent works for the same real estate firm as the Buyer's Agent. In most states, the buyer, the seller, and the Agent must agree in writing for the creation of dual agency. The Dual Agent is required to treat the buyer and seller honestly and impartially. In dual agency, the professional's duties are more limited and there is potential for conflict of interest.

Remember, first impression is the best impression. There are no guarantees that a buyer will simply walk through the front door. In many cases you may have to bring your home to the buyer. Think like a buyer when preparing your home for our active real estate market. A small investment of time and money will give your home an edge over other listings in the area when the time comes to show it to a prospective buyer. Here are some suggestions that will help you get top market value.

Trim shrubs and grass.
Weed and edge gardens.
Pick up any litter.
Clear walk and driveway of leaves.
Repair gutters and eaves.
Touch up exterior paint Shampoo carpets.

Spic and Span

Shampoo carpets.
Clean washer, dryer, and tubs.
Change air filters.
Clean fridge and stove.
Clean and freshen bathrooms.

The Buying Atmosphere 

Be absent during showings.
Turn on all lights.
Light fireplace, if applicable.
Open drapes in the daytime.
Play quiet background music.
Keep pets outdoors.

The Spacious Look

Clear stairs and halls.
Store excess furniture.
Clear counters and stove.
Clean and tidy closets.

Clean and tidy entrance.
Have doorbell in good repair.
Polish door hardware.

Oil squeaky doors.
Tighten doorknobs.
Replace burned out lights.
Clean and repair windows.
Touch up chipped paint.
Repair cracked plaster.
Repair leaking taps and toilets.

Benefits of Owning Your Own Home    
        
      Buying a home can be one of your most significant investments in life. Not only are you choosing your dwelling place, and the place in which you will bring up your family, you are most likely investing a large portion of your assets into this venture. The more prepared you are at the outset, the less overwhelming and chaotic the buying process will be.