The sale of your home will entail handling so many details: moving family and pets, furniture and services, and, getting established in a new place, to name a few. A great way to start is to enlist the services of a professional Realtor - your local real estate agent or broker. First American Title would like to list just a few of the reasons why starting with a pro is a smart choice.

• A Realtor can combine personal service, aggressive marketing and accurate pricing to sell your home.
• Your listing agent may wish to showcase your home at a Broker’s Open House scheduled shortly after you list. This is a block time set aside each week for real estate professionals to view new inventory.
• Statistically the majority of homes are sold by other Realtors through exposure in the TEMPO Multiple Listing Service (MLS), Broker’s Opens (Caravan), the Internet, and marketing directed at Realtors.
• Realtors have access to national relocation services and the infl ux of buyers migrating to California.
• Realtors subscribe to a Code of Ethics and have access to legal counsel, guidance, and news worthy developments relating to real estate through the California and National Associations of Realtors.
• With input from you, your listing agent will prepare ads and fl yers that focus on the best features of your home. During the listing interview, remember to mention why you bought this particular house. Your reasons then, may well be shared by your buyers today.
• With your permission, the Realtor will place a For Sale sign on your property to attract buyers who are already familiar with the neighborhood and drive by the property.
• All told, your Realtor may help you determine a price for your property; estimate the proceeds from the sale; explain the new disclosure requirements; agent relationships; make suggestions on improving the marketability of your home; and, review the sale documents with you.
• There’s a bonus - most Realtors will pre-qualify the buyers they bring to see your home so that no one’s time is wasted.

If you have not already purchased your home, ask your listing agent for assistance or a referral, if you are moving out of the area.