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Why Use a REALTOR®? Consider this...

Not all real estate brokers and agents are REALTORS®. Only those licensed real estate agents who have joined the National association of REALTORS® and are members of their respective state and local REALTOR® associations may use the registered trademark term, REALTOR®. Massachusetts REALTORS® must adhere to a strict, national Code of Ethics, and currently account for the most active 30% of the more than 70,000 brokers and agents licensed to practice real estate in the Commonwealth.

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How a REALTOR® Can Assist You in the Home Search and Home Buying Process
Selection
REALTORS® have the resources to investigate all available properties and provide objective information about each property regarding the community and other important issues.
Financing
REALTORS® can help determine how much home you can afford, explain different financing options, and refer you to the best-qualified lender.
Negotiation
REALTORS® can advise you on the following factors: price, financing, terms, date of possession, repairs and furnishings.
Inspection
REALTORS® can help provide enough time in the purchase agreement for inspections and investigations plus, advise you on which ones are required or recommended.
Closing
Every area has its own unique closing or settlement customs. A local REALTOR® can help guide you through the process.
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How a REALTOR® Can Save You Time and Money When Selling Your Property

Pricing
REALTORS® can perform a comparative market analysis and provide you current market information to sell your property quickly at the best price and with minimum hassle.

Marketing
A REALTOR® can recommend repairs to enhance the salability of your property and expose it to the widest possible audience via cooperative marketing networks, such as the Multiple Listing Service.

Risk Management
With their knowledge of fair housing laws and mandatory disclosure requirements, as well as an ethical duty to provide accurate statements in all advertising and representations to the public, REALTORS® can reduce your risk to liability during the transaction.

Inspection
REALTORS® can help you determine what inspections and investigations you might want to conduct, prior to listing your home for sale.

Financing
REALTORS® can help determine if you need a bridge loan, different financing options and refer you to a lender. In addition, they have the ability to pre-qualify prospective buyers there ensuring your privacy and property aren’t unnecessarily compromised.

Negotiation
REALTORS® can advise you on the following factors: market conditions, home repairs, furnishings included in the sale or conditional sale issues that may arise.

Closing
Every area has its own unique closing or settlement customs. A local REALTOR® can help guide you through the process.