Today, it's not uncommon for prospective buyers to surf the web for listings and become extremely well-versed in real estate jargon even before they see any houses or visit any communities.
In fact, nearly 80 percent of buyers surf the web to start their search for a home. Today's real estate agents really have to be on their toes because clients come to them with all that research at hand.
But buying or selling a house is often more complicated than it seems when you are doing pure research at home. First of all, the descriptions and photos of many properties simply don't correspond with reality. Some homes look far better and others look far worse as they are presented on the MLS. But the best agents have actually seen many of the properties and can steer your to the best ones, while eliminating overpriced and underwhelming options.
Second, good agents can illuminate the communities she covers. Many buyers arrive with pre-conceived notions of a community's value and appropriateness, from friends' comments, internet commentary, and other sources. But, with the long escalation of prices, towns and their school systems have changed over the years. It's important to hear what each town has to offer and whether it's right for you and yours. A good agent will provide the important links and you may be surprised by what you find.
As a top Montclair, Upper Montclair, Glen Ridge, West Orange, South Orange/Maplewood, Millburn, Livingston, Bloomfield, North Caldwell-area Realtor, I pride myself in knowing a lot about the area. I'm happy to pass all this to you. I'll take you on an area tour and keep you up-to-date with listings while we're searching for the right house or condo. This is a team effort and I'll be captain of your team.
Please fill out the form below to let me know you're interested in working with me. Thank you in advance. Best, Roberta
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