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Whether
you are making the decision to sell your current home, upgrade
to a new one, or buy your first home, you want everything to
run smoothly, and you want to achieve your real estate goals
in the fastest amount of time, at the best price, and with no
problems. The last thing you want to do is gamble! That is why
you select a Vail realestate broker who represents YOU. You
deserve the best. But how do you make the decision as to which
Vail realestate broker is best for you? How do you know when
you are hearing empty promises and when what you are hearing
is the truth?
The
Kleimer Company encourages you to actually interview your
prospective Vail realestate broker. By asking them the
same questions, you should have a better idea as to the individual(s)
that are right for you. To help you, The Kleimer Company hasThe
Kleimer Company generated several questions you may want to
ask when you arrange an interview. They hope these 21 questions
help you as you make this all important decision.
- How
long have you been helping people with real estate in vail?
This will help you to know whether or not the real estate
professional you are interviewing is experienced or new
to the field of real estate.
- What
real estate certifications do you have? Just as you
want a physician who operates on you to have the appropriate
certification and training, you should demand the same from
your Vail realestate broker. You want someone who has
more than a license‹you want someone who is continually
learning and growing so that they can help you realize your
dreams and goals.
- How
do you stay aware of current real estate issues? With
all the changes in real estate practices, you want to make
sure that your professional is constantly finding ways to
inform you as to the best and most recent information that
may impact you as a seller OR buyer.
- How
do you track economic & housing shifts/trends AND how do
you inform your buyers/sellers? You want a real estate
professional who watches what is happening in the market
place AND lets you know so that you can make decisions as
those shifts and trends occur.
- Are
you personally affiliated with any referral networks of
agents? Although your real estate professional may find
the buyer for your home, you want to increase your chances
of selling the home by making sure other agents know about
it. You want an agent who has a large referral base that
can increase the number of potential buyers who see your
home.
- How
have other Realtors recognized you for your accomplishments?
One of the best indicators of success is recognition by
peers. How have other professionals recognized the accomplishments
of the individual you're considering?
- What
systems do you have in place to ensure that everything is
organized, efficient & legal? When you select a professional,
you also select the systems they have in place to ensure
a smooth , accurate flow. You don't want an agent who is
having to track down a piece of paper that is crucial to
the closing on your home AND you don't want to have a contract
fail because your real estate professional didn't get something
done. So have the agent SHOW you the systems they have to
ensure that everything happens in an organized, efficient,
and legal manner.
- What
support do you receive from staff to facilitate the sale
or purchase of property? You want a real estate professional
who is focused on YOUR needs! So what office support do
they have that ensures they can spend the time necessary
to sell your home or help you find your dream home?
- How
many buyers & sellers did you help in the last 12 months?
The average real estate professional in this valley finalizes
only 3 or 4 transactions per year! The Kleimer Company is
on track for over 100 transactions this year! You want a
professional who is successful and has a large database
of sellers and buyers to contact to help you realize your
real estate dream.
- Do
you have a Buyer's Coordinator? Whether you are buying
OR selling, this is a very important question. If you are
selling your home, you want to know that your real estate
professional has access to a Buyer's Coordinator that is
actively working to find a buyer for you home. If you are
purchasing a home, you want someone who is totally dedicated
to helping you and who KNOWS the properties in the valley‹properties
perfect for YOU.
- What
is your list to sales price ratio vs. the market? Some
professionals promise to list your home at a high price;
however, what you want to know is how close to the listing
price will your home sell? The average list to sales price
ratio in this valley right now is approximately 94%. However,
The Kleimer Company's ratio is over 97%. That could mean
an additional 3% in your pocket‹and on a $300,000 home,
that's a substantial difference. Remember‹the price for
which your home is listed isn't nearly as important as the
price for which it sells! If you are a buyer, The Kleimer
Company knows the market so well that they are able to help
buyers negotiate contracts that are LESS than the average
sales to list price ratio. That means more dollars to you!!
- How
do you determine MY requirements for selling or buying property?
Whether you are selling or buying, it is important that
your real estate professional understands YOUR goals. That
is why The Kleimer Company spends time asking you lots of
questions and providing you with information regarding the
current status of the market‹time that is spent to help
you make the decisions that are best for you. Their mission
and focus is always on YOU‹what do you want and how can
The Kleimer Company help you get there.
- What
help do you provide regarding financing, inspections, appraisals,
etc.? Whether you are buying or selling, The Kleimer
Company will help you understand the activities that need
to occur to make sure you and your contract or investment
are protected. They understand the importance of these items
as well as the importance of having qualified providers.
- How
do you obtain information regarding potential properties
that impact ME? If you are buying a home, The Kleimer
Company keeps a "wish list" for every buyer and compares
it to each new listing. They also attend open houses to
preview homes, again with your needs in mind. If you are
selling, The Kleimer Company constantly monitors real estate
activity in your neighborhood. You will know of any activity
that might have an impact on the potential sale of your
property.
- How
many staff members do you have to help you with the details?
Just as The Kleimer Company is composed of real estate professionals,
they also have a full staff of professionals who are just
as dedicated to helping your home sell or helping you find
the home of your dreams. These staff members are specialists‹whether
they are answering the phone, distributing flyers, talking
with prospective buyers and sellers, or marketing your property,
they also focus on one thing and one thing only‹YOU.
- What
technology/communication do you use to stay in touch with
your clients? Communication is key in The Kleimer Company's
office. Although they use telephones, facsimile machines,
email, voice mail, the Internet, a 24-hour real estate hotline,
computers, and cell phones, the most important communication
is when they can talk with you one on one. That is why they
schedule regular calls to you to see how you are doing and
to update you regarding what is happening in the marketplace.
- How
frequently do you communicate with your clients? As
stated before, communication is very important to The Kleimer
Company. The Kleimer Company has a database of over 6,000
potential buyers and sellers who receive a monthly mailing.
In addition, The Kleimer Company mails cards to your neighborhood
to let them know that your home or property is available!
Whether they are interested in buying as a second or third
property OR moving up, this makes sure they know personally
that your home is on the market.
- What
materials do you have to help me understand what you will
do for ME? The Kleimer Company will provide you a client
profile form, a list of buyers and sellers The Kleimer Company
has helped, sample brochures highlighting your property
(if you are a seller), samples of all of marketing materials,
letters of recommendation from prior clients, and even names
of clients that you can contact regarding the services that
The Kleimer Company provides.
- Do
you provide a "satisfaction guaranteed" offer? The Kleimer
Company wants to be YOUR real estate team for life! That
is why they guarantee your satisfaction. Whether you are
selling or purchasing a home, The Kleimer Company and the
Kleimer Team are dedicated to making sure it is an enjoyable
experience for you.
- What
"extras" do you provide? Systems and staff to ensure
your experience will be problem free. They also provide
you with years of expertise and knowledge. The Kleimer Company
knows the real estate in vail market and are more than happy to
share it. Whether it is letting you know of a sale or new
listing that might be competing with your property, having
access to a proven marketing program that is customized
for your needs, the availability of a property you might
want to preview or purchase, a review of your floor plans
for your new home to make sure it is appealing to buyers
years from now when you want to sell it, there are so many
"extra" benefits you get when you select The Kleimer Company
to help you.
- How
do you provide "one-stop shopping" as an option for clients?
You have a busy schedule. Although you want to buy or sell
your property, you don't want to have to run all over taking
care of the details. That is why The Kleimer Company offers
one-stop shopping. When you select The Kleimer Company,
you have access to mortgage companies, appraisers, inspectors,
title companies, and other experts that want to make this
a hassle free experience for you. One stop shopping‹designed
with you and your schedule in mind.
If
you have been considering using the services of a real estate
professional, The Kleimer Company hopes these questions
will help you identify the professional that can best help
you.
If
you have questions regarding selecting a professional, call
The Kleimer Company today to get the answers. Call them today
at (970) 845-7776 or (800) 303-7355 for this free, no obligation
consultation. Or, if you prefer, you can send an email to
ben@kleimer.com.
You can also visit their Internet site at www.kleimer.com.
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