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Whether you are buying or selling a property, many people employ the services of a real estate professional. This person’s duty is to offer help, professional expertise and generally make the real estate experience easier for you by guiding you through the process.
What Is The Difference Between An “Agent” and a “Realtor?”
The words ‘real estate agent’ and ‘realtor’ are used interchangeably but there is actually a difference between the two. A real estate agent is salesperson licensed by the state, and given legal permission to represent consumers in the sale of, or purchase of homes on the open real estate market.
A Realtor is a real estate professional who is an active member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) - a key supporting real estate organization. The NAR offers ongoing education, legal information, contractual updates, information on governmental regulations affecting the real estate industry, etc. Realtors might consist of appraisers, property managers, loan officers, and brokers. Therefore, not all Realtors are real estate agents.
Is One Better Than The Other?
Some Realtors have lots of success in helping consumers, while some Agents struggle to satisfy their clients. At the same time, many Agents can be extremely efficient, while some Realtors can find themselves unsuccessful. Association with any national organization can’t guarantee anything. Some people prefer Realtors because they have a preference due to the national accreditation of NAR. Also, all Realtors must comply with the standard set by NAR, which in part gives the client some additional assurance of ethical conduct.
What Are The Qualities Of A Great Real Estate Professional?
It’s important that you select a qualified agent that you feel comfortable working with. Choose a person who has worked with someone you know, or a person who has a positive reputation within the community. A high quality real estate professional will make your transaction as smooth as possible and be forthcoming and honest about the details. That person will ask you questions, listen to your answers and recognize what you’d like to accomplish. Then will guide you towards obtaining your goal in a strategic, organized and successful way.
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