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Important facts you need to know about Selling your Own Home

Many homeowners believe that to maximize their home sale they should sell it themselves. Initially it seems selling a home is simple and why should they pay broker fees for something they could do themselves? Although this sounds right a study has shown that homeowners gross approximately 9.5% MORE when selling through professional Realtors, than when selling privately.

When you decide to buy or sell a home, the services of a qualified real estate professional are of utmost importance.

The ideal sales agent will have a good working knowledge of local real estate market conditions, be prepared to deliver a high standard of service to customers, and have the support of a large real estate company.

Most importantly, a good agent will save you time and money.

First time home buyers

As a first time buyer, you're likely to have many questions about selecting, financing and buying your first home. How do we start looking for a home? How much money will we require to purchase the home? How much will the mortgage payments be each month, and can we afford them? How does the home buying process work, and what can we expect along the way? These are just a few of the questions you're bound to have at the beginning of your exciting journey to buying your very first home!

Tom VanHaften can provide the answers to your questions and walk you through the entire process, from viewing potential homes to making an offer to setting up mortgage financing. Although buying your first home can be overwhelming, you can be confident that Grand Rapids Mich Homes.com will be available to help you every step of the way. We can make buying your first home simple and straightforward, eliminating any confusion and doubt and allowing you the opportunity to enjoy your first home, worry-free.

Advantages of working with a sales agent:

When buying a house:

* Agents are experienced negotiators who will manage your offers and counteroffers.

* An agent is familiar with the neighborhood and can give you information on local real estate values, taxes, utility costs, services and amenities.

* An agent is familiar with the entire home purchasing process and can advise you of your legal and financial options as well as recommend appraisal, home inspection and contracting services.

* An agent can pinpoint homes that fit your needs and dismiss those that do not, saving you time.

* An agent knows the potential problem areas in a home and can guide you away from "lemons."

Advantages of Tom VanHaften, Pearson Century 21 Real Estate, Grand Rapids Mich Homes.com selling my home:

* Tom knows real estate values in your neighborhood and will help set an agreeable and competitive price on your home.

* Tom will establish a marketing strategy for your home, ensuring that your property is exposed to scores of potential buyers.

* Tom, working with Pearson Century 21 of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Mich. Homes.com takes care of the many tasks involved in selling a house--from placing your listing to putting up the for sale sign. This ensures that the transaction is simple and low-stress for you.

* Tom Van Haften is an expert in the home selling process and as such will advise you of your rights, options and obligations.

* Tom VanHaften, Pearson Century 21 Real Estate is an experienced negotiator and will work to get you the best price possible price.