You have your choice of literally hundreds of real estate agents. But, in one of the largest, most complicated financial transactions of your life, what exactly does a good real estate agent do?

A good agent:

1. •Cares more about your priorities and your money than their commission. As your fiduciary representative, that is actually my legal obligation.
   

2. •Negotiates effectively and, at your instruction, aggressively to achieve the best possible price and terms.
   

3. •Never makes decisions for you nor pushes you to make decisions a certain way, but lays out all the information, options and strategies for your consideration. I will always keep you fully informed.
   

4. •Ensures you understand what's happening, what's necessary and what's at stake at every step.
   

5. •Tells you the truth as best as can be discerned. I will keep you informed of positives, negatives, upsides, downsides, changes in the situation, even if it's what you might not want to hear.
   

6. •Offers an array of qualified professional resources -- inspectors, lawyers, escrow and loan agents, etc. -- and advises you when their counsel is required.
   

7. •Coordinates, manages and controls every aspect of the process based upon your decisions. I always perform my duties with an eye to protect your interests.
   

8. •Knows the market in your geographic area and property type inside out: its values, market trends, neighborhoods, pros and cons, legal issues, its agents.
   

9. •Gives you the time and attention you need.
   

10. •Keeps promises. I always work hard and within your timeline.
    

11. •Has excellent client references.
    

12. •Loves the business of real estate. It's simply more enjoyable to work with someone who enjoys what they do.
    

The quality of the agent working on your behalf can make an enormous difference in the outcome of your home purchase or sale in money, stress and happiness.  I provide my clients with all the above and more.

Oggi