We work solely on commission. Therefore we are motivated to sell your home for top dollar. | Some ask for money is taken upfront. There is no incentive to sell your home. |
We hold Open Houses. This maximizes you properties exposure to buyers looking in your particular area. | Some do not hold open houses for their clients. You lose valuable exposure. |
Experienced Realtor negotiates on your behalf. You benefit from our access to market information and real estate knowledge. | You may have to negotiate on your own as some discount brokers charge extra for negotiation services. |
Our fees are set up front. No surprises with additional fees by us at closing | Some charge additional fees due on closing |
We show your home to other Realtors and buyers, follow-up on all showings and pre-qualify buyers so your time is not wasted. | You may have to do all the work showing your home and doing follow-up. You spend time showing to people who may or may not qualify for your home. |
Your home is marketed through MLS, neighbourhood flyer distribution, RE/MAX Website, Realtor.com, our own list of potential buyers and our own website which has been specially designed for search engine ranking. Most buyers turn to the Internet first to look for homes. Newspaper adds just don't cut it in today’s world. | Some companies give an MLS listings and the company website only. NOT ALL SITES ARE THE SAME! Search engines cannot index some sites. If your listing cannot be found it might as well not exist. . |
We handle payment of commission to the co-operating broker so as to entice the maximum exposure. | You may be asked to decide how much to offer. Offer too little and you could lose buyers. |
No marketing fees charged to co-operating brokers. We want to sell your home not play around with extra hidden or added fees. | Marketing fees charged to co-operating brokers. This can drive away buyers, as co-operating brokers may show homes that are not charging fees first. |
We give you a detailed market evaluation and determine the best asking price. And it’s not just the price but selecting the best pricing strategy that can make all the difference. | You may have to come up with your own price with little or no support. The wrong price and pricing strategy could cost you thousands and help to sell competing homes. |
You are kept up-to-date on your property and receive special access to our website where you can review all the activity. | |
You have the peace-of-mind knowing that you have the Real Estate Industry leader on your side. We sell more homes than anyone. | |