Being
a first class subdivision, the Village residents deserves only the best and
that is getting the right people to work with. Dealing with colorum brokers or agents is
something I wouldn’t consider appropriate. Why? They are not regulated nor
equipped to handle different real estate situations. They cannot be controlled
as they go in and out of the village without notice bringing unscreened clients
all for the simple reason of earning money. The time has come that we set a
standard for hiring real estate broker. That is to deal only with Licensed Real
Estate Broker or Agent.
Here
are the reasons why:
· Protection.
The Real Estate Service Act (or RESA law) was signed to protect the public from
fraudulent transactions done by colorum real estate agents. If you deal with a
licensed broker, the government knows where to find them as they have their
personal information like home address, board affiliations, photos and other
info while the colorum can just disappear after getting paid. For the licensed one, you can file a complaint
with PRC or the broker’s real estate board should there be a problem.
· Experience & Expertise. Before
they can renew their license, a licensed real estate broker are required to
attend Continuing Program Education (CPE) These keeps them updated with the
latest real estate laws and trends in the country.
They can give the best advice on a real estate situation. The colorums don’t
attend these seminars. Their goal is just to make money.
·
Market Conditions Information. They can disclose market conditions. Their first-hand information will help you in
your selling, buying or leasing process.
· Professional Networking – Brings a network of known, trusted real
estate professionals. They
have a Multiple Listing (MLS) Group where they share their listings or
requirements thus increases their chances of closing deals faster.
·
Give unbiased realistic view of your home and
other options. Unlike the seller
and buyer, they have no emotional attachment to the property.
·
Buffer. They filter out all the emotions that happens
during the negotiation stage so that the parties involved can focus on closing
the transaction.
Contact
a LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER
the next time! You’ll be glad you did.